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Adrian

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Adrian

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Adrian's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Art
Cello
Elementary School

I graduated from Beloit College with a double major in philosophy and creative writing. My experiences include teaching music and philosophy in classroom settings as well as working as an editor for the Beloit Fiction Journal. What I love about tutoring is taking the material step-by-step and creati...

Education

Beloit College

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Test Scores
SAT
1410
Justin

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Justin

Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Adult ESL/ELL
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
CompTIA

I am a graduate of the University of North Texas, where I received my Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus in Finance and Financial Services. Upon graduation, I began working in the mortgage industry as a Loan Officer and later as a Mortgage Broker. After a successful career in the Finan...

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University of North Texas

Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance

Jeremy

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jeremy

Bachelor in Arts, History
Jeremy's other Tutor Subjects
Drum
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

I am a Chico State graduate who has a BA in History and a Single Subject Social Science Credential. I taught for two years in a private school, and have about 6 years experience working at both the high school and middle school levels.My focus as a teacher is to create a well-rounded student who can...

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CSU Chico

Bachelor in Arts, History

Daven-Roy

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Daven-Roy

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Daven-Roy's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I received my teaching education from the University of Central Florida, and have been teaching and tutoring elementary students all of my professional life.I believe the potential for learning and growth lies in everyone - growth is fluid, and will look different for each student - so long as there...

Education

University of Central Florida

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Anna Rosa

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Anna Rosa

Bachelor of Science, Spanish Teacher Education
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
1st-5th Grade ELA (in Spanish)
1st-4th Grade Math (in Spanish)
Adult ESL/ELL
Beginner Spanish for Adults

I have always been deeply passionate about education, and this passion has guided my career from the moment I earned my Bachelor's degree in Spanish Education from Lipscomb University. Since then, I have had the privilege of teaching across Europe, where I have gained valuable international experien...

Education

Lipscomb University

Bachelor of Science, Spanish Teacher Education

Maximilian

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Maximilian

Master of Science, Financial Mathematics
Maximilian's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Basic Computer Literacy
Business

I have two MSc degrees: one in Financial Engineering from Baruch College of CUNY (New York, NY), and another one in Mathematics from Lomonosov University (Moscow, former USSR). During my career I have worked as a Quantitative Developer for the leading financial companies including J.P.Morgan Chase, ...

Education

Baruch MFE

Master of Science, Financial Mathematics

Moscow State Lomonosov University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Marcela

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Marcela

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Marcela's other Tutor Subjects
Anthropology
Elementary School English
English
Essay Editing

As a proficient writer, I preferred writing essays over taking multiple choice exams back in college. I did it so often that I started assisting others with their work and got amazing results.I'm here to help students reach their educational goals. My focus rests on reading comprehension and writing...

Education

University of Houston

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Christopher

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christopher

Master of Arts, Classics
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Graduate Test Prep
Greek
Languages

I love teaching because of the give and take with students and the way their different styles of learning make me see new perspectives. I mainly teach foreign languages, English, and verbal sections of standardized tests because I am most interested in language and its logic. I have a long backgroun...

Education

University of Kansas

Master of Arts, Classics

University of Iowa

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art

Test Scores
LSAT
168
Steve

Certified Tutor

Steve

Bachelors, Spanish
Steve's other Tutor Subjects
AP Spanish Literature and Culture
College English
Conversational Spanish
English

I am foremost a lifelong learner. I have a degree in Spanish from Temple University, where I studied a broad survey of Spanish and Latin American literature, Spanish orthography and grammar as well as formal Academic writing. I recently returned from Chile in South America where I was teaching Engli...

Education

Temple University

Bachelors, Spanish

Charles

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Charles

Bachelor in Arts, German
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
AP German Language and Culture
College English

A battle-tested veteran of the New York private school circuit, I graduated college in 2013 and now teach German in DC. I lived in German-speaking Europe for many years, and I majored its language, culture and history.I fully understand the many competing demands on a modern student's schedule. My t...

Education

Grinnell College

Bachelor in Arts, German

Test Scores
SAT
1590

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Angela

ACT Aspire Tutor • +21 Subjects

I am a graduate of Buffalo State College. I received my Master's in Adult Education with a focus on human development and foreign language (specifically Spanish & Italian). Since graduating, I've had the opportunity to teach Spanish, Italian & English to Adult Learners. I've had the opportunity to tutor students in a multitude of subjects; such as English, Spanish, Math, Science, ACT prep classes, SAT prep classes and preparation for College Essay Classes. I've taught students in grades K-12. I am passionate about inspiring and encouraging students of all abilities to reach their full potential. I am passionate about English, Foreign Languages and helping students prepare for tests. There is no greater feeling than helping others succeed.

