Certified Tutors From University of Chicago

...University of Chicago and currently planning on attending medical school! I majored in bioanthropology and GIS, which in essence means I love bones, archaeology, and maps. It also means that I have a strong writing aptitude and a diverse set of skills across subjects. I am excited to meet you and help you achieve your...

...helping my students build confidence, develop skills, and achieve their academic goals. I hold a master's degree in Social Work Administration from the University of Chicago, which has deepened my passion for empowering individuals to reach their full potential. My teaching approach is student-centered, focusing on creating an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters growth...

...been tutoring diverse groups of students for much of my life, and I teach with the aim of reducing educational disparity and helping every student to find their passion in the classroom. My favorite subject to teach is math, as my teaching philosophy revolves around encouraging critical thinking and problem solving techniques, rather than rote...

...currently a student at the University of Chicago pursuing a double major in Economics and Cognitive Science. I have been helping students with, SAT, college applications, piano performance, and other subjects like math for several years. Now, I hope to take advantage of Varsity Tutors's online model to help students across the country reach academic...

As a dedicated language tutor with several years of experience, I bring both expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. I specialize in Chinese, Japanese, and basic Arabic, and I have had the privilege of guiding students of diverse ages and backgrounds through their language-learning journeys.

...the moral and political problems raised by these texts. I have remote and in-person teaching experience in academic and non-academic settings. As a writing tutor at the University of Chicago, I led remote seminars teaching academic writing skills to college freshmen, and discussion groups covering assigned course material. As a PhD student in political science...

...helped one of my UChicago professors with a class that is put on each year and interacting with the students and being able to help teach them about the Italian Renaissance is an experience I love and reminds me why I love teaching. The many French 1 and French 2 papers I helped grade for...

...standardized testing, sharp thinking will always triumph; I can help you cut through the fog of the test to reveal just how sharp you are. I have volunteer experience teaching high school students in test prep and both essay and creative writing, and paid experience teaching reading skills to elementary and middle school students, all...

...fostering open communication, and adapting my methods to meet each student's unique needs. I am especially passionate about helping high school students prepare for standardized tests. Having self-studied for and earned top scores on the ACT, PSAT, and eight AP exams, including Biology, Environmental Science, U.S. History, and English Language, I understand how stressful and...

...through developing technical skills such as writing a strong thesis statement, selecting strong evidence and analyzing it effectively. Our goal in the writing center, that I plan to bring into my tutoring at Varsity, is to produce better writers, not better writing. Developing an essay you're proud of is important, but the most important part...

...chat-based formats and am committed to meeting students where they are. I enjoy creative writing, particularly science fiction and mystery stories, as it allows me to explore imaginative ideas and complex narratives. In my free time, I also enjoy running, reading a variety of genres, and playing board games and card games, which offer both...

...borrows from my father's on many points - identifying each student's unique learning style, which might not be the most conventional approach, and adapting my plan accordingly - just as my father did for me. I do my best to understand how my students natively approach problems and where they get confused, and start from...

...each session to the student's learning style and focus on building confidence through real understanding. Outside of academics, I train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and weightlifting and served as captain of my school's congressional debate team. These interests have taught me discipline, focus, and adaptability, qualities I bring into every session to help students reach their...

...is centered on active engagement, where I tailor my lessons to meet each student's unique needs and learning styles. I believe in fostering a supportive environment that encourages questions and curiosity, which not only helps students grasp complex concepts but also builds their confidence. I find immense satisfaction in watching students succeed and apply their...

...as a researcher - writing for professional journals, the federal government, state government, and non-profits. I'm also a mom who has tutored (and at time homeschooled) my own child. Like many, he does not instinctively love learning, but he does find it a whole lot easier with someone to walk him through it and answer...

...in classes such as AP Calculus AB, AP US History, and AP Biology. Over the past year, I have worked with middle and high school students on ISEE and SAT test prep in both group and individual settings. I thoroughly enjoy working to fulfill their educational goals, and I look forward to seeing their scores...