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Alexandra

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Alexandra

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Alexandra's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
Chemistry

I've been tutoring junior high and high school students since 2010. I have strong background in Biology, Chemistry and Algebra from completing Pre-Med classes during my time there. I also am skilled in Spanish grammar and conversation from completing a Spanish Language minor. Those I have tutored ha...

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New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1420
ACT
32
Daniel

Certified Tutor

Daniel

Masters, Urban Education
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Arithmetic
College English

In high school, I graduated Salutatorian at a Nassau County public high school with a 106 weighted GPA and 11 AP exams. I continued my education at an Ivy League institution where I became deeply interested in education as a teacher. For me, learning has always been a personal and individualized end...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Masters, Urban Education

Brown University

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Saskia

Certified Tutor

Saskia

Master of Arts, International Security & Policy
Saskia's other Tutor Subjects
8th-9th Grade Writing
Algebra
College English
College Essays

I am a graduate of the University of Arizona. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Classics with a focus on Roman history, disease in the ancient world, and public health. During my undergraduate studies I studied abroad in Italy and focusses on Roman architecture and art history. Since graduation I ha...

Education

University of Arizona

Master of Arts, International Security & Policy

University of Arizona

Bachelor in Arts, Classics

Kiran

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kiran

Bachelor of Science, Nutrition Sciences
Kiran's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
Biology
College Biology
Cooking

I am a graduate of Rutgers University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences with a focus on dietetics. Since graduation, I have completed a dietetic internship and nutrition fellowship with the top medical centers in New York, and gained my credential as a registered dieti...

Education

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Bachelor of Science, Nutrition Sciences

Abdul

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Abdul

PHD, Telecommunication Engineering
Abdul's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Calculus
Math
Pre-Algebra

I have PhD in Telecommunication Engineering, I graduated from Polytechnic University of Madrid. I have a lot of experience tutoring different math subjects. I had students in Madrid, Boston, San Francisco and other cities.I love traveling. I enjoy learning languages; I speak English Arabic and Spani...

Education

Polytechnic University of Madrid

PHD, Telecommunication Engineering

University of Jordan

Bachelors, Electrical Engineering

Jesudoss

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jesudoss

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry
Jesudoss's other Tutor Subjects
Chemistry
CLEP Prep
CLEP Chemistry
College Chemistry

Chemistry is the central science. But most students are really scared of chemistry. My job is to teach you in a way that you would start appreciating each and every concepts in chemistry. I have done this for the past 15 years in my teaching career in chemistry. In my experience, as long as students...

Education

The American College Madurai India

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Indian Institute of Technology Chennai Madras

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry

Shun

Certified Tutor

Shun

Bachelor of Science, Materials Science
Shun's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arithmetic
College Algebra

I am currently an undergraduate at Brown University concentrating in both Materials Science and Economics. In terms of tutoring experience, prior to Brown I have privately tutored other high school students for about a year mainly in the subjects of math and science. Other unorthodox instructing exp...

Education

Brown University

Bachelor of Science, Materials Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Lauren

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Lauren

Master of Arts, Education
Lauren's other Tutor Subjects
AP Spanish Language & Culture
Conversational Spanish
Languages
Spanish

Hola! My name is Lauren, and I am a high school Spanish teacher. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and Latino/a Studies from the University of Michigan, and a Master of Arts degree in Secondary Education from the University of Michigan. I have traveled to Argentina and Spain to study S...

Education

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Master of Arts, Education

University of Michigan

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Ratna

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ratna

PHD, Biochemistry
Ratna's other Tutor Subjects
Bioinformatics
Biology
College Biology
Life Sciences

Dedicated, friendly, motivated, possess great subject matter knowledge and have enormous experience communicating in ways that resonate with students of all grades whether it is school-level or college-level. I have the experience of teaching multiple freshman courses such as general biology and gen...

Education

University of Delhi

PHD, Biochemistry

SGTB Khalsa College

Bachelors, Chemistry

Laurie

Certified Tutor

Laurie

Masters, Literacy Specialist (b-6)
Laurie's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Level American History
English
ESL/ELL

With all of the experience that I have acquired over the years, I have become very good at individualizing lessons based on a student's personal needs. Not every student learns in the same way, and for that reason a tutor must always try to discern which methods work best with any given student, in ...

Education

SUNY College at Potsdam

Masters, Literacy Specialist (b-6)

SUNY College at Oswego

Bachelors, T.E.S.O.L; Linguistics

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Matt

ACT Prep Tutor • +38 Subjects

I want to help you with any school work you're struggling with. We've all had that feeling when you hit a wall and just can't seem to get something, be it trig problems or history essays. It's stressful, and just not fun.The good news: I've helped many students get past these kind of tough spots, and I can do the same for you.The bad news: You're going to have to work hard! But I'm confident that after we're finished you will be a master at whatever is troubling you and a better learner going forward.Shoot me a message and we start making a personal tutoring game plan for you today!

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Nadine

10th Grade Physics Tutor • +51 Subjects

I am a graduate from Columbia University with a dual degree in Physics and Mechanical Engineering.I first began tutoring with a non-profit organization, WhizKids, where tutors were paired with elementary aged children from lower-income neighborhoods to help with homework. Since then, I was a tutor at my first college, where I tutored groups of college-aged students in math and physics. Since I began tutoring, I've loved the connections I was able to make with students, as well as the joy of watching each student become more confident and proud of themselves as they work through the subjects they initially had struggled with. I also love challenging myself in determining ways I can modify my teaching and tutoring methods to the many unique and various learning styles I encounter with each student. Since my major has been mostly math-based, I love teaching calculus 1 and 2 as well as Physics the most. I love the connection that is made between calculus and how it is applied in real-world applications and especially love sharing this passion to the students that I work with. Whenever I'm able to get a chance, I love playing my cello and sketching.