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David

Conversational German Tutor • +5 Subjects

Willkommen! My approach to language tutoring utilizes an individual's intuitive and natural language learning process, engaging students by using what they care about. I first developed this technique while completing my bachelors degree at Fourah Bay College in Sierra Leone. On campus I became an informal German tutor, discovering a passion for language tutoring, and developing this natural, intuitive and effective method of language learning. During this period I gained fluency in another language myself using this approach. I began formal tutoring in two of the three languages I am fluent in as well as mathematics and economics during my undergraduate studies. I am now looking forward to gaining admission into a graduate program for Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract negotiations. Outside of academia I am a very sociable person, happy to make new friends. My hobbies are soccer, pool/billiards, chess, movies, music, acting, dancing and singing. As a native speaker I will help my students to utilize the aforementioned techniques to learn German effectively and efficiently. I tutor all levels of German, and will work with students to meet their specific language needs. Please feel free to contact me, so that we can move your language abilities forward. Machs Gut!

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Adiba

Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects

I recently graduated from NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering with a bachelors of science in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. During my time as an undergraduate student I volunteered for Women for Afghan Women, an organization designed to foster a nurturing environment to underprivileged women and children. I had the privilege of tutoring and mentoring these bright children who often come from troubled families. My work entailed not only helping them with school work but also helping them cope with the situation they're in. I also had the opportunity to tutor for the Polytechnic Tutoring Center, which provides walk-in group tutoring for students attending the University. I tutored General Chemistry for Engineers, General Chemistry 1 &2, and Physical Chemistry. I learned to tailor my efforts towards each individual student and see which method best suited them. I firmly believe that each student has the ability to excel in whatever they wish as long as they believe in themselves, a value I hope to instill in all my students. I am patient, passionate, and excited about meeting new people and learning how they hope to make a difference in this world. In my spare time I love to watch and play sports, in particular Football. Lets go Giants!

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Amanda

ACCUPLACER ESL Tutor • +31 Subjects

Hello future students!I'm Amanda an ESL Credit instructor at Glendale Community College, as well as an ESL instructor at California State University Long Beach. I have a Master's degree in linguistics and Teaching English as a Second Language. I have most of my experience teaching adults at the college age level. I have taught courses of all skill levels from beginners to advanced. I have taught courses on the TOEFL and IELTS exams. I also have experience as an English tutor for artists in the entertainment industry. My focus is to teach English of all the skills, in real life situations, academic, and specific to your needs.A little bit about my personality:Students say that I am kind, funny and friendly.My Hobbies and interests are: cooking and eating, singing karaoke, decorating for parties and celebrations, watching TV and movies.I look forward to our lessons together!

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Anita

ACT Writing Tutor • +17 Subjects

I have been working with students for over 10 years in various capacities. I have experience tutoring at the elementary, middle and high school levels.

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Elizabeth

Algebra Tutor • +20 Subjects

I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Case Western Reserve University and a minor in Studio Art. I love math and art, and I find them similar in many ways. I am a patient person, having experience with children in hospital waiting rooms and helping my younger siblings with school. My favorite subjects to tutor are algebra, pre-calculus, and geometry, but I also tutor other subjects within math, art, and computer science. I believe that learning should be fun, and that since all knowledge is cumulative, hopefully the things I teach will become lifelong lessons.Besides tutoring, I enjoy swimming, rock climbing, and anything else that gets me outside or with wild animals. A fun fact from me is that both of my parents are teachers, and my sister is a tutor as well! I'm looking forward to working with you.

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Amanda

ACT English Tutor • +13 Subjects

Hi! I'm Amanda, a current computer science student at the University of Texas at Dallas. I heard about Varsity Tutors through a friend, and am excited about the opportunities it affords.A little bit about me - I've been volunteering at the Perot Museum for five years now, and am active in my college's pep band, as I've been playing the flute for nine years. I enjoy reading, too.

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Whitney

ACT English Tutor • +15 Subjects

I am an English teacher who instructs students at the secondary level in English 9 as well as ENGL 1101 and 1102 at the college level. I graduated in 2011 from Kennesaw State University with a Master of Arts degree in Writing. Additionally, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in English Education from Western Carolina University in 2008. I have taught first-year seminar courses as well as learning support English courses at Kennesaw State University; I advised students there for four years after graduation. I teach students who are new to high school and familiarize them with the writing process, and I work with them in reading comprehension, literary analysis, and advanced vocabulary. I am a college adjunct instructor as well and enjoy guiding those students toward becoming academic writers prepared for that specific discourse community. Those courses also focus on rhetoric and writing in all college disciplines. I prefer to tutor students who struggle with writing, and I enjoy seeing the improvement in my students. As a high school teacher, I am familiar with the requirements of the ACT and have experience working with students to improve their scores on the verbal and writing portions of the exam. Education is not just an abstract idea that I believe enhances personal experience and perspective, but it is also my passion and career. When I am not teaching, I enjoy hiking, traveling, and reading.

