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Max

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Max

Masters, Public History
Max's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade math
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

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...

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University of South Carolina

Masters, Public History

New College of Florida

Bachelors, History

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Briana

Certified Tutor

Briana

Bachelor of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Briana's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

Hi, everyone! My name is Briana. I have worked with students for 3 years. I have experience as a Speech Pathology Assistant working with students on their articulation goals, including phonics and sound production, using flashcards/activities to practice producing initial, medial, and final position...

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Texas A M University-Kingsville

Bachelor of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Denice

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Denice

Masters, Medical Health Sciences
Denice's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
High School Biology
Homework Support

Hello! My name is Denice and I am here to help you leap into your studies with ease and confidence.I finished with a BS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from UC San Diego. During my college years, I committed 10-15 hours a week working as a tutor and pre-medical adviser helping students with a diver...

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Touro University Nevada

Masters, Medical Health Sciences

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Liz

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Liz

Masters, English
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
American Literature
College English
College Essays

I have eleven years of experience teaching at the college level. I teach composition, American literature, and technical writing courses, primarily to first- and second-year college students.I have taught ESL/ELL courses to adults at the Pre-GED level, and the courses included work on conversation, ...

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University of Iowa

Masters, English

Syracuse University

Bachelors, English/Magazine journalism

Tiani

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Tiani

Bachelor in Arts, The American University of Paris
Tiani's other Tutor Subjects
AP French
AP French Language and Culture
AP Spanish Language & Culture
AP Spanish Literature and Culture

I am a native English speaker, tutoring classes in French, Spanish, and ESL. I have studied abroad in both Spain and France, where I taught ESL classes to people of all ages, from beginners to advanced. I was also a camp counselor in an English Immersion Camp in Madrid.I love languages, and so I lov...

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Global Communications

Bachelor in Arts, The American University of Paris

Alison

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Alison

Bachelors, Biology, General
Alison's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
Biology
College Biology
College English

I am a graduate of Wittenberg University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology. One of the highlights of my college experience was working as an advisor in the Writing Center, where I helped students draft and revise their papers. For three years, I also lead Supplemental Instruction s...

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Wittenberg University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Adrienne

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Adrienne

Bachelors, Studies in Cinema and Media Culture
Adrienne's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
Arithmetic
College English
Elementary Math

I am a graduate from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studies in Cinema & Media Culture. I have a passion for film, writing, the Arts, and expression of any kind. My enthusiasm for expression also carries over into my love for helping others achieve a level o...

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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Studies in Cinema and Media Culture

Owen

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Owen

Master of Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Owen's other Tutor Subjects
AP Latin
Cooking
Foreign Language
Languages

I am a graduate of both Trinity University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Latin, and Brandeis University, where I received my Master of Arts in Ancient Greek and Roman Studies. Between schools and since, I have tried to find personal time to continuing my studies and keeping my skills fres...

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Brandeis University

Master of Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies

Trinity University

Bachelor in Arts, Latin

Nia

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Nia

Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
Nia's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Chess
College Algebra

Hello! I graduated from Purdue University in May 2020 with a degree in Materials Engineering. I'm a published researcher and I currently work as an engineer for a biomedical company in Louisville, CO. I spent my summers at Purdue teaching middle and high school students math and science to prepare t...

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Purdue University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering

Parita

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Parita

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Parita's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a sophomore at Harvard University pursuing a concentration in computer science. I'm also interested in potentially going on to law school after my undergraduate studies. I have a wide range of interests but I spend most of my free time either reading, painting, listening to music or dragging my...

Education

Harvard University

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1580
ACT
35

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Phyllis

American Literature Tutor • +8 Subjects

With a BA/MA in English, I have strong content knowledge, and with 15+ years teaching both high school and college, I have vast experience in teaching literature, poetry, drama, writing and grammar. I can assess a student's current level and build on that foundation to enable the student to excel. I love teaching; it's what I do!

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Civil and Environmental Engineering Tutor • +10 Subjects

I'm an engineering student with a rich background in public speaking and natural sciences willing to help anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of any subject. I understand that a conventional or traditional approach is not always the best means for learning.

