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Max
I am a graduate of the public history program at the University of South Carolina, where I received an M.A. I am pursuing a career in historic preservation, because buildings and structures crucial to maintaining the culture of local and national society are constantly threatened. Throughout my grad...
University of South Carolina
Masters, Public History
New College of Florida
Bachelors, History

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5+ years
Wendy
I have a Master's in Math and Statistics and had been working as a senior analyst for the last several years where my job was focused heavily on computer coding. Before that I was an analyst, I taught College Algebra during my master's program. During my undergrad, I tutored in all subjects of math,...
Minnesota State University-Mankato
Masters, Mathematics and Statistics
Minnesota State University-Mankato
Bachelors, Mathematics Education

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10+ years
Kenneth
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Management and Psychology from the University of Maryland and a Master's of Education degree from Grand Canyon University. I am currently licensed by Nevada for K-5 and teach a first grade class. I am able and willing to tutor other ages. I believe that every child can ...
Grand Canyon University
Masters, Secondary Education State Certified Teacher
University of Maryland-University College
Bachelors, Business and Psychology

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6+ years
Taylor
I just finished up a graduate program and moved to Boston, where I am currently interning and pondering the next step in my career. I am a self-proclaimed "audio nerd" and do freelance work within sound design and audio production. I really enjoy the intricacies of language and would be very interes...
Bates College
Bachelors, Psychology and German

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4+ years
Lauren
I have recently graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a BS in Psychology and a BA in Latin! I was also part of their Undergraduate Honors Program and hope to become a clinical psychologist. I love tutoring because knowledge is priceless and must be shared. As a tutor, I believe it's my job t...
Loyola University-Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Psychology

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8+ years
Maya
I am a Yale University graduate with over seven years of tutoring experience with children and adults of all ages, specializing in writing, reading, English, college prep, and working with differently-abled learners. As a writer and entrepreneur, I have tutored since high school because it is someth...
Yale University
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies

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Jasmine
Hi! I'm Jasmine.I have had teaching experience at J. W. Eater Jr. High School in Rantoul, Illinois where I was an after-school tutor. I helped students with homework, and tutored them in basic subjects such as Math, Science, Language Arts and Social Studies. I have also worked with STEM students in ...
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

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10+ years
Christopher
I am a licensed CPA in the State of Washington and California, and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. In 2008, I graduated from Brigham Young University - Idaho with a Bachelors degree in Accounting. Since graduation, I have worked for CPA firms throughout the Califo...
BYU-Idaho
Bachelors, Accounting

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9+ years
Ayesha
Goal-oriented and passionate professional with more than five years of experience teaching and advising students in higher education. Committed to supporting the academic endeavors of students of all levels. Excited to assist high school, undergraduate, graduate, and international students through t...
Harvard University Extension School
Master's/Graduate, Psychology

