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Dakota
I am a native Texan now living in NYC. I just finished my Master's degree, and I love food, reading, and travel. I've been working and volunteering as a tutor since my high school days, and I am eager to provide advanced-level assistance to you! I'm a friendly, approachable person who maintains a pr...
Vanderbilt University
Master's degree
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts

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Maddy
I'm a recent graduate of Harvard University and a natural teacher, and I'd be thrilled to help you build your skills, gain academic confidence, and get results! My B.A. is in American history and literature with a minor in theater. I spent my college years producing and directing student theater, wr...
Harvard University
B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Kelsey
I am currently a graduate student at Columbia University pursuing my Masters in Public Administration. For the past three years, I have worked at education focused non-profit organizations. During this time, I have worked as a literacy and math tutor for middle school students, as well as led a writ...
University of Miami
Bachelors, International Studies, Political Science
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Public Administration

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

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Shin
I am currently a sophomore at Columbia University in the City of New York. I am pursuing a degree in Earth and Environmental Engineering with a concentration in Sustainability and Energy, and I am minoring in East Asian Studies (specifically, Japanese). After graduation, I plan on working in the ren...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering

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Jason
I am currently studying towards my graduate degree at Columbia University. I've received my BA in philosophy from Durham University in England. Throughout my studies I have developed extensive logical and reasoning skills that I believe were key to my academic success, and skills which I believe any...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Arts, Philosophy
Durham University (UK)
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Sherry
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College, Columbia University. In the past, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a public school classroom, a mento...
University of Chicago
Bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Vivian
I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in violin performance at the Juilliard School. I have tutored privately and through Chegg Tutoring, Varsity Tutors, PrepExpert, and iLearn World throughout high school and college, with most of my experience being in standardized test prep and English. The m...
Yale University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tutors help students develop active reading habits like annotation, questioning, and summarizing key ideas as they read. They also work on building vocabulary in context and teaching students to identify main ideas versus supporting details, which strengthens overall comprehension across different text types.
Tutors guide students through analyzing character development, themes, symbolism, and authorial purpose by asking probing questions and modeling close reading techniques. This personalized approach helps students move beyond plot summary to develop deeper interpretations supported by textual evidence.
Tutors work with students to identify specific challenges—whether it's decoding, pace, or understanding complex sentence structures—and tailor instruction accordingly. With personalized 1-on-1 attention, students build confidence and develop customized strategies that work for their learning style, which is difficult to achieve in larger classroom settings with a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Tutors teach students to recognize question patterns, manage time effectively, and use strategic reading techniques specific to standardized test formats. They also provide practice with timed passages and detailed feedback on why certain answers are correct, helping students build both skills and test confidence.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in New York who specialize in reading instruction and can work with your student's schedule and learning goals. Simply share your student's needs, and you'll be matched with a tutor ready to provide personalized support.
Strong readers develop better understanding of sentence structure, organization, and style by studying how skilled authors write. Tutors help students make this connection explicit, showing how analyzing texts they read directly improves their own writing clarity and persuasiveness.
Tutors typically assess reading level through discussions about what students are reading, comprehension checks on various text types, and observations of fluency and vocabulary knowledge. This initial assessment helps tutors create a personalized plan that meets students exactly where they are and targets areas for growth.
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