Hello my name is Viraj Shah and I'm a 2nd year medical student at the University of Miami. I have extensive experience tutoring in all science subjects (orgo, biology, genetics, physics), math and reading. I have been an SAT and ACT tutoring for over 6 years now at the local Boys and Girls Club. I also have extensive experience tutoring for the MCAT, from best practices to more technical skills as well. I enjoy tutoring and realize everyone learns in a unique way. I try to cater my style to my student and help them reach the full extent of their capabilities.I am an avid fan of basketball and tennis, and play whenever I find the time.

I'm a graduate of Hamline University, where I acquired a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing. I also did graduate work at Hamline in Language Arts education. I was a student of music for many years, and have a Bachelor's degree in Music from the University of Colorado, Boulder where I studied voice. Having been a serious student of music in the past, I of course enjoy classical music; my favorites these days are the Baroque masters.I have been teaching English courses online for several years now, and it's been an excellent job for me as a parent since the hours are so flexible. Now that my child is grown, I'm interested in spreading my wings a bit and meeting students face to face as a tutor.My favorite subjects to teach are English Composition, Rhetoric, and research essays. I also am a grammar nerd and love to help students build their skills in this area.I love animals of all kinds and have a dog and a cat, who don't really get along with each other! I spend too much time breaking up their little spats, I think. But I wouldn't give them up, mostly because they're so entertaining.I also enjoy baking and cooking ethnic foods, and since I live near the Mississippi River I take advantage of our running paths on a regular basis. I love to be outside in the fresh air.

I am an incoming first-year medical student with a deep passion for the human body and mind. As a student who thrived with tutoring, I love teaching students how to think about problems and answer tough questions.

I love learning, and want to inspire that same love in my students. I have been teaching students of all ages, ranging from 3 years into adulthood for over a decade. Much of that teaching has been in English Language Arts, specifically English as a Second Language (ESL).I hold 2 Master degrees in education, one in teaching English as a second language (TESOL) (2020), and the other in eLearning (2017). I have a Bachelor degree in Art with an emphasis in Graphic Design and a minor in Art History (2015). I also hold an Associate degree in Special Education (2011).I tutor ESL/ELL, Elementary School Reading, Elementary School Writing, English, Essay Editing, Middle School Reading, Middle School Reading Comprehension, Reading, and Writing.My favorite subjects to tutor are ESL and Reading Comprehension. I enjoy tutoring ESL because I love seeing a student's language abilities grow. I enjoy tutoring reading comprehension because I love reading and want everyone to love it as much as I do.I am an upbeat person and that attitude is reflected in my teaching style. I strive to make learning engaging, as I believe that students that are engaged not only learn better, but also develop a love of learning.

My mission is to help hardworking students achieve their maximum potential in mastering a new language. My interest in the Spanish language increased during my junior high Spanish class when my instructor introduced me to Spanish poetry. It was authors like Gabriel Garcia Marquez that increased my interest in Spanish literature. For the past five years, I have been working as a teacher assistant in the state of Texas helping Spanish speaking students learn their primary language and acquiring English as their second language. Last year, I received my associate degrees on General education and Fine arts. I am currently a student in the Spanish Department at Texas State University. My professional goal is to become a Spanish teacher and empower my students to achieve what sometimes feels unattainable but with the right attitude, tools and skills within their reach can turn into an achievable goal. During my free time, I enjoyed running, practicing yoga and spending time with my family.

