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Cammy

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Cammy

Bachelor of Science, History
Cammy's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Strong writing starts with knowing what you actually want to argue — Cammy spends time on thesis construction and paragraph-level logic before touching grammar or style. Her history training at Northwestern means she's written extensively across analytical, persuasive, and research-based formats, gi...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, History

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Samantha

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Samantha

Current Grad Student, MD
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Geometry

I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...

Education

Duke University

Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions

Harvard Medical School

Current Grad Student, MD

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
36
MaryAnn

Certified Tutor

13+ years

MaryAnn

Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology
MaryAnn's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
SAT Writing and Language

I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to t...

Education

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Samuel

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Samuel

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade Algebra
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...

Education

California Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is a chance for a tutor to understand your writing goals, current skill level, and specific challenges—whether that's essay organization, thesis development, or grammar. The tutor will likely review some of your recent writing, discuss what you're working on in class, and create a personalized plan to help you improve. This foundation ensures that all future sessions are tailored to your needs.

Many students struggle with turning ideas into a logical structure. A tutor can help you develop a strong thesis statement, create effective outlines, and organize your body paragraphs so each one supports your main argument. With personalized feedback on your drafts, you'll learn how to guide readers through your ideas clearly and confidently.

Absolutely. Revision is where good writing becomes great writing, and personalized tutoring makes this process much more effective. A tutor can show you how to read your own work critically, identify areas that need strengthening, and distinguish between big-picture issues (like argument clarity) and sentence-level improvements (like word choice and grammar). You'll develop revision strategies you can use on every piece of writing.

Both matter, but they serve different purposes. Grammar is the foundation—it ensures your ideas are clear and professional. Your writing voice is what makes your work distinctive and engaging. A tutor helps you strengthen both by teaching you grammar rules in context and showing you how to develop a style that fits your purpose, whether you're writing an academic essay, creative piece, or college application.

Literary analysis requires you to move beyond summarizing a text to explaining how and why an author's choices create meaning. A tutor can teach you how to develop a clear thesis about a work, select specific evidence from the text, and explain the significance of that evidence. You'll learn to analyze literary devices, character development, and themes in ways that support your argument.

Yes. Citation formatting can feel tedious, but it's an important part of academic writing. Tutors can help you understand why citations matter, teach you the specific format your assignment requires (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.), and show you how to integrate quotes and paraphrases smoothly into your writing. Once you understand the system, you'll be able to apply it to any assignment.

Writer's block is common, and there are proven strategies to work through it. A tutor can help you brainstorm ideas, break your assignment into smaller, less overwhelming steps, and use prewriting techniques like freewriting or mind mapping. With personalized support and encouragement, you'll develop confidence in your ability to start and complete writing projects.

With 72 schools across Sarasota serving over 25,000 students, writing expectations vary by grade level and curriculum. Whether you're in middle school working on persuasive essays, high school tackling AP Literature, or preparing for college applications, Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand your specific writing standards and can provide the personalized feedback you need to succeed in your school's program.

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