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Linford

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Linford

MDV
Linford's other Tutor Subjects
PSAT Writing Skills
SSAT- Upper Level
SAT Reading
ACT English

I am a committed mentor and scholar passionate about enabling students to meet and exceed their learning goals. With Masters degrees from Northwestern and Yale, I have experience tutoring students from diverse backgrounds in Israel/Palestine and across the United States. My favorite subjects to tuto...

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Yale University

MDV

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

MDV

Nico

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Nico

AB
Nico's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math

I'm a student at Yale University majoring in both Economics and Global Affairs. Over the past 4 years, I am lucky to have worked with students of all ages and helped them reach their full potential. I offer tutoring services in all subjects, and I'm particularly interested in English, Economics, Go...

Education

Yale University

AB

Brooke

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Brooke

Bachelor
Brooke's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

Hi! I'm a student currently studying Government at Harvard, and I'm really looking forward to getting to work with you. I have experience tutoring high school students in a number of subjects, including math (Algebra 2 and Precalculus), English, History, and Spanish. I also have helped students writ...

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Harvard University

Bachelor

Zoe

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Zoe

MED
Zoe's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science
Phonics
Essay Editing

Hello, I hold two soon-to-be three Ivy League degrees, an undergrad and graduate degree from the University of Pennslyvania and I am currently getting a second Masters from Harvard in Education Leadership. I know what it takes to write an essay or application to get into your dream school and specia...

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Harvard University

MED

University of Pennsylvania

MED

Aaron

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Aaron

AB
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Middle School Math
Elementary School Math
PSAT Writing Skills

I am a recent college graduate with an A.B. in Education Studies from Brown University (Providence, RI). I have worked as a remote tutor for other online platforms throughout 2021. I am most passionate about English, especially literary analysis and essay writing. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy exe...

Education

Brown University

AB

Dia

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Dia

Bachelor
Dia's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Algebra
Elementary School Math

As a current freshman at Rice University studying Biochemistry and Finance, I've developed the skills and knowledge needed to situate myself in our world today. From a young age, I've always wanted to learn more. My academic journey, however, had its challenges. The expectations at my competitive h...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor

Juliana

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Juliana

Bachelor
Juliana's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a student at Yale University and am currently planning on majoring in neuroscience with concentrations in the history of medicine and public health. I tutored a variety of subjects in high school with students K-12. I am most passionate about science and math, but I also have a strong backgroun...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor

Maham

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Maham

BS
Maham's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am currently an undergraduate student at Rice University pursuing a bachelor of science in biochemistry and cell biology on the pre-med track. One of my most memorable experiences in the medical field has been working as a research intern at Texas Children's Hospital and collaborating with genetic...

Education

Rice University

BS

Alexander

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alexander

AM
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
Algebra
Discrete Math
Physics

I've been a university professor for the past five years and have been tutoring for as long as I can remember. I began tutoring informally while I was still in high school, helping friends get ready for their SATs, helping them with assignments. I realized quickly that I was suddenly helping half ...

Education

Long Island University-C W Post Campus

AM

Stony Brook University

AM

Zane

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Zane

MS
Zane's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4

Everybody learns, and everybody learns differently. The importance of pedagogy, the practice of teaching, cannot be overstated. It is not enough to share knowledge; knowledge must be communicated. This is the philosophy by which I have tutored and by which I currently tutor. With 4th grade students ...

Education

Vanderbilt University

MS

University of Nevada-Reno

MS

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Sara

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +45 Subjects

I am currently an Honors college student majoring in pre-med psychology with a goal of going into psychiatry or clinical psychology! I have about two years of professional tutoring experience, and I am currently teaching a handful of students. I took 14 AP classes in high school, earning college credit and high grades for all of them, most notably a 5 on AP English Lang and a 4 on AP Calculus AB. I genuinely enjoy teaching, and I would love nothing more than to see my students succeed.

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Kiran

Middle School Math Tutor • +62 Subjects

I graduated from University of Houston with a bachelors in business management and entrepreneurship, and a minor in French. Throughout high school, I was a teacher's assistant for math and English and a peer mentor for students in all subjects. Since graduating, I have tutored private clients for standardized tests, such as the ACT and GRE. In addition to one-on-one tutoring, I have also tutored small groups of kids around my neighborhood. I enjoy helping students improve in all academic subjects and I am adept at creating study materials in a variety of subjects to improve students test scores and GPAs. As an enthusiastic tutor, I am dedicated to making sure that all of my sessions are enjoyable, engaging, and interesting. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing volleyball, and spending time with my puppy outdoors. I am very excited to be a tutor and I look forward to helping students come to love the act of learning!

