Certified Tutors From Stanford University

...I am better at math. I still can hold my own in physics. I like to teach. I like it better when I teach well. I am Christian. I believe in God. I believe He loves everyone. I offer the opportunity to those who are interested, no matter who you or or what your situation....

...building confidence by first identifying a student's strengths and knowledge. Students often know more than they think they do! Once I know where my students are coming from, I can build upon their existing knowledge and experience and help develop lasting problem-solving strategies. I am particularly interested in tutoring students in middle- to high-school math,...

...and general essay writing. My philosophy on college entrance exams is that practice tests are most valuable when combined with training in the general principles of English language, vocabulary and reading comprehension for which the ACT and SAT test. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy watching movies, going to concerts, and playing board games.

...on utilizing science to inform public policy. With this background, I encourage students to think critically and creatively, and I bring topics alive by discussing real-world examples. I offer tutoring in test prep (SAT and ACT) and writing (such as college essays), and I most enjoy tutoring writing. When students better understand writing concepts and...

...on the students comprehension of the material at hand and then help the student construct an analytical argument. In subjects related to math, I review the foundational concepts in a certain topic before proceeding to assist the student with specific example problems. I always make sure to make my lessons enjoyable and relatable, so that...

...others reach their potential is one of my core passions. I love to work with students on becoming experts by thinking about their own problem-solving techniques, adding skills to their toolkits, and deepening their understanding. Using relevant examples helps deepen understanding, and identifying high-impact studying practices can make a big difference. I'm happy to share...

I completed my PhD in mathematics in September 2017. I'm an expert in most of undergraduate level mathematics courses, including calculus, linear algebra, ordinary differential equations, real and complex analysis, etc. I love sharing my mathematical knowledges with other people, and encouraging young students to pursue their academic careers.

I am a very motivated tutor who is interested in Chemistry and Biology. Specifically I am a very avid mentor and hope to inspire so many more generations to come. I am a Chemistry major at Stanford and will be graduating in 2019.

...knowledge and critical thinking skills. My teaching methods encourage students to think outside the box and discover new paths of academic discovery. After graduating from Stanford, I decided to continue traveling. After spending a year in France, I moved to South Korea and spent over 5 years in Seoul and Busan, teaching ESL and working...

...also spent a few years working as a software developer. If you're looking to learn more about math, computer science, or physics, whether for a class or just for fun, I'd love to help you out! These subjects might seem tedious sometimes but I think they can be really interesting and fun if they're presented...

...love seeing students find excitement and understanding in a subject that they had previously written off as boring and/or impossible. When not tutoring, I work as a professional actor and theatre teacher in the Chicago Area. I also cook, jog, and stare wistfully at Lake Michigan, pretending to still live in California. I look forward...

I have taught English, Composition and Literature for 35 years in Austin, Texas. I have a Master's in English Education from Stanford University and a second Masters in Instructional Technology from the University of Texas at Austin. I can help you with writing, literature, research and a variety of other English skills.

Phillips Academy Andover and Stanford University Graduate.

...and I currently live in Portland, Oregon. I am a graduate of UC Berkeley (BA in History) and Stanford University (MA in Japanese). My fields of specialization are Japanese language, literature, culture, and linguistics; comparative literature; American and East Asian history; and more generalized subjects such as literary analysis and social science study methods.

...Value Book and a historical book, Indiana Avenue Life and Musical Journey from 1915 to 2015. I have a B.S. degree in Environmental Science from Stanford University and an MBA degree in Finance from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. I have completed 25 hours towards a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Writing from...

...experience has been one of the greatest joys of teaching. In addition, doing so not only helped them, but also myself in solidifying my understanding of the material. This led me to take on various roles as a TA, both in 1-1 and in group settings later in my college career. My responsibilities ranged from...

...middle schoolers; in 2016 I was teaching philosophy to high schoolers; and in 2017 I was teaching mathematical logic to high schoolers. Though I have experience teaching both the sciences (including math) and the humanities, I am more passionate about the latter, and within the humanities I am most passionate about philosophy and English. The...

...calculus and SAT Math test preparation. I graduated with a math degree from Stanford University, and am currently pursuing a PhD in history at the University of Washington. While new to Varsity Tutors, I have years of experience as a private tutor, as well as classroom teaching experience as a Teaching Assistant. For me, tutoring...

...either in big companies, for the government or for consulting firms. I really enjoy teaching high school and middle school students. I also really like the outdoors and when I am not reading and teaching, I spend time with my teens and may friends sailing, skiing, hiking, kayaking, biking and swimming too. I also like...

I want to help you fulfill your highest potential. As a graduate of Stanford University, I know the importance of academic achievement for all ages and skill levels. But more than just test taking, I hope to teach my students important study habits and life skills. Be your best self and let me help.