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Mark

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mark

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
Mark's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
English
High School Level American History
Other

Educating students is like a dream come true for me; I have been avidly involved in the education field for a few years now and it is my passion to not only teach but to learn from teaching. In order to teach students, I believe patience, understanding, and resolve are all important in assisting stu...

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The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Amy

Certified Tutor

Amy

Bachelors, Mathematics
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

My view about tutoring is that all students are capable of achieving their goals in mathematics. I think that one-on-one sessions are invaluable to students struggling in a classroom environment. Sometimes teachers do not have the time to give sufficient personalized attention, the way a qualified t...

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University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Mathematics

David

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David

Masters in Education, Mathematics Education
David's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I am a graduate of the University of Central Florida where I earned my Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Mathematics Education. My tutoring experience is extensive spanning over 25 years and including subjects ranging from Middle School Mathematics through Calculus. In addition, I...

Education

University of Central Florida

Masters in Education, Mathematics Education

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Education

Dennis

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Dennis

Master of Arts, Education
Dennis's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I believe teaching and learning are a combination of factors that come together to help people better themselves on a daily basis. Hard work, creativity, helping others, goal setting, and connecting to one's own personal struggles and triumphs are integral to giving the teacher and student a chance ...

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Saint Catharine College

Master of Arts, Education

Beloit College

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Leonid

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Leonid

Masters in Business Administration, International Business
Leonid's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
ACCUPLACER College-Level Math
ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra

As an experienced Math professor, my goal is to help my students develop a deep understanding and appreciation for Mathematics. I believe that everyone has the ability to excel in Math, and my role is to help my students unlock their potential and achieve their goals.My approach to tutoring is tailo...

Education

Bucharest Academy of Economics

Masters in Business Administration, International Business

Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest, Romania

Bachelor of Science, Avionics Maintenance Technology

Kamela

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kamela

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Kamela's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening

I am a Spanish Master's Graduate student who has taught Spanish to Auburn University students in my second year of the program as an instructor of record. I taught classes of 20-30 students diligently, making sure they were ready to continue their Spanish major/ minor in college.I have an extensive ...

Education

College of the Holy Cross

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Auburn University

Diploma, Spanish

Eric

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Eric

Associates, Arts
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
Elementary Math

I have had trouble finding what I really enjoy doing. I've always enjoyed doing math, and I thought I would want to be a teacher, in a nice school, with a nice class of students, but the big groups are not for me. I much prefer that the one on one style of teaching. I've been doing tutoring since ea...

Education

Metropolitan Community College Kansas City Missouri

Associates, Arts

Shayan

Certified Tutor

Shayan

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance
Shayan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am a student of Finance and Accounting at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Teaching is one of my passions and I am excited to help students out on Varsity Tutors.

Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance

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Sonya

Certified Tutor

Sonya

Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Sonya's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Math
Middle School Math
Pre-Algebra

I graduated college with a degree in sociology with a concentration in criminal justice. I didn't know if I would find a job teaching upon graduation, but I find one and I absolutely love it! I currently work in a 7th/8th grade Montessori classroom teaching math and science. I wholeheartedly believe...

Education

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Science, Sociology

Lynda

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Lynda

Master of Science, Hospitality Administration and Management
Lynda's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL
Adult ESL/ELL
American Literature
AP Research

An engaging instructor, I find out the goals of each student and gear my focus towards their learning in interesting ways. Invested in the success of each student, I build an atmosphere of trust that supports student success.

Education

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Master of Science, Hospitality Administration and Management

Suffolk University

Bachelor in Arts, English

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Isaiah

ACT Writing Tutor • +45 Subjects

PROFESSIONAL TITLE: Geometric Epistemologist. Writing and teaching on applied geometrics regarding human behavior since 2019. Author of several books & inventor of Wesgrekian Code Writing.EDUCATION:Master's - Divinity in Global Leadership (Crown College)Bachelor's - Global and Cultural Studies (Crown College)Bachelor's - Christian Ministry (Crown College)

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Lila

College English Tutor • +12 Subjects

Texas has been my home for twenty-five years. I was born in Lexington, Kentucky, but moved to Round Rock, Texas after serving in the U.S. Navy. I hold a teaching certificate in Texas and Kentucky and have over ten years of experience teaching Spanish and French in both states.I hold a Ph.D. in Spanish and a B.A. in French and Spanish.Learning a language involves many skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Sometimes, grammar may be a stumbling block. Sometimes, it's reading comprehension. Or a student may need extra practice to prepare for AP exams I tailor tutoring sessions to fit the skill level of each student.In addition to Spanish and French, I tutor in Writing, Literature, Grammar and Mechanics. I am multi-published (young adult novels, short stories, biographies, and translations). Over the years, I have coached many new writers, both adults and young adults.In my free time (when I'm not writing), I like to swim, read, and play backgammon. I have three grown children, two cats, and two dogs.