I was once in the same shoes of many Varsity Tutors' students. I was struggling to learn my subjects and preparing for the SAT standardized test. I came from a rural high school (DuBois, PA) with no AP classes as well as no Honors classes. I was projected that engineering would be too difficult for me and that I should pursue something less rigorous. I ended up graduating with a Honors degree in chemical engineering and a minor in mathematics from the Pennsylvania State University. I then received a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University doing all of my research work with Sandia National Laboratories. I achieved these goals by setting high expectations for myself and striving every day to meet these expectations. I am a tutor that predominantly focuses on STEM and Business subjects from high school through graduate school as well as standardized tests. I really do not have a favorite subject here. I just enjoy teaching students who desire to learn and improve themselves. When I was an undergraduate student as well as a teaching assistant in graduate school teaching first semester students, I could take a person the night before the exam that had no clue of what was going on in class and help them achieve a B on the exam the next day. Standardized tests such as the SAT/ACT exam comprise various courses in high school and I cannot teach someone everything they need to know in one night or if a person is weeks behind in the understanding of the course material. Whether it is a standardized test or learning another subject; an assessment must be determined of where the student is currently in their understanding of the material. Next a game plan must be put together to get the student from where they are currently at to where they want to go. The fact of the matter is unless a student has always struggled in mathematics since kindergarten, they can achieve a perfect or near perfect score on the SAT/ACT mathematics section. The only traits that are required are a high level of expectations as well as the desire and effort to achieve those expectations. When it comes to solving problems, I will always ask the student on how they would solve a particular problem. Their answers can range that they definitely know how to solve it to they have absolutely no idea. I would then guide them along through each problem with the goal to have them understand a correct approach needed and to instill in the student a better understanding of the material as time goes along. As far as more information about myself, I am a person that enjoys learning and growing in all pursuits and my favorite hobby is working out and lifting weights at my local Planet Fitness. Additional Information: I am a STEM based tutor for Varsity Tutors in which I tutor everything from entry level to advanced subjects in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, all Engineering disciplines, and MBA courses. I am continuously adding both courses in an individual field as well as fields themselves to tutor. I tutor from 6th grade to graduate school as well as students with mental disabilities. I help students from inner city schools to the top boarding schools in the US to state public universities as well as the ivy league. I work with students at international universities along with international students in the US as well as adults going back to school.

Degree:Saginaw Valley State UniversityMajor: Chemistry EducationMinors: History Education | Japanese Language and CultureExperience:16 weeks of direct instruction in student teachingThree semesters of Teaching Practicum and ObservationSubjects:Science | Specialty: ChemistrySocial Studies | Specialty: HistoryScience is the eternal process of getting it wrong, writing it down, and questioning authorityI make an effort to have students be active involved agents in their own learning as much as possible. If students are willing to let me lead them, I will do my best to let them know where they stand and how they can improve, and as an ethical mentor, I give them opportunities to give me the same feedback.

I have experience teaching in all grades, K-6. I completed my first full year of solo teaching in May. It was an incredible learning experience and the knowledge I gained from my first year is irreplaceable. I worked with a variety of students from vast educational backgrounds. Working with these students made me develop and incorporate many different instructional strategies to suit their learning styles. I am very enthusiastic about education and this is evident throughout my instruction. I am a firm believer in positive reinforcement and am constantly encouraging my students throughout my lessons. I believe that education should be a positive experience for all involved.Outside of school I have many different hobbies and interests. I have an energetic Brittany Spaniel, Poppy. Poppy keeps me entertained 24 hours a day. We enjoy going on long walks together (4-5 miles a day) and visiting different dog parks around the city. I am passionate about literature. I love reading anything and everything. I am currently the president of a book club. We have monthly meetings where we discuss our latest book club read and decide on the next month's venture. I love to cook and I also enjoy traveling. I was fortunate to take part in a life-changing journey to India in March. It was absolutely amazing. I love adventure and I have a passion for learning, exploring, and discovering new things as often as possible.

Hello! My name is Hannah. I moved to Madison from New York in January this year (2016).I hold an BA in Global Studies from LIU Global, and my undergraduate thesis was on the role of play and games in learning. My approach to teaching is strongly informed by the importance of kindling our curiosities and passion for the subjects we focus on. A lot of my experience as a student has been in environments that emphasize experiential learning. The way I see it, language learning is about learning a new form of expression, and cultivating a comfort and confidence with it.This can be geared towards specific environments. I am particularly experienced in working 1-on-1 or with small groups to identify individual interests and needs, defining at least one clear goal for the each lesson, and a general goal to work towards with students. That goal can be a personal goal, a professional or practical goal, or something in between.I have taught classes and tutored formally and informally in a variety of different settings, including diverse cultural settings; anywhere from tutoring English privately in Thailand, or providing Spanish lessons for homeschooling students, to providing homework help and support in time management for my younger brother. I tend to use games, movies, music and interactive tools in lessons, combined with worksheets and quizzes where I see them to be appropriate. I strongly encourage students to find fun ways to benefit from daily practice(20 minutes a day over 1-2 hours once a week).I look forward to being a part of your learning process!

I am a freshman at the University of Michigan working towards a major in Economics with a Minor in Data Science. I think it's important to cherish education because it can genuinely teach you different skill-sets. I've tutored all throughout high school from Kumon to volunteering. I love working with all age ranges with different subjects (my favorite being spanish, algebra, geometry, english, and reading). I think it's important to have fun while you're learning and to genuinely understand the material, not just doing homework to get it done. It is also very important to take breaks while doing homework and to make sure to take your time. Also during standardized tests, it's a hard test and sometimes pressure gets to students. It's okay to make mistakes but practicing through it is the most important part!