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Hui

Algebra Tutor • +31 Subjects

I am a student at NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering. I am a Computer Engineering major. In my previous job, I worked at a Lego robotics school and I taught kids how to incorporate Legos into STEM related concepts as well as NXT programming. I have also worked at my school's tutoring center where I tutored my peers in subjects like Physics, Calculus and Computer Science. My hobbies include anything that has to do with Computer Science and Math.

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Jewelea

British Literature Tutor • +11 Subjects

I am an English Professor with a passion for helping others. I have my Bachelor's and Master's degrees, and I have experience as a writing tutor across all subjects. I love to help others find their own passion for writing, as well as, help those that believe writing is the bane of their existence have fun with the process. I am a published author and have presented my essay at an international academic conference.

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Accounting Tutor • +31 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of Temple University in Philadelphia, PA where I earned my Bachelors Degree of Business Administration. I was an accounting major and an MIS minor and currently work in a staff accountant role while I continue to study for the CPA exams.Throughout high school and college, I tutored many students and friends in a variety of business classes. My favorite subject to tutor is accounting, but I also enjoy helping others learn finance, economics, and even MIS.In my free time I enjoy biking around the country, playing basketball, reading, and teaching accounting.

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Jennifer

Elementary School Tutor • +13 Subjects

successfully do the job adeptly and perform above expectations.I am a detail-oriented college student (3.5 GPA, B.S. in Science) currently attending Grand Canyon University. During my academic career, I also managed to accrue 3 years of work experience as a special needs instructor. I had the privilege of working with ages birth-fifteen in my free time, where I learned valuable professional skills such as client care, redirection, creative teaching, and behavior function. In both my academic and professional life, I have been consistently praised as hard-working by my professors and peers. Whether working on academic, extracurricular, or professional projects, I apply proven communication, creative thinking, and critical thinking skills, which I hope to leverage into the new role at Varsity Tutors.

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Chelsea

AP Biology Tutor • +23 Subjects

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from the University of North Texas. I am currently attending dental school in Houston. I was a tutor in the student athlete center for three years while attending college and have since tutored in the private sector for all ages. I specialize in the sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) and SAT test prep, but am comfortable with most high school, middle school, and elementary level courses. I can work with children of all ages and am very patient with children that have special needs.

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Chase

Art Tutor • +15 Subjects

Hey! My name is Chase and I'm a 21yr old law student at NYLS. I graduated from Fordham University in 3 years with a 3.86 gpa and an advanced honors B.S. in Psychology and a minor in filmI can totally help with the transition high school>college or college>graduate school as I was just in your place!I've been on full scholarship for my entirety of college & law school, so I'm more than happy to talk about that as well and provide a little guidance when it comes to merit / financial aidwe all know how expensive higher education can be!A little about me, I have 2 younger brothers and one older sister, so I've been tutoring most of my life. I'm Jewish-American; I find psychology super interesting; and I'm passionate about music, film, and entertainment law. I was a strong Math & English student in high school and took just about every AP imaginable. I speak French and know a little Latin, super excited to meet you!Oh! Also, I was a winner of the PSAT National Merit Scholarship competition and recipient of the Fordham Semi-Finalist Merit Scholarship! So anyone approaching 10th/11th grade who's interested in learning how I did it, I'd be happy to help!36 ACT1560 SAT161 LSAT

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Jamie

AP German Language and Culture Tutor • +18 Subjects

I am a sophomore at New York University, studying TV and Playwriting. Before that, I attended high school at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North in Princeton, New Jersey.I tutor English and German and most love teaching a new language because it's exciting and fun. My favorite thing about tutoring is helping a student figure out how to do things by himself/herself. It's super rewarding!I am an excellent tutor because I am enthusiastic and generous. I do not punish mistakes, but try to encourage the development of good study habits, rather than just feeding answers. With writing, I believe it is most important to give constructive criticism that a writer can use to develop his or her style further.In my free time, I like to play video games or practice guitar. Or just sleep!

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Shaleia

ACT Prep Tutor • +11 Subjects

I received my Bachelors of Arts in Sociology at Haverford College. After graduating I trained in an assistant teaching program at Match Charter Community Day Schools in South Boston. My favorite subjects to teach are Reading, Math and Phonics. I believe that every child has in them the potential to shine academically. As a tutor, it is my job to awaken each child to their own gifts. In my academic and professional career, I have learned the place that early education have in forging a student's path to success.

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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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