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Jerell

College English Tutor • +8 Subjects

I graduated from Connecticut College in 2014 where I majored in English with a minor in film studies; I plan to eventually pursue a PhD in English Literature. I tutored for three of my four years as an undergraduate in the Roth Writing Center located at my alma mater. As a writing center tutor I helped students of various skill levels promote clarity and eliminate ambiguity in their writing. Additionally, I have helped students develop close reading strategies across the humanities, particularly in the area of U.S. History, one of my personal favorite subjects. My approach to tutoring tends to revolve around questions; I often begin sessions simply by having the student describe what it is they wish to gain from the time we have and then changing our focus accordingly. Outside of academia my hobbies/interests include reading, screenwriting, classical Hollywood cinema (Hitchcock in particular), cooking, and improvisational comedy.

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Malliga

Adult Health and Wellness Tutor • +9 Subjects

As I would like to provide high quality patient care through my students, I am passionate about helping students to prepare for the NCLEX-RN exam to pass first time itself. I chose maternity nursing as my specialty in my master's program and I did my PhD in nursing at the University of Texas Medical Branch and graduated in 2014. I have taught nursing students from LPN, RN, BSN, MSN, to PhD levels using different teaching methods. I can tutor maternity nursing and medical surgical nursing.

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Cuong

3rd Grade Science Tutor • +60 Subjects

I graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering. My experience with tutoring comes from helping my younger cousins (ranging from elementary to high school) in their school work. My favorite subjects, and the subjects that I tutor, are math and the sciences because I enjoy working with numbers. My teaching philosophy is help students understand the theory/concept rather than rote memorizationalthough there are times when being able to memorize details are important. When I tutor I like to break the problem down into smaller steps which helps my students understand the material better. On my free time I like to go to the gym, hang out with friends, and practice programming.

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Matthew

Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects

I am a graduate of Purdue University. I earned a Bachelor of Science with majors in physics, mathematics, and statistics. I am currently attending Oakland University where I earning a Master of Science in physics. I teach an introductory physics lab and perform research in the field of cosmic inflation. I tutor a wide range of physics and math topics. I believe that students learn the material best when they understand why it's true and can relate it to situations that they are familiar with. I try to connect the material to real world situations whenever possible.

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Gouri Bharat

ACT Prep Tutor • +23 Subjects

I am a graduate in VLSI design and Embedded systems with Electronics and communication Engineering as a base. I have tutored students in subjects like basic electrical and electronics, Mathematics at undergraduate level and I am good at other engineering subjects as well. I like to teach Mathematics(from algebra to calculus) and science to elementary, high school and college students. I look forward to building strong basics of the subjects so that students are able to achieve their goals easily.

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Ruth A.

ACT Prep Tutor • +20 Subjects

I specialize in ACT, SAT and GED preparation. I was lucky to grow up in western New York with parents and a community that installed positive values. I earned a BS degree in Ceramic Engineering, minor in mathematics, which I love. After 20 years of corporate sales experience and 15 years as a winery business owner that I helped grow and then sell, I then decided to pursue my passion to help others. I chose ventures in real estate and tutoring mathematics in which both careers require helping and providing guidance. I plan to be there every step of the way. Now you can understand why my motto is "Your Success is My Mission."

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Minh

Algebra Tutor • +36 Subjects

At a young age, I had been exposed to the benefits of tutoring. I seemed to work at a slower pace and have a harder time understanding concepts compared to my peers. However with a tutor I found that my pace quickened allowing me to catch up. Later on in my academic career I found through tutoring others I have developed a more in depth understanding of the material, which I desire to have. By tutoring others, I am able to pay it forward and help guide those who are having difficulty, like many have help guided me. My specialization and major is Chemistry. Chemistry is easily my favorite topic although I would not consider it "easy". Understanding key concepts and fundamentals will allow others to see the depth and the amazing things chemistry can show us.I am grateful to all of those who tutored me in the past and I would like to pass it on by sharing what I have learned to others! I believe with hard work and dedication, success is inevitable.

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Paul

Conversational German Tutor • +6 Subjects

I am a recent graduate from the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities who majored in German Studies and minored in Public Health and Translation. During my Undergraduate career I studied abroad for 5 months at the Albert-Ludwig Universität in Freiburg, Germany. While studying in Germany I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to live in an apartment style dorm with 5 German roommates. This gave me a first hand look at life in Germany as well as a better command of the German language.In my free time I enjoy reading books in German as well as watching German movies. Outside of German I like to golf, play pick up soccer with friends, bike, hike, and watch movies. I consider myself a movie buff and can answer most any movie trivia thrown my way.

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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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