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Jennifer

Certified Tutor

Jennifer

PHD, Natural Resource Economics
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays

I am easy-going and will try to make learning as fun and successful as possible for you - I look forward to meeting you!

Education

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

PHD, Natural Resource Economics

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Bachelor of Science, Biology and Spanish

Amy

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Amy

Masters, Masters of Divinity
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
College English
English
Essay Editing
High School English

I love to learn and enjoy sharing my enthusiasm for learning with others. Even when you face a subject and course that isn't as easy as others, there can still be ways to enjoy and succeed. I want to help you succeed!I have always been that person my classmates would seek out to explain what the tea...

Education

Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Masters, Masters of Divinity

Northeastern University

Bachelors, Human Services

Jenny

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jenny

Bachelor in Arts, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
Jenny's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College Physics
English
High School Physics

Hello! I'm Jenny and I am here to help. I graduated from Barnard College in May of 2018 with a History degree and the pre-med curriculum under my belt. I am in the process of applying to medical schools with aspirations to matriculate in 2021. Before going back to school, I am making it my mission t...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology

Sarah

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sarah

Bachelors, Elementary education
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Algebra
Arithmetic
Elementary Math

I enjoy working with students of all ages on various subjects. I have previously tutored students from pre-K to college age in subjects ranging from pre-reading/phonics skills, language arts, basic Spanish and study skills to high level math and college test prep.I have a bachelor's in elementary ed...

Education

Drake University

Bachelors, Elementary education

Jeannette

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeannette

Master of Science, Finance
Jeannette's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
College English

Hi there! My name is Jeannette and I would be delighted to help your child reach his or her academic goals.My tutoring experience rests upon a solid educational foundation: After having graduated in the top 1% of my high school class, I obtained a BA, cum laude, in French and Romance Philology from ...

Education

Institut dtudes Politiques de Paris

Master of Science, Finance

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, French

Test Scores
ACT
31
Amar

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Amar

Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Amar's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
Biology
College Biology
DAT Perceptual Ability

I am extremely excited to be able to help other students with their academic goals. I first realized the value of having a good tutor when I was studying for my Dental Admission Test and scoring highly.The subjects I teach are Biology, Organic Chemistry, DAT prep as well as SAT prep. My teaching sty...

Education

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Temple University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Amy

Certified Tutor

Amy

Master of Arts, English
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

During my time as a graduate student in the English Department at Oregon State University, I have taught seven sections of first-year composition classes as a graduate teaching assistant. As an undergraduate, I tutored a seventh grade student with learning disabilities and worked one on one with her...

Education

Oregon State University

Master of Arts, English

Point Loma Nazarene University

Bachelor in Arts, English Literature

Test Scores
SAT
1440
Allison

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Allison

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Allison's other Tutor Subjects
AP English Literature and Composition
AP U.S. Government & Politics
College Computer Science
College English

I first became interested in tutoring in high school, where I found myself helping friends in anything from AP Literature to the math portions on the SATs. In my experience, working one on one with people has been incredibly rewarding, as it allows for a deeper level of communication between the tut...

Education

Boston University

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1460
Matthew

Certified Tutor

Matthew

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
AP Macroeconomics
Business
Business Ethics
College Business

I'm a recent college grad looking to assist students to the best of my abilities during this difficult time.

Education

University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

KC

Certified Tutor

KC

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology; Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality
KC's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2

I graduated in May 2015 from Rice University in Houston, Texas with a Bachelor of Arts degree. I majored in Sociology and in the Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality, and minored in Poverty, Justice, and Human Capabilities. I studied at the Bronx High School of Science in New York City prior to att...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology; Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality

Test Scores
SAT
1530

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Denver students often find microeconomics concepts like supply and demand curves, elasticity, and consumer behavior challenging to visualize and apply. Many also struggle with macroeconomics topics such as inflation, GDP calculations, and monetary policy—partly because these require connecting abstract economic principles to real-world events. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps students work through these concepts at their own pace, using examples relevant to their interests and learning style, rather than moving at a classroom pace that may leave gaps in understanding.

With an average student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1 in Denver schools, many economics students don't get enough individualized feedback to catch misconceptions early. Personalized tutoring allows tutors to diagnose exactly where your understanding breaks down—whether it's graphing, mathematical application, or conceptual reasoning—and target practice accordingly. Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows significant gains when tutoring focuses on the specific skills holding you back, which translates directly to higher performance on AP Economics exams, final exams, and standardized assessments.

AP Microeconomics focuses on individual consumers, businesses, and markets—covering topics like supply, demand, production costs, and market structures. AP Macroeconomics takes a broader view, examining national economies, inflation, unemployment, GDP, and government policy. Many Denver students take both exams (offered separately), while others choose one based on their interests and college requirements. A tutor can help you decide which exam aligns with your goals and develop strategies for each test's unique question types and time management demands.

Most students benefit from starting AP Economics exam prep 8–12 weeks before test day, especially if they're reinforcing classroom learning or filling knowledge gaps. With consistent weekly tutoring sessions focused on practice problems, graph interpretation, and free-response essay technique, students typically see measurable score improvement within 4–6 weeks. The timeline depends on your starting point—students who struggled during the semester may need longer preparation, while those with solid classroom foundations can focus more narrowly on exam-specific strategies.

Yes. Economics requires learning a new vocabulary and way of thinking about decision-making, incentives, and resource allocation—concepts that don't always click in a lecture setting. Personalized tutoring introduces these foundational ideas step-by-step, using real examples from your daily life (like job choices, pricing decisions, or budget trade-offs) to build intuition before moving to graphs and formal models. Starting with a tutor early in the course prevents confusion from piling up and makes later, more complex topics like market failure and policy analysis much easier to grasp.

Look for tutors with strong backgrounds in both economic theory and practical application—someone who can explain *why* concepts matter, not just how to solve problems. Ideally, they have experience teaching the specific course or exam you're taking (AP, IB, honors, or introductory college economics) and can diagnose whether your struggles are conceptual or technical. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors in the Denver area who match your subject needs and learning style, so you're working with someone qualified to address your specific challenges.

With nine school districts across Denver serving over 116,000 students, curriculum pacing and expectations vary. A tutor familiar with your specific school's approach can reinforce what you're learning in class, preview upcoming units, and target the problem areas your teacher has identified. Personalized instruction also fills gaps if you've missed concepts due to absences or didn't fully grasp something the first time around, ensuring you stay on track with your classmates while building a stronger foundation than classroom time alone typically provides.

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