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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

Jill

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jill

Master of Arts, Reading Teacher Education
Jill's other Tutor Subjects
Certified Reading Intervention
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading

I received my Bachelor of Arts from The University of Rhode Island in Elementary Education as well as Marine Affairs. While I was there I was the Foundation Representative of URI Kappa Delta Phi Honor Society and had the honor of being the Alan Shawn Feinstein College of Education commencement speak...

Education

Capella University

Master of Arts, Reading Teacher Education

University of Rhode Island

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Austin

Certified Tutor

Austin

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Austin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry

I am a Dallas native who recently graduated with academic distinction from The University of Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. As an undergraduate I excelled in science courses such as Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology and Physics among others.During my time in colle...

Education

The University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Christean

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christean

Master of Divinity, Theology
Christean's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
American Literature
College English
Elementary School Math

I am grateful for the opportunity to serve students as they seek to better themselves and fortify a path of success for their careers. I make a commitment to every student to be respectful, conscientious, and diligent. It is a privilege to be an asset to your future.

Education

Harding University

Master of Divinity, Theology

Freed-Hardeman University

Bachelor of Science, Bible Studies

Tho

Certified Tutor

Tho

Masters, Elementary Education
Tho's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arithmetic
College Algebra

Graduated from Brown University in Providence, RI, with an A.B. in East Asian Studies with a focus on China & Taiwan. Completed his M.S.Ed. in Elementary Education from PennGSE in Philadelphia, PA. Self-motivated, creative, and passionate young professional seeking to learn and create innovative and...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Masters, Elementary Education

Brown University

Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies

Charelle

Certified Tutor

Charelle

Bachelor in Arts, Biological Sciences
Charelle's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
AP Chemistry

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University, and my Master of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences from UMDNJ (now Rutgers Unversity). My career goal is to become an OB/GYN. I absolutely love Medicine and Science and I love to teach in those areas. I began t...

Education

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Bachelor in Arts, Biological Sciences

Eusha

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Eusha

Master of Science, Biochemistry
Eusha's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

My name is Eusha (pronounced "Yusa"), a 2022 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. At Penn, I majored in physics, minored in chemistry, and pursued the premedical track. Throughout college, I deeply enjoyed studying the natural sciences spanning math, physics, chemistry, and biology and using ...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Master of Science, Biochemistry

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Test Scores
ACT
35
Elisa

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Elisa

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Elisa's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
AP French Language and Culture
AP Spanish Language & Culture

I love to teach the basics of Spanish and French! I have taught as a teaching fellow for a couple of years at the University of Houston, and as a public school teacher for nineteen years. Having raised four children, I know what kind of work it takes after school for students to be successful. Wheth...

Education

University of St Thomas

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Taya

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Taya

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Taya's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
Algebra
American Literature
AP Environmental Science

Teaching is my passion; my greatest joy is sharing that passion with you! It is my pleasure to offer my tutoring services in grades ranging from elementary school through college; subjects including elementary and middle school math, pre-algebra, algebra, Earth sciences, beginner Spanish, and readin...

Education

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Olga

Certified Tutor

Olga

Bachelors, Physics
Olga's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

As a former rhythmic gymnastics trainer for young girls and private tutor, I love to share my skills and knowledge in all areas of my expertise. I understand the patience that comes with explaining problems to or training a student who may have never seen the subject before or has been taught incohe...

Education

CUNY Hunter College

Bachelors, Physics

Test Scores
SAT
1450

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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.

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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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