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Sanda

Certified Tutor

Sanda

Current Grad Student, Esol
Sanda's other Tutor Subjects
1st-2nd Grade Reading
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning
ACT Writing

I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Science of teaching English as a second language at the Babes Bolyai University in Cluj Napoca, Romania. I have an ESOL teacher certification from the state of Florida and also over five years experience of teaching and tutoring in US and Europe. I tutor ESOL a...

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Babes Bolyai

Bachelors, English

Babes Bolyai

Current Grad Student, Esol

Andrew

Certified Tutor

Andrew

PHD, Chemical Engineering
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
Analytical Chemistry
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

I am currently a postdoctoral researcher at Northeastern University in Boston, MA working in cell biology. I have a B.S. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Toledo (2010) and University of Pittsburgh (2016), respectively.My research focus in graduate school was on the surface pr...

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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

PHD, Chemical Engineering

University of Toledo

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering

Marie

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Marie

Masters in Education, Art Teacher Education
Marie's other Tutor Subjects
AP Studio Art: 2-D Design
AP Studio Art: Drawing
Art
Basic Computer Literacy

I am an Artist, Teacher and Mother hoping to connect with students in a variety of Artistic endeavors. I have a Bachelors Degree in Fine Art with a concentration in Graphic Design and Illustration, along with a Masters Degree in Art Education. I am passionate about helping students fulfill their ful...

Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Masters in Education, Art Teacher Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design

Jordan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jordan

Bachelors, Communications
Jordan's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
Geometry
Homework Support

I'm prompt, patient, and come with plenty of experience! In addition to my education and administrative experience, I bring my personal passion for education and connecting with students, engaging parents, and working successfully with other educators and families, which help to make me a successful...

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The University of Memphis

Bachelors, Communications

Ashley

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Ashley

Masters, Secondary English
Ashley's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
English
Essay Editing
High School English

Educator and consultant with several years of teaching and tutoring under my belt. I have gained experience in literacy and social studies from the Chicago Public Schools, Los Angeles Public Schools, and New York City Public Schools. I consider myself a life long learner. I have a master's degree an...

Education

University of Southern California

Masters, Secondary English

University of Chicago

Bachelors, Comparative Race & Ethnic Studies

Charline

Certified Tutor

Charline

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Charline's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Conversational Spanish
Earth Science
Elementary Math

I have been a highly skilled middle school science teacher for the past three years in New York City public schools. This experience enables much familiarity with the standards and curriculums that some students may need help with in all subject areas. After tutoring some students I realized that th...

Education

CUNY Lehman College

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Eduardo

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Eduardo

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Eduardo's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP French Language and Culture
AP Italian Language and Culture

Hi!I'm 27 years old and I have been tutoring for over 5 years now. I have done a little bit of everything when it comes to tutoring/teaching. I was a UTA at UCF for a few semesters, an SI leader for Calculus classes for a couple of years, I have also worked in a number of online platforms where I ha...

Education

Politecnico di Milano - Italy

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Mrinalini

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mrinalini

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology
Mrinalini's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Biology
Biostatistics
Business

I am a doctor-in-training and I believe that every student has their unique style of learning, which requires a unique style of teaching as well. My goal is to ensure every student learns in a way that helps them understand and retain the knowledge better.I believe you understood the material only w...

Education

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology

Andhra Medical College

Bachelor of Science, Premedicine

Test Scores
GRE
309
Zachary

Certified Tutor

Zachary

Bachelor in Arts, History
Zachary's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
AP European History
AP World History
College Level American History

Having attained my bachelors degree in history, I would now like to spend my time on a job that pertains to what I know, and love.I plan on applying to grad schools in the following year, but until then I'd like to know more about pedagogy and historical representation. Tutoring seems like a perfect...

Education

New College of Florida

Bachelor in Arts, History

Jack

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jack

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Jack's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Calculus AB

Being the 2nd oldest of seven children, tutoring has always come naturally. Having completed most of the courses prior to my younger siblings taking them, it was natural to spend time answering their questions and working through problems with them. Having graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in ...

