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Jennifer
I am easy-going and will try to make learning as fun and successful as possible for you - I look forward to meeting you!
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
PHD, Natural Resource Economics
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Spanish

Certified Tutor
4+ years
I'm 23 years old and I'm a Spanish tutor. I was born in Mexico and have lived in the United States almost half my life now, so I am fully fluent in both Spanish and English. I also studied Spanish in college and got a certificate in translation and interpretation, all from Virginia Commonwealth Univ...
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelors, Spanis

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Christian
I am a graduate of Bard College and I earned my Master of Fine Arts from Emerson College. My Bachelor of Arts is in Theater Studies, and my Master of Fine Arts is in Media Art & Filmmaking. I'm semi-fluent in Spanish, having studied throughout my academic career followed by a year living in Madrid. ...
Bard College
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater Arts

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Aleena
I am currently an undergraduate student on the pre-dental track. Both my academic and professional experiences have served me well in applying my different skills and my problem-solving abilities, to allow me to address challenges and to achieve results. I am also focused and attentive to detail whe...
Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Robin
As an elementary and special education teacher, I am passionate about learning, and enjoy using fun, multisensory methods to support the needs of diverse students. I have a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and a Masters degree in Special Education from American University. I also have a grad...
American University
Masters, Special Education
American University
Bachelors, Elementary Education

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Patricia
In May, 2015, I graduate from Temple University with a BA in English, completing a degree program begun in 1968. Since I returned to Temple a year ago, I have maintained a straight-A average in all courses. Furthermore, I am honored to receive Temple's Florence Duckworth Award for excellence in scho...
Temple University
Bachelor in Arts, English

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Samia
I love teaching as well as tutoring because it gives me the opportunity to share my passion for learning and transmitting knowledge. I'm currently enrolled in a teacher certification program to teach French K-12, in order to pursue my dream of having an everyday life purpose. I'm not a native speake...
University Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi ouzou
Masters, Vegetal Production
University Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi Ouzou, Algeria
Bachelors, Agriculture

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Matthew
I am a recent graduate of Harvard College. I've been working with middle school and high school age children for the past several years and feel very comfortable communicating with students that age. I was a history major in college, but I'd be happy to help out with middle school and early high sch...
Harvard University
Associates, History

Certified Tutor
5+ years
I am a recent graduate from Mercer University where I majored in Spanish and was Pre-Medicine, minoring in Chemistry and Biology. I love sharing my interest in the Spanish language with others, and after studying in Spain I value the importance of conversational learning. I like to make learning a f...
Mercer University
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Christine
I am a current undergrad at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am a Biological Sciences major, with a pre-pharmacy goal. I tutor math and ACT prep. I enjoy tutoring math because it has always been one of my favorite subjects. I believe that with effort, anyone can reach their academic goals.
University of Illinois at Chicago
Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
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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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