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Kyle

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kyle

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Kyle's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
AP Spanish Literature and Culture
Biology
College Biology

I'm a senior working towards B.S. in Biology, secondary major in Spanish, and minors in chemistry and bioethics at Case Western Reserve University. I'm originally from Naperville, IL, and attended Neuqua Valley and IMSA. I have several years of tutoring experience with high school students in biolog...

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Case Western Reserve University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Eamonn

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Eamonn

Master of Science, Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
Eamonn's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus BC
AP Physics 1

I am a highly motivated, PhD physics student with a very strong background in mathematics and physics. I have plenty of experience as a tutor, helping students at both the high school and university level.As a tutor, I try to not only instruct students how to do the problem that they are struggling ...

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Utrecht University

Master of Science, Theoretical and Mathematical Physics

Trinity College Dublin

Bachelor of Science, Theoretical and Mathematical Physics

Candace

Certified Tutor

Candace

Master of Science, Mathematics
Candace's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
Calculus 2

I am a graduate of Clemson University, where I earned a Master of Science degree in Mathematics. I take a student centered and inquiry-based approach, and over the past 6 years, I have helped so many students achieve their academic goals. While I have experience tutoring middle school through colleg...

Education

Clemson University

Master of Science, Mathematics

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Sarah

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sarah

Current Grad Student, Foreign Language Teacher Education
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Spanish 1

Buenos das! I am a native of Nashville, TN, and I received my B.A. in Spanish at Belmont University. I spent my junior year studying abroad in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, which was one of the greatest cultural and linguistic experiences of my life! I have been teaching Spanish since 2014, and I a...

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Belmont University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

University of Georgia

Current Grad Student, Foreign Language Teacher Education

Kris

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Kris

Bachelor in Arts, History
Kris's other Tutor Subjects
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP European History
AP Human Geography
AP U.S. Government & Politics

I have a Masters in History with a specialization in Asian History focusing on Japan and China. I have a wide variety of experiences and am very well traveled. I have worked in an educational setting for over 3 years and have served as a tutor in various capacities throughout my career. I have prove...

Education

Florida State University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Emily

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Emily

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
College Application Essays

I taught English and creative writing for several years during my graduate work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, including first-year English writing courses. I am passionate about helping students of all ages improve their writing skills. I love leading students through the writing process t...

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor in Arts, Romance Languages

Lynn

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Lynn

Masters in Education, Education
Lynn's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
American Literature
College English
College Level American Literature

I am a certified English teacher for grades 6-12 with a Masters degree in English Education from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelors degree in English Literature and Writing from Sewanee the University of the South. I have taught in both Tennessee and Georgia public middle schools to diverse stude...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Education

Sewanee-The University of the South

Bachelor in Arts, English

Ronald

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Ronald

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
Ronald's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
Business

I have always enjoyed helping others unlock their understanding of the world around them in ways that are constructive and fun. Learning anything is about associating new information with the construct that is already understood. My task is to make the transition as efficient as possible.

Education

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management

Gyeongsang National University

Diploma, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Matthew

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Matthew

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus

I'm a Mechanical Engineer working in the automotive industry. Throughout my high school and college career, I've been tutoring math and physics. I always strive to help my students become the best versions of themselves.

Education

Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530
GRE
330
Tonia

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Tonia

PHD, Medicine (MD)
Tonia's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
Cell Biology
CLEP Prep

I received an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a focus in Neuroscience from Hunter College in Manhattan, New York. After college I went to medical school and received an MD from SUNY Upstate in New York. My favorite subjects to tutor are neuroscience, neurophysiology (I love the brain!), biol...

Education

Upstate Medical University

PHD, Medicine (MD)

CUNY Hunter College

Bachelors, Psychology

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Wendy

Algebra Tutor • +22 Subjects

I was volunteered in high school to tutor math on my lunch breaks by my precalculus teacher. The students that I tutored told me that I explained math better than their teachers and it was a great feeling.I pursued my degree in Secondary Mathematics and taught Junior High School math when I was certified. While pursuing my degree in teaching students with learning disabilities, I co-taught the first grade at a Montessori school. Currently I work for a private company that pushes me into title one schools in Harlem to help them with HIgh School Math courses to prep for the common core exams. I also work for publicly funded programs as a third grade teacher.Teaching is the most rewarding profession become my students' success becomes a part of my own success story.