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Etinosa

Cell Biology Tutor • +34 Subjects

I graduated with a B.A from Cornell University and majored in biology (premed) with a concentration in genetics. I am currently 2nd year medical student at DUCOM and am passionate about biology, biochemistry and English. I understand the struggle of memorising small details and struggling to understand the big picture conceptually. I look forward to working with students struggling with stem courses

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Michael

ACT Writing Tutor • +10 Subjects

I'm a 25 year old based in NYC. I'm currently an adjunct instructor for the capstone biodesign course for the Master's in Translational Medicine graduate program at the City College of New York. I have experience tutoring through Olympia Prep, an Oklahoma City-based college test prep company, as well as teaching and mentoring experience as an MTM fellow and instructor for the master's program I attended. I graduated with a Master's in Translational Medicine from the City College of New York in Fall 2020 and a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering with a focus in biotechnology from the University of Oklahoma in Spring 2018. I previously worked as an associate product manager with a mental health technology startup and before that as a research technician at EyeCRO, a pharmaceutical company based in Oklahoma City. I really enjoy helping students out and serving as a personable, easygoing mentor. Outside of that, I love music and DJing/producing, building community and hosting events, being involved in justice activism, going to concerts, keeping up with the latest in art and fashion, and experiencing new cultures through traveling.

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Amanda

PSAT Writing Skills Tutor • +63 Subjects

As a reading and writing tutor, I have experience working with students from middle school to graduate programs. Through our sessions, my students have earned As on difficult essays, raised their overall class grades, improved their SAT scores, gained admission to top universities, and built their confidence as writers, readers, and thinkers. As a tutor, I make sure to foster an encouraging, patient, and flexible learning environment in my sessions, adapting to each student's particular needs, personality, and sense of humor. Whether a learner is a top-scoring perfectionist with a fear of failure or a struggling student who believes they cannot succeed, we can work together to meet their goals and improve their relationship with learning! I completed my bachelor's degree in English at Kenyon College, where I graduated summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, and with high honors. During my third year, I studied abroad for two terms at the University of Oxford, where I experienced the benefits of their one-on-one tutorial system firsthand. I also earned perfect scores on the verbal sections of both the SAT and the GRE. I tutor a wide range of subjects. Among my areas of expertise are English literature, critical reading/verbal reasoning, college application essays, test prep, and creative writing. Outside of tutoring, my personal interests include reading, writing, drawing/painting, horseback riding, and playing with my two cats.

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Tallulah

Middle School Math Tutor • +59 Subjects

I recently graduated from Northwestern University with a BA in Communications and a minor in Business. Since 2020, I have had the privilege of tutoring students of all ages, forming meaningful connections that I deeply cherish. While I tutor a diverse array of subjects, my passions lie in Math, English, and Writing. I also love helping students with college admissions! I firmly believe that learning should be an enjoyable and enriching experience for everyone, so I strive to make each tutoring session unique and engaging.

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Stephanie

Essay Editing Tutor • +24 Subjects

I have found purpose in tutoring for as long as I can remember. It's meaningful to partner with others to solve problems together. I believe in providing trauma informed and customized learning sessions for diverse students.

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Zachary

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +50 Subjects

I am a driven, positive, affirming tutor who is happy to help students in any way he can. I graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 2020, and I obtained my Master's in Political Science from the University of Toronto in 2022. In 2016, I received an SAT score of 1550. That year, I also received a 5 on my AP exams in Calculus AB, English Language, U.S. History, and U.S. Government. I am happy to tutor students in mathematics, English, and social sciences (e.g., history, government). I especially enjoy tutoring pre-algebra and algebra. I believe in a practice-based approach in which I take students step-by-step through the concepts at hand. After practicing together with my guidance, the student will soon be able to apply what they have learned on their own.