Education

Roger Williams University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1400

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Michele

1st Grade Reading Tutor • +49 Subjects

I have been a middle school Language Arts and Reading teacher in Miami-Dade County for the past 5 years. Additionally, I tutored for 3 years for a professional tutoring company in Coral Gables. I am very familiar with phonics and reading comprehension tutoring techniques. I am comfortable tutoring students of any age and have tutored all ages in the past.I earned my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Visual and Media Arts from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. I originally grew up in Margate City, NJ. I have also lived in Los Angeles, CA for several years and have been living in Miami for the past 9 years.

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Marlene

Business Tutor • +3 Subjects

I have been an HR Professional for more than 20 years and an Educator for over 10 years. I love helping others obtain their goals, and I am confident that I can facilitate students in passing the SHRM-CP as well as being successful in any HR discipline.

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Dr. Veronica

6th Grade AP Language Composition Tutor • +12 Subjects

Dear Student,It is my desire to help you learn more effectively and enjoyably. In all subjects and areas of learning, we gain knowledge and information that aid our ability to think. I look forward to the opportunity to help you on your path to exceptional learning, and to experiencing wealth of knowledge that you have before you.

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Jana

Algebra Tutor • +34 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Houston. I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Houston with a major in Political Science and minor in Accounting and Business Administration. I went on to receive a Juris Doctor degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law graduating with honors. I am now a licensed attorney in the State of Texas. Over the years, I have tutored individuals of all ages through college in the areas of Math and Writing Skills. As a child and through my college years, Math was my favorite subject. In high school, I took honors classes and was able to test out of the first course of calculus so I could begin on the second course when entering college. I have experience teaching students courses such as Algebra and Geometry. In addition, I have extensive experience editing papers and articles as well as helping improve an individual's writing skills. I was an Articles Editor on Law Review and assisted professionals in researching and editing their pieces of work. Furthermore, I authored an article which was published in a a Law Review Journal. I have a passion for assisting others. I believe with determination and hard work you can achieve whatever you put your mind to.

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Christian

AP French Language and Culture Tutor • +14 Subjects

I earned a Bachelor in Spanish and in Sociology at The State University At Albany , and two Certificates of Teaching English as a Second language for tourism in Colombia. I also studied Spanish at Universidad de Costa Rica. In addition, I received intensive orientation and pedagogical training in the city of Bogota under the instruction of renowned teacher-training institute NICA (Institucin Universitaria Colombo Americana) .I have taught Spanish and French at the High School level. I also offered Haitian Creole , English, Spanish and French in small groups and online. I independently planned and taught ESL classes to tourism service providers in Cartagena, Colombia.In my classes, I will share my culture with you and I will enjoy learning from your culture also. I am persistent and I will always try to give you extra help outside of class if it's needed. Being able to help someone, sharing knowledge with an individual and seeing the progress made by my students make me love tutoring.Passionate about teaching I have traveled extensively, tutoring high school , college students and adults in Haiti, Costa Rica and in Colombia for the Travel For Change program; adults and young people looking to improve their language skills ; While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Haitian Creole, Spanish, culture and History. In my spare time, I enjoy listening to Soca , dancing , playing soccer, learning new languages , watching anime, traveling when I can and I would like to start with zumba.

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Jade

College English Tutor • +12 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of a Vermont University. Now in NYC, I'm here with Varsity Tutors to continue working in the teaching realm with students of all ages.I have two years of elementary-level teaching experience, two years experiencing working as a social-emotional learning aide, and I hold a bachelors degree in Psychology.I do enjoy tutoring and teaching most subjects; however, I am most passionate about psychology, English, writing, and the arts.I think one of the most important aspects of education is that you need to have fun while you're learning. My perspective on this is that you can't learn without being actively engaged, enjoying yourself, and ultimately, having fun! From my experience, students learn best when their tutoring sessions are personally tailored to their learning style and interests.

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Karista

10th Grade AP Biology Tutor • +61 Subjects

I finished my PhD in Environmental Science in 2020 (at the Univ. of Windsor in Ontario, Canada), and completed a postdoc at ETH in Zurich, Switzerland. I am now an independent contractor and science writer. Some of my work is on my website, www.karistahudelson.com. I am passionate about education and truly enjoy helping students with science and math courses. I have tutored for undergraduate level chemistry, algebra, and biology courses and taught undergraduate level environmental science, biology, genetics, and molecular biology laboratory sections.