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Digby

ACT Math Tutor • +15 Subjects

I taught AP & IB Physics for six years in the late 90's, with exceptional success for my students on all AP and IB exams. I've also taught regular physics (as opposed to college prep). And I taught Algebra 1 through Calculus in rural Louisiana through the Teach For America program before I got licensed to teach physics. These and other teaching jobs involved quite a bit of one-on-one work with students.Even though I was known for guiding my students to good results on the AP and IB physics tests, that wasn't what mattered most to me. I wanted to share my excitement and love for math and physics. The most important results for me were seeing students get excited about physics, and start doing their own exploring. Test scores come and go, but attitude and enthusiasm are forever.

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Cynthia

Elementary School Math Tutor • +7 Subjects

I have been an educator and sports coach for over nine years. I have taught in elementary, middle, and high schools. I continue to coach girls soccer at the varsity level. I have just finished my master's degree in Educational Administration and will begin my doctorate degree in sports administration.

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Oreoluwa

College English Tutor • +12 Subjects

I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals and pursuits through proven study strategies. I attended Iowa State University and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Chemical Engineering. While in college, I worked with middle school aged students in the Science Bound program with STEM related subjects. I also have worked with high school students at my church with college preparatory classes and ACT prep. While I tutor different subjects, I am most passionate about English, French, and Reading. My philosophy towards learning is never give up. We all can learn something new! It is only a matter of understanding which learning method works best for each individual learner and ascertaining the skill-sets needed.In my experience helping students , I have developed proven study tips and strategies that have helped my students achieve their academic goals. In my free time, I enjoy travel especially to Europe. I hope to one day say I have visited all of the continents except of course Antarctica. I also enjoy playing tennis and spending time with friends and family.

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Alexandra

Algebra Tutor • +48 Subjects

I am a current high school science teacher, but I've taught it all! If you're looking for a STEM tutor, look no further. I have experience teaching science and math to ages 5 and older. My tutoring style is adaptive to the student; I have tutored people who need to work more on their own and some who need a more hands-on approach. I want to make tutoring a positive experience and help each student become the best they can be. I am here to turn weak subjects into favorite subjects!

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Jacob

ACT Prep Tutor • +56 Subjects

I am eager to help students thrive because I'm still very much a student myself, and will be for the foreseeable future. Though I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate student in Literature, and learned quite a bit during my time at Vanderbilt, there's still more work to be done. I am working towards a Master's degree, and will continue on from there.Though I am more than happy to help where needed anywhere from K-12, I am most experienced with test prep tutoring. The SAT and ACT tests can be an extremely stressful event for students, especially first time test-takers, so I do my best to go beyond the material covered by the tests and prepare students for the experience of taking the test itself, so that when the day comes, they are confident and prepared to tackle whatever challenges rise up before them.The way that I teach generally falls in line with the way that I learn best myself: discussion and collaborative explanation. When approaching difficult material, lecturing at a student leaves much to be desired. I aim to help them arrive at conclusions and realizations on their own by building on material with which they are already comfortable and confident, and working together towards a solution rather than giving the answer and expecting it to simply be memorized.Outside of academic pursuits, I enjoy many creatively-focused hobbies, primarily writing, acting, and even juggling! I am thankful for the opportunity in my time at Vanderbilt to combine all three into an annual show that not only brought smiles to the faces of a campus, but had the chance to reach out into the Nashville community and make a difference.

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Andrew

ACT Writing Tutor • +39 Subjects

I am a tutor of mathematics and science located in Newnan, GA just south of Atlanta. If you are close enough we can meet in person otherwise online is perfectly fine.I have an undergraduate degree in physics and a master's in education. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring mathematics and science at both the secondary and college levels.I have taught in China and Vietnam and I have a TEFL certification so I am very comfortable with English Language Learners.I can tutor physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics at all levels including statistics.I look forward to working with you.

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Uma

ACT Prep Tutor • +63 Subjects

I have graduated from Rice University and will be starting medical school at Virginia Tech Carilion this fall (2022). In my gap year, I was a research enrollment analyst at Baylor Scott and White Health in Texas working at the cardiology department. I have a keen interest in pediatrics and oncology. I have extensive experience tutoring, as a third year intern at Girlstart, a nonprofit organization aimed towards educating young girls in STEM subjects in order to reduce the gender gap seen in corporate America. I am most passionate about biology and chemistry. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students.

