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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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10+ years
Freddy
Learning is the hard part, but applying what you learn... Now that's the fun part.
Brigham Young University-Provo
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Brigham Young University-Provo
Current Grad Student, Electrical Engineering

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9+ years
Connor
I am a rising sophomore at New York University, where I am focusing on history, politics, and philosophy. During my senior year of high school, I worked as both a volunteer student assistant at my local elementary school and as a volleyball coach, which is when I first realized how much I enjoy prov...
New York University
Current Undergrad Student, Political Science and Government

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6+ years
I have been dancing my whole life from taking classes in private studios to majoring in dance at the High School of the Performings Arts in NYC. I am a graduate of the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU with a BFA in Dance. I also hold an MFA in Dance from UWM and an MA in Performance Studies from NYU....
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Master of Fine Arts, Dance
New York University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Dance

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Jody
35+ years of on the job computer programming experience in various languages including 35 years at a Fortune 100 company. I specialize in C, C++, Java, Python, and SQL. Java experience includes command line apps, Swing, and JavaFX. C / C++ experience includes Windows, Linux, Unix, and OS X. Can work...
Missouri State University-Springfield
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Missouri State University-Springfield
Bachelors, CIS

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5+ years
Tobi
I am a graduate of the University of Nebraska in Omaha. I received my Bachelor of Sciences in Molecular and Biomedical Biology with a minor in Chemistry. After graduation, I did a postbaccalaureate program in pre-medicine to prepare for medical school, to which I am currently applying. My experience...
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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9+ years
Maryanne
I am a recent graduate from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science and Art in Biology and a minor in psychology. I am working towards medical school now by volunteering at hospitals and shadowing many doctors and surgeons. I was a part of the PLUS, Peer-Led Undergraduate Studyi...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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Bridgette
Buenos Dias a Todos!I am here to tailor my teaching to your Spanish needs! I have experience in teaching all ages and all ability levels, from kindergarteners all the way through college students, as well as native Speakers who may need to touch up on spelling or grammar. I was born into a Mexican f...
Webster University
Masters, International Relations
University of California-Riverside
Bachelors, Foreign Languages

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8+ years
Hari
My name is Hari Narayan. I'm a second-year undergraduate student at Indiana University Bloomington. I'm currently a Finance major hoping to go into investments.I have 3 years of teaching experience as an assistant instructor to my mathematics teacher.In High School, I started an academic outreach pr...
Indiana University-Bloomington
Bachelor of Economics, Finance

