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5+ years
Devansh
I am an undergraduate student at Stonybrook University. I am a biology major on the pre-medicine track. I recently graduated from high school with an advanced diploma in Math and Science, achieving a 95+ score in all regents tests. I have tutored students at my temple and at my high school. Even tho...
Stony Brook University
Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Katie
I am a working artist with over ten years of professional experience, on top of teaching in several different capacities for seven of them. I love working with students on a one-on-one basis, and use a warm, humorous approach to put students at ease and take the pressure off them so that they can le...
The University of New Mexico
Bachelors, Studio Art
The California Institute of The Arts - Masters, Theatre
Design and Production

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Carlos
Hello, My name is Carlos! I'm currently an aerospace engineering student who is motivated to teach math and science to younger generations. I enjoy solving problems because I've learned that any complex problem is many simple parts put to together. In my free time, I play video games, workout, hang ...
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jaimie
I have a passion for English and a love for teaching and educating students. It brings me great joy to be able to inspire and impact the lives of others so that they may grow stronger.As of December 16, 2016, I will have earned my master's degree in Middle Childhood and Adolescent English Education....
Long Island University-Westchester Campus
Masters, Adolescent and Middle Childhood English Education
University of North Texas
Bachelors, Literature

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Jeffrey
I studied film as an undergraduate at the University of Iowa. My love of the arts took me to California where I worked for the San Francisco Jazz Festival, a literary magazine, and an online greeting card company. I moved to Japan to teach English and stayed for three years, smitten by living overse...
Campbell University
Masters in Education, English State Certified Teacher
University of Iowa
Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications

Certified Tutor
I have been teaching private and group lessons since 2001. I have loved helping my students in creating a life long love of the Spanish language and culture, in promoting interest in the subject by doing interactive learning activities, and in facilitating positive comprehension of the outstanding b...
Florida Atlantic University
Masters, Spanish
Human Resources
Bachelors, Industrial Relations

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Blake
Born and raised in Houston for the first 18 years of my life, I've returned home after graduating from Washington University in St. Louis with a Chemical Engineering degree to pursue graduate studies at Rice. While in St. Louis, I had the opportunity to tutor 1st, 4th, and 5th graders struggling wit...
Washington University in St Louis
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Christopher
My name is Chris, EMT-Paramedic, Ph.D. and I teach the CTE-Public Safety courses in high school. In addition, I teach the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) and the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) programs at Athens Drive Magnet High School.Both the EMR and EMT programs are challenging, both acade...
Christian Life School of Theology
Master of Divinity, Theology
JCC
Associate in Science, Emergency Medical Technology