Hello my name is Viraj Shah and I'm a 2nd year medical student at the University of Miami. I have extensive experience tutoring in all science subjects (orgo, biology, genetics, physics), math and reading. I have been an SAT and ACT tutoring for over 6 years now at the local Boys and Girls Club. I also have extensive experience tutoring for the MCAT, from best practices to more technical skills as well. I enjoy tutoring and realize everyone learns in a unique way. I try to cater my style to my student and help them reach the full extent of their capabilities.I am an avid fan of basketball and tennis, and play whenever I find the time.

I'm a graduate of Hamline University, where I acquired a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing. I also did graduate work at Hamline in Language Arts education. I was a student of music for many years, and have a Bachelor's degree in Music from the University of Colorado, Boulder where I studied voice. Having been a serious student of music in the past, I of course enjoy classical music; my favorites these days are the Baroque masters.I have been teaching English courses online for several years now, and it's been an excellent job for me as a parent since the hours are so flexible. Now that my child is grown, I'm interested in spreading my wings a bit and meeting students face to face as a tutor.My favorite subjects to teach are English Composition, Rhetoric, and research essays. I also am a grammar nerd and love to help students build their skills in this area.I love animals of all kinds and have a dog and a cat, who don't really get along with each other! I spend too much time breaking up their little spats, I think. But I wouldn't give them up, mostly because they're so entertaining.I also enjoy baking and cooking ethnic foods, and since I live near the Mississippi River I take advantage of our running paths on a regular basis. I love to be outside in the fresh air.

I am an incoming first-year medical student with a deep passion for the human body and mind. As a student who thrived with tutoring, I love teaching students how to think about problems and answer tough questions.

I love learning, and want to inspire that same love in my students. I have been teaching students of all ages, ranging from 3 years into adulthood for over a decade. Much of that teaching has been in English Language Arts, specifically English as a Second Language (ESL).I hold 2 Master degrees in education, one in teaching English as a second language (TESOL) (2020), and the other in eLearning (2017). I have a Bachelor degree in Art with an emphasis in Graphic Design and a minor in Art History (2015). I also hold an Associate degree in Special Education (2011).I tutor ESL/ELL, Elementary School Reading, Elementary School Writing, English, Essay Editing, Middle School Reading, Middle School Reading Comprehension, Reading, and Writing.My favorite subjects to tutor are ESL and Reading Comprehension. I enjoy tutoring ESL because I love seeing a student's language abilities grow. I enjoy tutoring reading comprehension because I love reading and want everyone to love it as much as I do.I am an upbeat person and that attitude is reflected in my teaching style. I strive to make learning engaging, as I believe that students that are engaged not only learn better, but also develop a love of learning.

My mission is to help hardworking students achieve their maximum potential in mastering a new language. My interest in the Spanish language increased during my junior high Spanish class when my instructor introduced me to Spanish poetry. It was authors like Gabriel Garcia Marquez that increased my interest in Spanish literature. For the past five years, I have been working as a teacher assistant in the state of Texas helping Spanish speaking students learn their primary language and acquiring English as their second language. Last year, I received my associate degrees on General education and Fine arts. I am currently a student in the Spanish Department at Texas State University. My professional goal is to become a Spanish teacher and empower my students to achieve what sometimes feels unattainable but with the right attitude, tools and skills within their reach can turn into an achievable goal. During my free time, I enjoyed running, practicing yoga and spending time with my family.