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Valerie

AP English Literature and Composition Tutor • +13 Subjects

I have a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania, where I majored in Communication through Annenberg and minored in Consumer Psychology through Wharton. Since graduating in 2019, I have amassed experience in both business and creative communication. From 2019 to 2024, I focused on public relations in highly regulated spaces, small business marketing, and analytics. Throughout my career, my communications work has resulted in local (e.g., Philadelphia Business Journal), trade (e.g., American Banker), and national (e.g., Wall Street Journal), coverage for my clients. I am also a singer, songwriter, and recording artist. In 2023, I released my independently produced debut record, WITHIN THE CONFINES OF YOU (WTCOY). In 2024, I followed it up with WTCOY: The Visual Odyssey, a short film that brought my music to life and has been recognized in film festivals like the Miami Independent Cinematic Fest, the International Indie Film & Screenplay Festival, and the Women's Bioscope. While I enjoy tutoring a variety of subjects, I focus on English, Literature, and Writing. I believe that all people should be strong written communicators no matter their discipline, especially in the artificial intelligence era. Written communication promotes critical thinking and empowers individuals to express themselves clearly. I prioritize helping students find their unique voice (no matter the genre they are writing), because I believe that this is what ultimately cultivates a love of writing.

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Lauren

PSAT Writing Skills Tutor • +41 Subjects

I graduated from Augustana University with my Bachelor's Degree in English Literature and Religion/Philosophy in 2019. I then completed my Masters in Humanities from the University of Chicago in 2020 and Masters in English Literature from University of St. Thomas in 2025. I was an English, Social Studies, and Spanish I was an English/History Instructor at a 1:1 school for middle school and high school students with learning differences. I was previously a college advisor for a nonprofit organization that assists college students from low-income backgrounds. I love encouraging students to develop their own writing and feel confident in their written communication skills! I am also eager to expand my teaching skills into more English Literature to share my passion for and knowledge the power of reading. My ultimate goal is to become an English Literature professor and I'm so grateful to grow as an educator with Varsity Tutors! I look forward to meeting and working with you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

A tutor can work with you to identify the core argument you're trying to make and help you craft a thesis that's specific, defensible, and compelling. They'll guide you through organizing your essay logically—ensuring your introduction hooks readers, your body paragraphs support your thesis with clear topic sentences, and your conclusion reinforces your argument rather than just summarizing. This personalized feedback helps you move beyond formulaic essay structures to writing that actually persuades.

Many students have interesting thoughts but struggle to support them with relevant evidence and logical reasoning. A tutor helps you learn to select the strongest examples, explain how each piece of evidence connects to your thesis, and anticipate counterarguments. They'll show you how to move beyond simply listing facts to building a chain of reasoning that makes your argument inevitable—which is what separates a good essay from a great one.

Effective revision isn't just fixing typos—it's rethinking your argument at multiple levels. A tutor can teach you to revise in stages: first looking at big-picture issues like organization and argument strength, then refining paragraph flow and clarity, and finally polishing grammar and style. They'll help you develop a revision strategy that works for your writing process, so you're not overwhelmed and you're actually improving the essay rather than just changing words.

Writer's block often stems from unclear thinking rather than lack of ideas. A tutor can help you work through this by using strategies like outlining, freewriting, or discussing your ideas aloud before you write. They can help you identify whether you're struggling with understanding the prompt, developing your thesis, or structuring your argument—and then address the actual problem. This personalized approach gets you unstuck and moving forward faster than staring at a blank page.

Grammar is foundational—errors distract readers and undermine your credibility—but style and voice are what make your writing memorable and persuasive. A tutor helps you prioritize: in early drafts, focus on getting your ideas down and organizing them clearly; in revision, strengthen your argument and clarity; only in final editing should you polish grammar. They'll also help you develop an authentic voice that fits your audience and purpose, rather than writing in a stiff, overly formal tone.

MLA, APA, and Chicago style have specific rules, and getting them wrong can cost you points. A tutor can teach you the fundamentals of whichever style your assignment requires—how to format in-text citations, create a works cited or references page, and integrate quotes smoothly into your writing. Rather than memorizing every rule, they help you understand the logic behind citations (giving credit, helping readers find sources) so you can apply it correctly and confidently.

Literary analysis requires moving beyond plot summary to examining how an author uses specific techniques—imagery, dialogue, point of view, symbolism—to create meaning. A tutor helps you learn to choose precise textual evidence, explain what that evidence reveals about the author's purpose or theme, and avoid over-interpreting. They'll teach you to write about literature analytically rather than emotionally, supporting your interpretations with concrete examples from the text.

Generic feedback like "needs more detail" or "awkward phrasing" doesn't tell you how to improve. A tutor provides specific, actionable feedback—pointing out exactly where your argument weakens, suggesting how to strengthen a particular paragraph, or showing you why a sentence is confusing. They also help you understand the underlying writing principle so you can apply it to future essays, turning feedback into lasting improvement rather than just fixing one assignment.

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