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Olivia

Algebra Tutor • +23 Subjects

I have tutored elementary school, high school, and college students. I love helping students achieve their learning goals!

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Oliver

ACT English Tutor • +39 Subjects

I recently graduated from Fordham University with a bachelor of arts in economics and philosophy. While in college, I enrolled in a wide variety of courses and received an extensive interdisciplinary education. My experience at Fordham demonstrated firsthand the value education has in helping people understand difficult concepts and grasp the connections between ideas from different academic subjects. As a tutor, I strive to help students attain comprehension and learn how to approach subjects that may seem daunting at first. During my time as an undergraduate, I volunteered as a tutor for middle school students as part of a joint athletic and academic after school program. I am most passionate about helping people learn history, social sciences, and mathematics. I also assist with standardized test prep, primarily with the Reading and Writing sections of the exams. In my spare time, I enjoy photography, hiking and other outdoor activities, and reading about philosophy, evolutionary biology, and human history.

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Steven

ACT English Tutor • +47 Subjects

I'm currently finishing my final year at ASU's Honors College with a major in Creative Writing. I've worked in teaching and tutoring positions with everyone from first graders to college students. I just returned from spending my last semester studying in Prague, Czech Republic, travelling extensively and broadening my perspective. I also received the Flinn Scholarship, a prestigious full-ride award given to 20 of the best and brightest students in Arizona out of a pool of nearly 600.My tutoring style is 100% student-first. I want to make sure we're operating exactly at the level and pace where the student feels comfortable, and using educational techniques that work for this student in particular. I want my relationship with my students to feel like a friendship, and ideally, I want us both to have some fun.I'm a huge arts fanatic, particularly for music; ask me about my favorite albums of last year and I could probably give you a top 200. I've also been a guitarist and lyricist in several rock bands, and I'm currently working on putting together a hip hop album. I love watching movies, backpacking, reading, and conversing.

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Nathan

ACT English Tutor • +36 Subjects

My name is Nathan Kim, and I am a student at Southern Adventist University who will be applying to medical school in a year.I started tutoring in my senior year of high school, when I was requested to tutor a twelve-year old student with severe ADHD and behavioral problems in math, science, and history.Though I struggled with the process, I felt useful and energized knowing that I had helped another individual, however rudimentary the increase in knowledge/grades were.Through this experience, I went on to work at summer camp for children, tutored at an elementary school, and now am tutoring fellow college students in subjects that apply to my major, such as biology, chemistry, etc.I hope to make an even larger influence through my involvement here on Varsity Tutors and hope you or your student will reap the impact of the culmination of my years of developing and refining my teaching skills.

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Chelsea

Algebra Tutor • +34 Subjects

Hello! I am here to help :) I am one of those few folks who thinks Math is fun. I see math problems as puzzles that can be solved, we just have to do more thinking than with a typical puzzle. I am most confident with Algebra 1 & 2 and Geometry, so if you find yourself struggling in those areas, I could be of some assistance.I am a 20 year old Architecture student at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. I take interest in all types of design and art. I, myself, am a visual learner; I understand the struggle of not being able to grasp content simply because you just cannot see it. I hope for my artistic background to be of helpful use for students who need that visual component.I am very patient and encouraging. I believe in you so that you can build the confidence to believe in yourself!

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Raj

10th Grade Math Tutor • +41 Subjects

I am a Chemist, the most enjoyable, rewarding thing I do is help students develop the confidence and foundational skills to excel in technical subjects. For more than 9 years I have taught high school, undergraduate and graduate students in the laboratory, classroom and tutorial settings. I believe learning should be fun and that everyone can learn, we just need to work together to find out what works for you. Learning is not just observation, it is also participation. By engaging students in interactive discussions, I encourage curiosity and intellectual exploration. I help students learn how to think not what to think. By learning to think critically, students are able to maximize their potential to excel in math and science and do well on exams. I am willing to work hard to be the best teacher I can to guide students through the challenges they will encounter when studying chemistry and mathematics.

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Cody

10th Grade Writing Tutor • +63 Subjects

I would consider myself to be a jack of all trades. I love to learn, and to be introduced into something new each and everyday. There is an endless amount of things to learn in this life. I just enjoy being exposed to not only the facts of the information, but also the perspectives of the people who live it out each and every day. What fuels my desire to learn about a vast number of subjects is my ability to pick up information rather quickly, there is a catch however to being a jack of all trades. The catch is that you're next a master at anything only a student of everything. I think my profession above all is that I am a professional and life-time student.On a more personal note of who I am, I am 23 years old and I have lived in Las Vegas my whole life. I have aspired to be a teacher ever since I was about 12 years old. I enjoy mostly outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, hunting, and fishing. I also enjoy a very hours playing a good video game as well; mostly PC but I also enjoy Nintendo games. A major goal of mine would be to teach on a college level by becoming a professor. I enjoy communications as a study but also like writing, not sure which one I will end up teaching through my major. I am a Christian, hopeful that is seen more so in my actions rather than what I say. Thank you for your time in reading this. :)

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Ken

Algebra Tutor • +24 Subjects

Having trouble with or worried about physical science courses or mathematics? I can show you how to solve problems in ways that will increase your understanding AND will increase your ability to complete them successfully for homework and tests. I am certified to teach physics at the high school level. I taught high school physics for 17 years before going on to further graduate study. I also have experience teaching mathematics at the community college level. I can help you with chemistry, physics, statistics and/or calculus for high school, Advanced Placement or introductory college level. I can also help with standardized testing such as ACT, SAT or GRE.

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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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