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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

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6+ years
Mark
Educating students is like a dream come true for me; I have been avidly involved in the education field for a few years now and it is my passion to not only teach but to learn from teaching. In order to teach students, I believe patience, understanding, and resolve are all important in assisting stu...
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

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My view about tutoring is that all students are capable of achieving their goals in mathematics. I think that one-on-one sessions are invaluable to students struggling in a classroom environment. Sometimes teachers do not have the time to give sufficient personalized attention, the way a qualified t...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Mathematics

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David
I am a graduate of the University of Central Florida where I earned my Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Mathematics Education. My tutoring experience is extensive spanning over 25 years and including subjects ranging from Middle School Mathematics through Calculus. In addition, I...
University of Central Florida
Masters in Education, Mathematics Education
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Education

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Dennis
I believe teaching and learning are a combination of factors that come together to help people better themselves on a daily basis. Hard work, creativity, helping others, goal setting, and connecting to one's own personal struggles and triumphs are integral to giving the teacher and student a chance ...
Saint Catharine College
Master of Arts, Education
Beloit College
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

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10+ years
Leonid
As an experienced Math professor, my goal is to help my students develop a deep understanding and appreciation for Mathematics. I believe that everyone has the ability to excel in Math, and my role is to help my students unlock their potential and achieve their goals.My approach to tutoring is tailo...
Bucharest Academy of Economics
Masters in Business Administration, International Business
Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest, Romania
Bachelor of Science, Avionics Maintenance Technology

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5+ years
Kamela
I am a Spanish Master's Graduate student who has taught Spanish to Auburn University students in my second year of the program as an instructor of record. I taught classes of 20-30 students diligently, making sure they were ready to continue their Spanish major/ minor in college.I have an extensive ...
College of the Holy Cross
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Auburn University
Diploma, Spanish

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I have had trouble finding what I really enjoy doing. I've always enjoyed doing math, and I thought I would want to be a teacher, in a nice school, with a nice class of students, but the big groups are not for me. I much prefer that the one on one style of teaching. I've been doing tutoring since ea...
Metropolitan Community College Kansas City Missouri
Associates, Arts

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Shayan
I am a student of Finance and Accounting at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Teaching is one of my passions and I am excited to help students out on Varsity Tutors.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance

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Sonya
I graduated college with a degree in sociology with a concentration in criminal justice. I didn't know if I would find a job teaching upon graduation, but I find one and I absolutely love it! I currently work in a 7th/8th grade Montessori classroom teaching math and science. I wholeheartedly believe...
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science, Sociology
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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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