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14+ years
Christopher
Friendly, low-pressure teacher with a passion for languages and helping others. Experience teaching beginning to intermediate ESL (English as a Second Language), as well as beginning to early intermediate German and Spanish.
Lawrence Univesity
Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
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Allison
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Hello! I am excited to be working as a tutor for Varsity Tutors. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Masters in Special Education. I have over 8 years of experience working with children.I worked for two years in the special education field and two years in second grade. I have over 5 years experience with preschool children.I also taught developmental math at the college level for two years.When I am not tutoring I enjoy church activities, spending time with my family and crocheting.I look forward to helping you meet your educational goals.
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As a High School Spanish Teacher, I have the experience to tutor students with different learning styles. My goal as a Tutor is to simplify the topics that students find to be challenging, making the learning process meaningful and fun. I have a B.A. in Spanish with a minor in Education from Queens College. I have an M.A. in Liberal Studies from Stony Brook University, in New York. I have been prepping students for the Spanish Regents, currently known as the FLB, with success in speaking, listening, reading and writing for 11 years. Although I was born and raised in the United States, I attended high school in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I currently live in the coastal town of Bayville, NY. I enjoy paddle boarding, bike riding, reading and going to the movies.
Wei
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I am a PhD Student in Linguistic Program at the University of Georgia. I received my Master’s degree in English Education at University of Missouri. My area of study is language acquisition and language learning process. As a native speaker of Chinese, my previous teaching experience includes working with bilingual Chinese American children in a Chinese language school and teaching English to the students in Chinese middle school, I am currently an instructor of the linguistic class at UGA. My past experience enabled me to gain excellent teaching skills as well as the ability to work with learners from different language backgrounds and age groups. I believe that language learning is not merely absorbing the linguistics of the language, but also the culture attached to it. I am passionate about Chinese language tutoring and willing to help students prepare for Standardized Tests. By integrating cultural aspects into my teaching, I expect my students to not only develop solid language skills, but also to be able to think in that language, which serves as the soul of that country and people who speak it. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, cooking, cycling and yoga.
Matthew
Algebra Tutor • +11 Subjects
I am a Senior at The College of New Jersey, currently working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering. During my high school years, I was a member of the National Honor Society, in which I was tasked with tutoring students in French and Physics. I am most passionate about tutoring math and physics subject; being an engineering student, I use these subjects all the time and have a firm grasp on them. Due to the abstract nature of these topics, I often use a lot of real life analogies and draw/write out my thoughts so that students can more easily visualize what is being taught. As a tutor, I not only want to advance my students knowledge and understanding of the subject, but also want to show my students the relevance and applications of it in a fun and engaging setting. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing the piano, and spending time with friends.
Emma
ACT Prep Tutor • +40 Subjects
I graduated this Spring from Duke University and I'm in the process of applying to Master's programs for marine biology. I've been a motivated and committed student for the past 15+ years and I'm excited to bring my knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion for learning and teaching to all of my tutoring sessions. Although I majored in Biology at Duke, I got a minor in Classical Studies - or ancient Greece and Rome - so I have a pretty diverse educational background. In addition to my studies in college, I was DUMB (a proud member of the Duke University Marching Band) and I conducted research on Hawaiian monk seals. In the future, I hope to participate in more field work with marine mammals and eventually become a professor, so I look forward to incorporating tutoring into my educational track!
Diane
ACT Writing Tutor • +50 Subjects
I have taught students in various subjects from Kindergarten to the collegiate level. I have been a private tutor for almost 12 years now. I have a BA in English and a JD, both of which have required me to develop my language and particularly writing skills. I have student taught college Chemistry, and I have written Continued Learning materials for a Continuing Legal Education symposium. I worked as a nanny for over 8 years before I had my own child. I am quite familiar with being around children and encouraging them to grow. I have never had a student under my instruction not succeed, which is an accomplishment I am quite proud of. My students walk away from the classroom understanding the material.
Austin
Graduate Test Prep Tutor • +4 Subjects
I graduated valedictorian of my major with a B.S. in Communications from Cornell in 2013 and spent the better part of the next year teaching English abroad before I headed back home to the U.S. to transition into law school. I am interested in one thing and one thing only: getting you the grade you want on the LSAT. While I initially struggled with the exam, scoring a low score on my initial diagnostic, in three months of study I was able to achieve a much higher score, and I am sure that the systems that I created in preparing for the exam will greatly aid you in your efforts to excel. I firmly believe anyone with the right guidance and dedication is capable of improving their score on the LSAT.Beyond the test, however, I am a pretty down to earth guy. During college I was a player in an improvisational comedy troupe for two years as well as a member of my university's table tennis team (yes these exist). In my spare time I enjoy running, reading, and playing fetch with my dog.
Grayson
Algebra Tutor • +16 Subjects
I am passionate about helping students because I was once in their shoes, trying to learn and understand challenging new topics.I have helped students excel in algebra, chemistry, and other disciplines related to math and science. I am currently studying applied mathematics with a concentration in civil engineering at Oakwood University.I tutor in mathematics (Algebra I & II, Geometry) and in the physical sciences (chemistry and physics).I teach students until they adequately understand the subject to teach it to someone else.Outside of academia, I love studying geography and international relations. I also love the outdoors.
Matthew
Basic Computer Literacy Tutor • +9 Subjects
My name is Matt, I am a network administrator who has worked in many different environments, doing everything from your basic desktop support, to server setups/support, and scripting. I also handle training for my coworkers and users on anything from setting up a computer to writing scripts.
Cierra
Medical Terminology Tutor • +8 Subjects
I have a passion for helping nursing students excel in their studies and develop excellence in their practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A tutor provides personalized feedback on your writing that goes beyond what you might get in a classroom setting. They can work with you on the specific areas where you struggle—whether that's developing a strong thesis, organizing your ideas, strengthening your argumentation, or refining your writing voice. Through one-on-one instruction, tutors help you understand the "why" behind writing conventions, not just the rules, so you can apply these skills to future assignments.
Grammar is the foundation—correct punctuation, sentence structure, and word usage make your writing clear and professional. Style, on the other hand, is about how you express your ideas: your word choice, sentence variety, tone, and voice. A strong essay needs both. Tutors help you master grammar mechanics while also developing your unique writing voice, so your essays are not just correct but engaging and persuasive.
Writer's block often happens when you're trying to write the perfect essay on the first try. Tutors teach strategies like freewriting, outlining before drafting, or breaking the essay into smaller chunks so you're not facing a blank page all at once. They can also help you move from confusion about your topic to a clear thesis statement, which gives you a roadmap for the rest of your writing. Many students find that talking through their ideas with a tutor helps clarify their thinking before they even sit down to write.
Organization is where many essays fall apart. A tutor helps you build a logical structure by identifying your main argument, organizing supporting points, and ensuring each paragraph connects back to your thesis. They teach you how to create outlines that serve as blueprints, how to write topic sentences that guide your reader, and how to use transitions that show the relationship between ideas. With practice and feedback, you'll develop the ability to organize complex arguments clearly on your own.
Yes. Citation formatting can feel overwhelming, but tutors break it down into manageable pieces. Whether you need help with MLA, APA, or Chicago style, a tutor can show you how to cite sources correctly and help you understand the purpose behind proper attribution. They also help you integrate quotes and paraphrased material smoothly into your essay so citations feel natural rather than awkward—and your arguments stay strong.
Literary analysis requires you to move beyond just understanding what happened in a text to understanding how and why the author created meaning. Tutors help you develop close reading skills—identifying literary devices, understanding themes, and analyzing character motivation. They then guide you in translating these observations into a coherent argument with specific textual evidence. This turns your analysis into a compelling essay that shows deeper engagement with the material.
Revision is where good essays become great ones. Rather than trying to fix everything at once, tutors teach you to revise in layers: first looking at big-picture issues like thesis clarity and argument strength, then moving to paragraph organization and transitions, and finally polishing grammar and style. They also help you develop self-editing skills so you can evaluate your own work critically. With this strategic approach, you'll learn to revise efficiently and see real improvement in your writing.
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