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Rashed

Algebra Tutor • +5 Subjects

Welcome to my innovative and collaborative tutoring hub!

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Lettie

Biology Tutor • +4 Subjects

I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of WI- Stevens Point. I plan on pursuing a Master in Science in Public Health Research. I enjoy using critical thinking skills with students as well as catering to personal learning styles. I was a Teacher's Assistant for two semesters in high school for the class Anatomy and Physiology. I have also had the wonderful opportunity to tutor in Biology and Math throughout my college career.

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Adaliss

Accompaniment Tutor • +30 Subjects

I am a classroom instructor, one-on-one tutor, and academic coach with over a decade of experience working with elementary age students (K-6), undergraduate and graduate students in the Northeast and on the West Coast and across seas. I look forward to working with you to achieve your academic, personal and professional goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you prepare. Many students see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks of regular tutoring, especially when they identify and target weak areas early. The most significant improvements typically come from understanding question formats, building test-specific strategies, and practicing under timed conditions—all areas where personalized instruction makes a real difference.

Your tutor will help you establish a realistic timeline based on a diagnostic assessment, then track progress with regular practice tests to keep you on pace.

Students often find different sections challenging depending on their strengths. The verbal reasoning section trips up students who haven't seen abstract logic patterns before, while the non-verbal reasoning section requires spatial visualization skills that benefit greatly from guided practice. Mathematics challenges those unfamiliar with problem-solving under time pressure, and English comprehension requires both reading speed and careful attention to detail.

A good tutor will diagnose which sections are holding you back and focus practice on those areas while maintaining your strengths—rather than treating everything equally.

Pacing is one of the most learnable skills for the Eleven Plus. Tutors teach strategies like: identifying easier questions to build confidence early, flagging harder questions to revisit if time allows, and practicing with strict time limits so the pace becomes automatic rather than stressful. Many students lose points simply by spending too long on one question instead of moving forward.

Regular timed practice tests are essential—they build the stamina and rhythm you need, so exam day doesn't feel like your first experience working under pressure.

Each question type has its own logic and tricks. Verbal reasoning has different patterns (analogies, classifications, sequences), non-verbal reasoning has shape rotations and codes, and mathematics has standard problems plus word problems. Understanding the format is step one—knowing what the question is actually asking—but step two is practicing the fastest way to solve it.

A tutor will walk you through the specific question types used in your exam board (whether that's GL Assessment, CEM, or other), show you common traps, and build your confidence so you recognize patterns quickly on test day.

A diagnostic practice test is your starting point. Taking a full mock exam under timed conditions shows you which sections and question types drain your score. Don't guess on this—you want real data, not just a feeling about what's hard.

From there, a tutor can break down your results section by section to spot patterns: Are you making careless mistakes under pressure? Do you understand the concepts but struggle with the wording? Is it a speed issue or a comprehension issue? Each diagnosis points to a different fix, so you're not wasting time on problems you've already mastered.

Test anxiety often stems from two things: unfamiliarity with the format and uncertainty about whether you can perform under pressure. Personalized tutoring tackles both. You practice the exact question types repeatedly until they feel routine, and you take timed mock exams so test day isn't your first experience with pressure.

As you see your practice scores improve and recognize patterns you've studied, confidence builds naturally. Your tutor can also teach specific strategies—like how to manage difficult questions without spiraling—so you feel prepared and in control when exam day arrives.

Most students benefit from 4-6 weeks of focused preparation, though this varies based on your starting level and target score. A typical schedule includes 1-2 hours of tutoring per week plus independent practice—roughly 3-5 hours total per week depending on how much you need to catch up.

The key isn't marathon sessions; it's consistent, focused practice. Your tutor will design a schedule that fits your school commitments, identify which topics need the most attention, and adjust as you progress. Regular short practice sessions actually build stronger skills than cramming, and you'll stay motivated when you can see steady improvement week to week.

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