I was once in the same shoes of many Varsity Tutors' students. I was struggling to learn my subjects and preparing for the SAT standardized test. I came from a rural high school (DuBois, PA) with no AP classes as well as no Honors classes. I was projected that engineering would be too difficult for me and that I should pursue something less rigorous. I ended up graduating with a Honors degree in chemical engineering and a minor in mathematics from the Pennsylvania State University. I then received a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University doing all of my research work with Sandia National Laboratories. I achieved these goals by setting high expectations for myself and striving every day to meet these expectations. I am a tutor that predominantly focuses on STEM and Business subjects from high school through graduate school as well as standardized tests. I really do not have a favorite subject here. I just enjoy teaching students who desire to learn and improve themselves. When I was an undergraduate student as well as a teaching assistant in graduate school teaching first semester students, I could take a person the night before the exam that had no clue of what was going on in class and help them achieve a B on the exam the next day. Standardized tests such as the SAT/ACT exam comprise various courses in high school and I cannot teach someone everything they need to know in one night or if a person is weeks behind in the understanding of the course material. Whether it is a standardized test or learning another subject; an assessment must be determined of where the student is currently in their understanding of the material. Next a game plan must be put together to get the student from where they are currently at to where they want to go. The fact of the matter is unless a student has always struggled in mathematics since kindergarten, they can achieve a perfect or near perfect score on the SAT/ACT mathematics section. The only traits that are required are a high level of expectations as well as the desire and effort to achieve those expectations. When it comes to solving problems, I will always ask the student on how they would solve a particular problem. Their answers can range that they definitely know how to solve it to they have absolutely no idea. I would then guide them along through each problem with the goal to have them understand a correct approach needed and to instill in the student a better understanding of the material as time goes along. As far as more information about myself, I am a person that enjoys learning and growing in all pursuits and my favorite hobby is working out and lifting weights at my local Planet Fitness. Additional Information: I am a STEM based tutor for Varsity Tutors in which I tutor everything from entry level to advanced subjects in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, all Engineering disciplines, and MBA courses. I am continuously adding both courses in an individual field as well as fields themselves to tutor. I tutor from 6th grade to graduate school as well as students with mental disabilities. I help students from inner city schools to the top boarding schools in the US to state public universities as well as the ivy league. I work with students at international universities along with international students in the US as well as adults going back to school.

Degree:Saginaw Valley State UniversityMajor: Chemistry EducationMinors: History Education | Japanese Language and CultureExperience:16 weeks of direct instruction in student teachingThree semesters of Teaching Practicum and ObservationSubjects:Science | Specialty: ChemistrySocial Studies | Specialty: HistoryScience is the eternal process of getting it wrong, writing it down, and questioning authorityI make an effort to have students be active involved agents in their own learning as much as possible. If students are willing to let me lead them, I will do my best to let them know where they stand and how they can improve, and as an ethical mentor, I give them opportunities to give me the same feedback.

I have experience teaching in all grades, K-6. I completed my first full year of solo teaching in May. It was an incredible learning experience and the knowledge I gained from my first year is irreplaceable. I worked with a variety of students from vast educational backgrounds. Working with these students made me develop and incorporate many different instructional strategies to suit their learning styles. I am very enthusiastic about education and this is evident throughout my instruction. I am a firm believer in positive reinforcement and am constantly encouraging my students throughout my lessons. I believe that education should be a positive experience for all involved.Outside of school I have many different hobbies and interests. I have an energetic Brittany Spaniel, Poppy. Poppy keeps me entertained 24 hours a day. We enjoy going on long walks together (4-5 miles a day) and visiting different dog parks around the city. I am passionate about literature. I love reading anything and everything. I am currently the president of a book club. We have monthly meetings where we discuss our latest book club read and decide on the next month's venture. I love to cook and I also enjoy traveling. I was fortunate to take part in a life-changing journey to India in March. It was absolutely amazing. I love adventure and I have a passion for learning, exploring, and discovering new things as often as possible.

Hello! My name is Hannah. I moved to Madison from New York in January this year (2016).I hold an BA in Global Studies from LIU Global, and my undergraduate thesis was on the role of play and games in learning. My approach to teaching is strongly informed by the importance of kindling our curiosities and passion for the subjects we focus on. A lot of my experience as a student has been in environments that emphasize experiential learning. The way I see it, language learning is about learning a new form of expression, and cultivating a comfort and confidence with it.This can be geared towards specific environments. I am particularly experienced in working 1-on-1 or with small groups to identify individual interests and needs, defining at least one clear goal for the each lesson, and a general goal to work towards with students. That goal can be a personal goal, a professional or practical goal, or something in between.I have taught classes and tutored formally and informally in a variety of different settings, including diverse cultural settings; anywhere from tutoring English privately in Thailand, or providing Spanish lessons for homeschooling students, to providing homework help and support in time management for my younger brother. I tend to use games, movies, music and interactive tools in lessons, combined with worksheets and quizzes where I see them to be appropriate. I strongly encourage students to find fun ways to benefit from daily practice(20 minutes a day over 1-2 hours once a week).I look forward to being a part of your learning process!

I am a freshman at the University of Michigan working towards a major in Economics with a Minor in Data Science. I think it's important to cherish education because it can genuinely teach you different skill-sets. I've tutored all throughout high school from Kumon to volunteering. I love working with all age ranges with different subjects (my favorite being spanish, algebra, geometry, english, and reading). I think it's important to have fun while you're learning and to genuinely understand the material, not just doing homework to get it done. It is also very important to take breaks while doing homework and to make sure to take your time. Also during standardized tests, it's a hard test and sometimes pressure gets to students. It's okay to make mistakes but practicing through it is the most important part!