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Audra

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Audra

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
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Creative Writing
Elementary School

As someone who has been a student most of her life, it is my goal to help others like me. I started with a passion for writing when I was young, but didn't have anyone to properly guide me in the right directions with my writing. After attending school for Creative Writing, I've gone on to become a ...

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Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Vella

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Vella

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Latin American Literatures and Cultures
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College English
English
Graduate Test Prep
GRE Verbal

I graduated from New York University where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a focus on Spanish and Latin American Literatures and Cultures. During my junior year I spent a semester abroad in Spain which sparked my love of travel. Throughout my undergraduate studies, I tutored junior hi...

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New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Latin American Literatures and Cultures

Ted

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Ted

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Ted's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math

I am a highly experienced tutor who has worked with a wide variety of students of all ages, backgrounds and ethnicities. Over the past 15 years, I have worked with the NO Child Left Behind Program in NYC schools, tutored regents, test Prep, homework and many academic subjects for middle school, high...

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CUNY Brooklyn College

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Shavon

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8+ years

Shavon

Master of Science, Reading Teacher Education
Shavon's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math

My name is Shavon Rodwell Brown and I an experienced educator of over 10 years. I have taught grades K-5, served as a reading specialist and worked as an adjunct professor. In addition, I have served as a student teacher supervisor and presented at educational conferences. My educational background ...

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Walden University

Master of Science, Reading Teacher Education

Virginia State University

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Joy

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Joy

Masters, Elementary Education, MFA Creative Writing
Joy's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

As a lifelong educator, I am especially interested in seeing the student achieve his/her goals. I am a qualified and certified Reading Teacher and Specialist teaching from ages Pre-K to Adult with credentials in several fields including English as a second language, English Literature, Creative Writ...

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Manhattanville College

Masters, Elementary Education, MFA Creative Writing

Manhattanville College

Bachelors, English Literature

Michelle

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Michelle

Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
Chemistry

I really enjoy working with others and providing people with more resources to become academically successful. Throughout this pandemic, I have seen the consequences of not being able to seek help in person such as feeling overwhelmed and not knowing who to reach out to. Therefore, I want to extend ...

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The University of Texas at Austin

Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry

Derek

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8+ years

Derek

Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Derek's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
American Literature
College Level American History

My name is Derek. I am a recent graduate from the University of California at Santa Barbara, where I was a part of the Honors Program and graduated with High Honors. I have always loved learning and academics in general, and will hopefully soon be pursing a graduate degree in Political Science.I hav...

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University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

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Hannah

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7+ years

Hannah

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Hannah's other Tutor Subjects
2nd-6th Grade Math
Arithmetic
Elementary Algebra
Q & A

Hi! My name is Ms. Hannah, and I can't wait to meet you! I have been teaching elementary aged students for 5 years and have loved helping my students succeed. I went to Pensacola Christian College in Florida and earned a teaching degree in Elementary Education. Teaching and helping students is one o...

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Pensacola Christian College

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Reagan

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5+ years

Reagan

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy
Reagan's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
Kinesiology
Other
OTR / NBCOT - Occupational Therapist - Registered

I am happy to be able to use this platform to help those that may need additional assistance with various areas of studies.I am a graduate of Barry University, where I received my BS degree in Athletic Training/Pre-Physical Therapy. Then, I transitioned to the field of Occupational Therapy, graduati...

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The University of Tennessee

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy

Barry University

Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training

Natalie

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5+ years

Natalie

Current Undergrad, N.G.O.s and Social Change
Natalie's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

Hello!My name is Natalie, I am a freshman at the University of Southern California and I'd love to be your tutor! I currently teach SAT Prep through CollegeSpring, a local nonprofit which assists historically underserved high schools in preparing students for the college admission process. Through t...

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University of Southern California

Current Undergrad, N.G.O.s and Social Change

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Peyton

English Tutor • +12 Subjects

I am a senior at Roanoke College, a small liberals arts college in Virginia, majoring in Political Science with a minor in U.S. History. I have prior experience working as a Writing Center tutor at Roanoke, tutoring students at all stages in the writing process as well as helping students prepare for oral presentations. I have also been an Academic Coach, in which I was paired with students who needed more guidance in adjusting to college coursework and academic expectations. Though I have primarily worked with college students, I love working with students of all ages and abilities. I am passionate about writing, research, and the humanities. I can adjust plans and lessons according to the student's learning style and habits while also emphasizing long-term growth and progress. I also took the GRE at the end of last summer and scored well in the Verbal and Analytical Writing sections. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, watching movies, indoor cycling and traveling.

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Algebra Tutor • +21 Subjects

I am a recent graduate from the University of Georgia with a major in Chemistry and a minor in Spanish. During my junior year, I spent the fall through summer semesters helping instruct general chemistry classes and organic chemistry labs. Overall, I personally enjoy teaching and tutoring others not only because it better helps people understand some of the more difficult concepts of the material but because it also allows me to fully cement my knowledge and help people further.