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Miguel
There are many wonderful views and thoughts on the benefits of education that spark inspiration and motivation. At this moment, the one I would like to share with you is from the late, critically acclaimed filmmaker Stanley Kubrick:"I think the big mistake in schools is trying to teach anything by u...
Lamar University
Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Howard University
Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Ben
I believe that no one should struggle through the learning process and that even the most difficult subjects can be made fun with a bit of perspective! I hold a Master's in biology and have taught in a university setting for STEM related subjects, I've also taught English! I really enjoy teaching an...
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Master of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Texas State University-San Marcos
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
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I am a teacher who is certified in all core subjects for grades 4 through 8, Special Education, and English as a Second Language. I am eager for the opportunity to tutor you or your student, because I feel that small group instruction is the single best tool in increasing understanding. I love lesson design and as your tutor, I will be sure to work with you to create lessons that you find both engaging and effective.I have taught in Houston for the past three years. Prior to becoming an educator, I worked at an educational outreach program that promotes literacy throughout the greater Houston community and I was a teaching assistant for PSYC 101 at Rice. These varied experiences have given me a holistic approach when it comes to tackling misunderstandings and ensuring that all students feel confident, valued, and successful.Please feel free to reach out to me if you would like any additional information about my teaching style or qualifications. I look forward to working with you!
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I am a current undergraduate student at Northeastern University in Boston, MA, pursuing a double major in International Affairs and Business with minors in Spanish and Global Social Entrepreneurship. Before college, I attended the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts, "one of sixteen public, residential high schools in the country specializing in the education of gifted and talented students who have an interest and aptitude for mathematics and science."For the past two years, I've served as an Honors Mentor and Resident Assistant. Additionally, I've served over 400 hours of community service in that time; I've taught English in Nicaragua and Ecuador, worked with bilingual students at the Hurley K-8 school, and have done extensive work with America Scores, a development program for at-risk youth.I'm most passionate about math (from elementary math to Algebra 2 mainly) and English (specifically grammar, mechanics, editing, etc.); thus, those are the subjects which I most frequently tutor. Having recently taken and done well on many standardized tests, I also enjoy helping students prepare for such exams as SAT, PSAT, ACT, etc.Outside of academia, I spend the majority of my time attending musicals and concerts, running, and traveling the world (30 countries and counting!).
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I am a master educator with 20 years of teaching experience in public schools of Texas. I have a masters degree in Physics from university of Allahabad, India. I have an undergrad degree in Physics, Mathematics and Statistics from the university of Allahabad, India. I have been teaching and tutoring high school students in person for more than 10 years. I am also certified AP Physics and AP chemistry teacher. I did the online certification when the pandemic COVID 19 started and have been teaching students online globally since 2019. I have a passion for teaching. Academic excellence and building student teacher relationship for success is my experti in this profession. I build my lessons according to the needs of the student. My students have been very successful in their course. The students and their parents have given good reviews to me, they feel that I have raised the confidence level of their child in the subject.
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I am a current graduate student at Marquette University studying to earn a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. I previously graduated from Southern Methodist University (SMU) with a B.A. in Psychology (with Distinction) and Sociology. While attending SMU, I worked as a tutor for high school and college students in the Dallas area. Prior to college, I also had the opportunity to tutor students in elementary, middle, and high school, while I attended high-school in California. The primary subjects I tutor include mathematics, psychology, and sociology, as well as help with study skills and test preparation. I also tutor students for the SAT math, GRE Quantitative, GRE Analytical Writing sections.I really enjoy all of these subjects equally so my ultimate goal is to create an individualized and enjoyable learning environment that fits each student's style in order to promote the most success. Each and every type of successful experience builds an individual's confidence, which will further motivate a student to learn more challenging concepts and subjects. I truly believe that every student has the ability to learn and be successful, which requires the right approach to the material and dedication to master the small goals in order to conquer the larger goal.In my free time I enjoy outdoor activities, such as bike riding, walking trails, and horseback riding. I also enjoy cooking and baking, reading mystery novels, and trying new coffee shops and restaurants.
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Ligia
College English Tutor • +18 Subjects
I obtained my Bachelors Degree at Florida International University, where I majored in Economics and minored in Marketing.I have been tutoring since I lived back in Venezuela, where I was an assistant tutor to the after school program at my school. When I came back to Miami, I began peer to peer tutoring at Miami Dade College and Florida International University. I have worked with students individually from all different age ranges.I tutor Elementary math, reading, writing, economics, and Spanish. I cater my classes to my students. Each session is unique depending on what subject they are covering, what they know, and what gaps they may have. I try to use examples and explain as simply as possible so they can grasp the main idea.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most students see meaningful improvements within 4-8 weeks of consistent tutoring, though the timeline depends on your starting point and how frequently you meet. Students who work with tutors 1-2 times per week and complete practice assignments between sessions typically gain 10-20 percentage points. The key is focusing on your specific weak areas—whether that's reading comprehension strategies, essay structure, or grammar mechanics—rather than trying to improve everything at once.
Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliar question formats or uncertainty about timing. Working with a tutor helps you build confidence through repeated exposure to actual REGENTS questions and timed practice tests. A tutor can also teach you specific strategies like previewing passages before detailed reading, budgeting time for each section, and identifying when to spend more time versus when to move forward. Knowing exactly what to expect on test day significantly reduces anxiety.
Reading comprehension focuses on understanding what the text explicitly states—identifying main ideas, supporting details, and the author's purpose. Literary analysis goes deeper, asking you to evaluate how techniques like imagery, tone, and symbolism create meaning. Many students struggle with literary analysis because it requires more inference and textual evidence. A tutor can help you move beyond surface-level reading by teaching you how to annotate texts, identify literary devices, and connect those devices to theme—skills that transfer across both sections.
The essay is a significant portion of your score, and many students lose points due to weak organization, insufficient textual evidence, or unclear thesis statements. Regular practice with a tutor allows you to receive specific feedback on areas like paragraph structure, thesis development, and how to integrate quotes effectively. Rather than just writing essays and waiting for feedback, working through revisions with a tutor helps you internalize the elements of strong REGENTS writing—clarity, evidence-based arguments, and proper analysis—before test day.
The best tutors have deep familiarity with REGENTS question formats and scoring rubrics, so they can pinpoint exactly why you missed a question and how to approach similar ones differently. They should also tailor their approach to your learning style—some students benefit from direct grammar instruction, while others need strategy coaching for reading speed and comprehension. Look for someone who uses official REGENTS practice materials and can explain not just the right answer, but why other choices are traps. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who specialize in REGENTS preparation and understand the specific challenges students face.
Taking at least 2-3 full, timed practice tests under realistic conditions is essential for identifying patterns in your mistakes and building test-day stamina. After each practice test, work with your tutor to analyze not just the questions you missed, but your pacing and decision-making process. Some students rush through and miss easy details; others spend too much time on difficult passages. By the second or third practice test, you should notice improvements in both accuracy and confidence with timing. This data-driven approach is much more effective than studying random topics.
Absolutely. Many students understand the material but lose points because they misread questions, fall for distractors, or don't recognize the difference between a good answer and the best answer. A tutor can teach you strategic reading techniques—like identifying what the question is actually asking before looking at choices, using process of elimination, and recognizing common REGENTS trap answers. Over several sessions, these strategies become automatic, and you'll approach multiple-choice sections with more confidence and accuracy.
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