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Rachel

AP Macroeconomics Tutor • +10 Subjects

Current Graduate Assistant in Economics. Helping students increase test taking efficiency and improve Econ scores! I help students understand Economics and apply it in their studies and in their lives.

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Meredith

College English Tutor • +19 Subjects

I completed my undergraduate degree at Mount Holyoke College, my Masters degree with honors at the London School of Economics, and my Juris Doctor at New York Law School. I'm a licensed attorney in New York State and available to tutor on the weekends. I have helped my students raise their SAT verbal scores over 200 points. I believe that every student can succeed. I create an individualized program for my students to ensure success. Since I have spent many years in higher education, I understand that patience, humor, and encouragement are all essential ingredients in achieving academic goals. I look forward to working with you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Elementary students often struggle with foundational skills that compound over time if not addressed early. The most frequent challenges include reading fluency and comprehension, basic math operations and word problem-solving, writing mechanics (spelling, grammar, sentence structure), and staying focused during independent work. Additionally, many students struggle with social-emotional skills like self-regulation, following multi-step directions, and building confidence when facing academic difficulty. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction can target these specific gaps before they create larger learning obstacles in middle and high school.

In a classroom of 20-30 students, teachers must pace instruction for the middle of the class, which means some students move too fast while others fall behind. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to adjust the pace, teaching style, and content depth to match exactly where a student is—not where the grade level assumes they should be. Tutors can spend extra time on conceptual understanding, provide immediate feedback, and choose examples and practice activities that match the student's interests and learning style. Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows it significantly accelerates learning compared to group settings.

The best tutors for elementary students combine subject expertise with experience working with younger learners' developmental needs. Look for tutors who have formal education training, teaching experience, or extensive tutoring background with elementary-age children. They should understand grade-level standards and how skills build sequentially (for example, how phonics foundations lead to reading fluency). Additionally, strong elementary tutors are patient, skilled at breaking down complex concepts into simple steps, and able to keep students engaged and motivated. Varsity Tutors connects you with vetted tutors who meet these criteria and can work with your child's specific grade level and learning style.

Effective elementary tutors work in partnership with classroom teachers and stay aligned with your child's grade-level curriculum and standards. Before starting, tutors should ask about your child's current curriculum (textbooks, units being studied), recent assessments, and specific areas your teacher identified for improvement. This allows them to reinforce what's being taught in class while filling specific gaps and providing targeted practice. Many tutors also understand Common Core or state-specific standards so they can ensure skill-building aligns with grade-level expectations. Regular communication with you and your child's teacher helps tutors stay on track and celebrate progress.

Measurable outcomes depend on the starting point and focus area, but parents typically see improvement in 4-8 weeks of consistent tutoring. This might include higher test scores and grades, increased reading fluency (reading more words per minute with better comprehension), improved math fact accuracy and problem-solving speed, or stronger writing samples with fewer mechanical errors. Beyond academics, students often gain confidence, develop better study habits, and show greater independence in tackling challenging work. Setting clear goals with your tutor at the start—whether improving a specific subject, preparing for standardized tests, or building foundational skills—helps track progress over time.

Elementary education is uniquely important because skills are sequential—struggling with basic addition in 2nd grade can make multi-digit operations difficult in 3rd and 4th grade, or struggling with phonics can lead to reading comprehension problems later. Early intervention through tutoring catches these gaps before they compound and become much harder to address. When students get targeted help on foundational skills, they're more likely to keep pace with their grade level, feel confident participating in class, and avoid the frustration and disengagement that often comes from falling behind. Starting tutoring early—even for 30-45 minute sessions—can prevent the need for more intensive intervention later.

Frequency depends on the severity of the gap and your goals, but most students benefit from consistent, regular tutoring. Many families start with 1-2 sessions per week of 45-60 minutes each, which provides enough frequency to build momentum and reinforce skills between sessions. For significant gaps or intensive test preparation, 2-3 sessions weekly may be recommended. It's better to have consistent, frequent sessions over several months than sporadic cramming. Your tutor can recommend the right frequency based on your child's starting level, learning pace, and specific goals—and this can be adjusted as progress is made.

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