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Ewelina

Academic Coaching Tutor • +60 Subjects

I'm a mechanical engineering student, minoring in physics and currently working in the nanomedicine cancer research.My tutoring expertise falls mainly in STEM courses such as Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Algebra, Trigonometry, Statics, Dynamics and Physics (since I work in the advanced physics lab my knowledge and experience is on the graduate level).I spent my teenage years flying airplanes and gliders, which showed me that I have a huge passion for STEM courses. I proudly maintain 4.0 GPA while working in the research lab, flying airplanes on the weekend, and still making time for my morning yoga and meditation.When tutoring, I always implement my time management and successful studying methods as well as college/career path advising, if requested.I have experience in working with disabled children that have trouble with reading and memorizing, so I am a great match with any student that have difficulties focusing.When I teach, I always provide multiple examples during and between the sessions. I maintain positive attitude and make the student comfortable with the subject, but I do want my student to spend at least 45min daily on the most troublesome topics.

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Cristian

Algebra Tutor • +14 Subjects

My name is Cristian Buelna and I am a Mechanical Engineering student at St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas. The reason I want to make a career in engineering is because I want to work for a company that is all about innovation in the future. I strive to use my knowledge to help humanity become more energy efficient and technologically advanced.I use my knowledge from my university physics class and my math classes to tutor people at St. Mary's University. My students let me know that I am very patient with them and that I am very helpful. I was evaluated at the end of the year by all of my students and I received a 95% approval rating. I look forward to using my skills to help students through Varsity Tutors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you work with a tutor. Students typically see 10-20 point improvements over 8-12 weeks of focused study, though some see larger gains if they're addressing fundamental gaps in English proficiency. The key is identifying which sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking, or Writing) need the most work and developing targeted strategies for those areas.

A tutor can help you move beyond simply taking more practice tests—they'll diagnose exactly where you're losing points and create a customized study plan that addresses your specific weaknesses.

The Reading section is where most students struggle with pacing. You have 54-72 minutes to read 3-4 passages and answer 12-14 questions per passage—that's roughly 10-12 minutes per passage if you account for question-answering time. Many students spend too long on difficult questions and rush through easier ones, losing points unnecessarily.

A tutor can teach you strategic skimming techniques, help you identify which questions to tackle first, and show you how to quickly locate evidence in the text rather than re-reading entire passages. With practice and the right approach, you can cut your reading time significantly while maintaining accuracy.

Speaking anxiety is common because you're recorded and can't revise your answers—but it's highly manageable with preparation. The Speaking section rewards clear organization and fluency more than perfect grammar, so knowing what to expect reduces panic significantly.

A tutor can help you build confidence by having you practice speaking out loud repeatedly (not just in your head), teaching you templates for structuring responses, and simulating the actual test conditions so the day itself feels familiar. Recording yourself and reviewing mistakes also normalizes the process. With consistent practice, most students move from anxious to confident within 4-6 weeks.

It depends on your timeline and starting score, but generally you should prioritize your weakest sections while maintaining your strong ones. If you're weak in Reading and Writing but strong in Listening and Speaking, spending 70% of tutoring time on those two sections makes sense. Your tutor can help you allocate time efficiently based on your goals.

That said, don't completely ignore your strong sections—students often plateau when they only focus downward. Your tutor will ensure you're using an 80/20 approach: deep work on weakness areas, maintenance on strength areas, and some time on test-taking strategy that applies across all sections.

Integrated tasks require you to combine information from reading, listening, and speaking or writing—they test your ability to synthesize multiple sources. Independent tasks ask you to draw from your own knowledge and experiences. Most students find Integrated tasks harder because they require managing information from multiple sources while also producing language under time pressure.

The good news? Integrated tasks are also the most learnable with practice. A tutor can break down the note-taking strategies, help you organize information effectively, and give you templates for structuring integrated responses. Once you understand the predictable format and practice 15-20 integrated tasks, they become significantly easier.

The answer depends on your stage of preparation. Early on (weeks 1-4), take one full practice test to establish a baseline, then focus on targeted section practice and skill-building. In the middle phase (weeks 5-8), take full tests every 1-2 weeks to apply what you're learning. In the final 2-3 weeks, take a full test every 4-5 days to build endurance and identify last-minute gaps.

Taking practice tests too frequently without review wastes time; taking them too rarely means you won't catch patterns in your mistakes. Your tutor can help you find the right frequency and, more importantly, help you review and learn from each test so you're not just going through the motions.

Look for someone with specific TOEFL expertise—not just general English proficiency. Your tutor should understand the exact format of each section, know common student mistakes, and be able to diagnose weaknesses quickly. They should also be able to teach test-specific strategies (like skimming techniques for Reading or note-taking for Integrated tasks) rather than just assigning practice tests.

Equally important is someone who understands that TOEFL preparation isn't just about language skills—it's about managing anxiety, pacing, and test strategy. The best tutors combine deep content knowledge with the ability to build your confidence so you can perform your best on test day.

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