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6+ years
Emma
I have over seven years of experience tutoring and teaching students and young people both in the classroom and one-on-one. I love helping learners reach their goals and discover new things. In every tutoring session, I strive to promote an engaging and supportive environment. I also create an indiv...
University of Edinburgh
Masters, English Teaching
University of Edinburgh
Bachelors, English Literature and History
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Andrew
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My goal for every session is that every student comes away with a better understanding of the material. I did my BS in Mathematics, and Finance and a minor in Economics. While those subjects may sound daunting, I know that any concept can be understood with right explanation.
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Basic Computer Literacy Tutor • +13 Subjects
My main goal as a tutor is to do my best to help students while working toward my degree in education. I also hold a substitute teaching license within the state of Nevada and have passed all necessary federal background checks for that, as well as having completed education focused requirements (60 college credits and a passing score on the praxis test) to receive said license.
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Abstract Algebra Tutor • +30 Subjects
I am a graduate of Midwestern State University, in Wichita Falls Texas with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science and also a master's degree in Computer Science. After graduating with my master's degree, I returned home to my beautiful twin island country in the Caribbean, Antigua and Barbuda. I then started my career in the field of Information Technology. I worked for a few years as a Systems Analyst for one of the largest Resort on the island. I then worked for a number of years as a Project Manager with the Information Technology Department for the Government of Antigua and Barbuda. While working at these two places, I also taught at the University of the West Indies as a Local Tutor. In 2017, my family and I moved to Florida, in the United States. Since moving to Florida, I have been working for the Orange County Public Schools as a Computer Education Teacher. I am also employed as an Adjunct Professor at Valencia College with the Computer Science Department. I love teaching and am a firm believer that education is important to everyone in order to improve knowledge, ways of living and their social and economic status. When I am not educating, I spend my time with my family and just enjoying life as much as possible.
Rusty
C++ Tutor • +9 Subjects
I received my Bachelor's and Master's degree in Computer Information Systems (Computer Science) with a concentration in Project Management from DeVry University. I teach and tutor in subjects such as C#, ASP.NET with C# Code Behind, Visual Basic.NET, JQuery, JavaScript and VBScript. Recently I have added MVC (Model View Controller) to my skill set as well.My motto is "Teach the World", my corner of the world anyway. If a student is willing to put in the work necessary to learn a topic they are struggling with, I will never give up on them. I love to lead a student to what I refer to as 'The Archimedes Eureka Moment'. That moment when a student truly understands a topic they have fought and worked so hard to understand. The look of pride on their faces and the light of inspiration and infinite possibility in their eyes is what drives me to continue to teach and tutor.I currently work as a Software Developer, and I was a professor at DeVry University from 2008 to 2012. I took a break from teaching and I am working with DeVry University to come back and teach evening Computer Science classes once again. I am comfortable with tutoring and teaching one on one, online and in a class room environment from DeVry University and now with Varsity Tutors as well.George Bernard Shaw (Albert Eisenstein's BFF) once said "If you have an apple and I have an apple and we exchange apples we both still have one apple. However if I have an idea and you have an idea and we exchange those ideas we will both have two ideas".From tutoring and teaching at DeVry University in the past I found even though I was the one doing the teaching or tutoring, the student most always had an idea to offer as well. Once the student has reached 'The Archimedes Eureka Moment', the 'what else can I do with this?' and the 'what if?' questions are infectious and quite often leads to further comprehension and understanding for both the tutor and the student. Which is why I do what I do.
Danielle
Algebra Tutor • +8 Subjects
Teachers made a huge difference in my life when I was growing up. Now, as an adult, I feel lucky to be able to give back as a tutor. I love getting to know my students, learning how they tick. Understanding how my students learn allows me to tailor my approach to each student to fit his or her individual needs. I like to incorporate the student's interest as well as humor, when I can!
Danielle
Adult Literacy Tutor • +8 Subjects
You can learn so much about a person by examining what he or she reads. My favorite book is entitled, "Mindset" by Carol S. Dweck and it is unequivocally phenomenal. In order to provide you with a brief synopsis, I will simply say that it addresses two different mindsets, one is a "fixed" mindset and the other is a "growth" mindset. As a tutor, I am a firm believer in the "growth" mindset because I know that a person can increase their achievement, in virtually any arena, if he or she decides to put more effort towards growth in that particular arena. As a tutor, I will encourage each and every student to carefully examine what he or she thinks and says in regards to his or her ability in that area. I will share stories of people who are famous for their accomplishments, not because they are exceptionally gifted, but because they chose to invest the time to work towards growth and excellence. That, I believe, makes success attainable for everyone.
Paul
Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects
I received my Bachelor of Science from Boston University where I studied Biomedical Engineering. I went on to work as a field service engineer in Atlanta, GA. I recently went back to school and received my Masters of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Connecticut. I tutor a range of subjects, but I especially like tutoring admissions tests such as the SATs and GMATs to help enable people to reach their educational goals. In my spare time I enjoy reading and playing games of any kind.
Andy
10th Grade Math Tutor • +52 Subjects
Hey there! I'm a certified math teacher, professional sous chef, and budding comedian willing to tutor in my spare time! A graduate from the University of Texas at Dallas in 2013, I have a multitude of both professional and private teaching/tutoring experience and skills. The teaching certification program I completed is heavily focused on STEM education and creating well-rounded students for today's technology centered world. Our lesson plans were both hands-on and thoroughly engaging while ensuring efficacy in education. I firmly believe that every student has the potential for "math literacy"; with a little help, anyone can be a math-confident person. I am most comfortable teaching math subjects (from preschool to BC Calculus), but I do have some background in reading/writing tutoring. I currently work as a sous chef four nights a week, but otherwise my schedule is open. I prefer online but am willing to travel up to 20-25 miles if needed. Contact me with any questions; I am here to help.
Ralph
Professional Certifications Tutor • +2 Subjects
I graduated from Abilene Christian University with a bachelor of science degree. My career as a real estate agent and broker spans more than 25 years. Having owned and operated multiple businesses and having sold hundreds of homes, my knowledge and expertise will benefit agents who want to further their real estate careers. Previously, I taught continuing education classes on various subjects for the Texas Real Estate Commission.
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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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