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As a former Teach For America corps member and charter school teacher, my vision is to challenge students of all backgrounds to promote achievement. As a Latin teacher and scholar, I have experienced firsthand the benefits of a classical education. With my dedication to student empowerment and rigorous academic background, including graduating Summa Cum Laude from Columbia University and earning a fellowship to pursue my M.A. in Latin from the University of Michigan, I am ready to make a powerful impact on students outside of the classroom.While I specialize in tutoring Latin and Greek and am familiar with a variety of textbooks, I am also skilled at preparing students for the SAT and GRE--particularly the reading and writing portions. Although I clearly have a deep passion for my subject matter, I have an even greater passion for student achievement that drives me to work relentlessly to obtain results. Over the past five years, I have acquired essential skills and experiences while teaching in secondary schools as well as at the college level, so I know how to challenge students effectively while providing the support they need to succeed. When I'm not reading Latin, I enjoy cycling and cooking.I look forward to hearing from you and cannot wait to assist you in obtaining the most from your education!

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ACT Prep Tutor • +25 Subjects

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ACT Prep Tutor • +35 Subjects

My experience with tutoring stems back to my high schools days, where I would work in the language lab to help my peers increase their proficiency with Spanish and French. After graduating from high school with my IB diploma, I attended New York University, where I majored in Politics and Spanish. I then attended Loyola Marymount University where I received my master's degree in Urban Education. I have worked in education for the past 6 years, beginning as a 2012 Teach For America corps member in Los Angeles. I have taught nearly every subject in middle school classrooms, and I have taught both biology and algebra to high schoolers. My favorite subjects to tutor are mathematics and Spanish, as I find them to be the most engaging, but I enjoy and can help with nearly all content areas. When I was in school, I was (and still am!) a self-described "nerd" who really enjoyed expanding my knowledge base and taking on academic challenges. I hope to impart the idea that tackling new concepts can be fun and rewarding at the same time. Additionally, as a generally "good test taker," I enjoy helping students hone their test taking skills to achieve optimal results. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy running, listening to music, a game of tennis, or a good TV-binge session.

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Elementary School Science Tutor • +2 Subjects

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ACT English Tutor • +46 Subjects

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Paleobiology combines biology, geology, and evolutionary science to study ancient life—which means you're working with fossils, stratigraphic data, and deep time concepts that don't appear in standard biology courses. Students often struggle with the unique skill set required: interpreting incomplete fossil records, understanding radiometric dating methods, and connecting evolutionary theory to physical evidence. A tutor with paleobiology expertise helps you develop these specialized analytical skills while reinforcing the underlying biology and chemistry concepts that make the field make sense.

One of paleobiology's biggest challenges is mentally reconstructing organisms you've never seen and environments that no longer exist. A strong tutor helps by using visual aids, comparative anatomy (connecting ancient structures to modern descendants), and real fossil examples to build your spatial understanding. They can walk you through how scientists infer behavior, diet, and habitat from skeletal features, bone wear patterns, and geological context—turning abstract fossil data into a coherent picture of ancient life. This bridges the gap between memorizing facts and truly understanding how paleobiologists think.

The best paleobiology tutors combine strong biology fundamentals with geology knowledge and real familiarity with how paleontologists work. Look for someone who can explain both the "what" (facts about organisms and timelines) and the "how" (the scientific methods and reasoning behind paleobiological conclusions). They should be comfortable discussing radiometric dating, phylogenetics, taphonomy, and how to read primary literature—skills that go beyond what a general biology tutor can offer. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have the subject depth and teaching skill to develop your paleobiology expertise at whatever level you need.

Paleobiology relies heavily on quantitative skills: radiometric dating calculations (half-life problems), isotope ratio interpretation, phylogenetic statistical analysis, and stratigraphic correlation math. Many students excel at the conceptual side but struggle with the computational foundation. A tutor can break down these methods step-by-step, showing you not just how to calculate a radiometric age or interpret an isotope curve, but why that calculation matters to understanding ancient environments and evolutionary timelines. This prevents paleobiology from feeling like disconnected facts and transforms it into an integrated science.

Absolutely. If you're in a paleobiology course with lab components, tutoring can help you prepare for fossil identification, stratigraphic analysis, and data interpretation exercises. Tutors can help you understand what you're looking at under a microscope or in the field, how to document observations accurately, and how to draw evidence-based conclusions from fossil or rock samples. They can also help you prepare for lab practicals, understand the "why" behind procedures, and develop the scientific reasoning skills that matter as much as technical accuracy.

With consistent tutoring, you should see improvement in several areas: deeper understanding of evolutionary concepts and how they connect to fossil evidence, greater comfort with paleobiological reasoning and interpretation, stronger performance on exams and problem sets, and growing confidence in reading and discussing paleobiology research. Beyond grades, many students develop genuine interest in how paleobiologists solve problems with incomplete data and how ancient life informs modern biology. You're building both content knowledge and scientific thinking skills that apply far beyond the course.

Evolution is central to paleobiology, but many students memorize the concept without truly grasping how fossils provide the evidence. A tutor helps you move from "evolution happened" to understanding the fossil record's actual role: showing transitional forms, revealing rates of change, and demonstrating adaptive radiations in real organisms over millions of years. They can help you interpret phylogenetic trees, connect morphological change to environmental pressures, and see how modern species relate to extinct ancestors. This transforms evolution from an abstract theory into a testable, observable process supported by concrete paleobiological data.

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