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2+ years
Rachelle
I am a graduate of The University of South Carolina School of Music where I received a Master of Music in Composition. Since graduation, I have composed and recorded works for multiple ensembles, but my true passion is music education. I enjoy seeing people gain confidence with learning. Celebratin...
University of South Carolina-Union
Master's/Graduate
Full Sail University
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Beth
I am eager to encourage and inspire my students to reach their educational goals. I have forty plus years of classroom teaching experience with an exceptional track record and over ten years of experience in successfully leading and supervising other teachers as elementary principal.
Baylor University
AB
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Jessica
I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Southern Nevada, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2015. I also earned a minor in Mathematics, which gave me a great foundation in both math and science. I am passionate about helping students understand math and scien...
College of Southern Nevada
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Raylynn
As a passionate educator pursuing a Master's degree in Psychology from Dallas Baptist University, I have over 4 years of tutoring experience across various subjects, including College English, Creative Writing, science, Psychology. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning ...
Dallas Baptist University
Master's/Graduate
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
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP English Language is a college-level course that teaches students to analyze and write persuasive arguments, understand rhetorical strategies, and develop critical reading skills. For 7th graders, this accelerated curriculum builds strong foundational skills in composition, argument analysis, and effective communication—skills that prepare students for success in high school AP courses and beyond.
Personalized instruction allows tutors to focus on your specific writing challenges, whether that's crafting thesis statements, analyzing rhetorical devices, or managing timed essay writing. One-on-one sessions provide immediate feedback on your work, targeted practice with question formats you find difficult, and strategies tailored to your learning style—something that's hard to get in a classroom setting with an 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Common struggles include understanding complex rhetorical analysis, managing time during timed writing tasks, and developing sophisticated argument structures. Many 7th graders also struggle with identifying and explaining rhetorical devices like ethos, pathos, and logos in real texts, and translating that analysis into their own persuasive writing. A tutor can break down these concepts into manageable steps and provide targeted practice.
Your first session is a chance for your tutor to understand your current skill level, learning style, and specific goals—whether you're aiming to strengthen argument writing, improve essay organization, or build confidence with timed assignments. The tutor will likely review some of your recent work, identify your strongest areas and growth opportunities, and create a personalized plan for your next sessions.
Timed writing is one of the most challenging aspects of AP English Language, and tutors help by teaching you a strategic approach: planning your essay structure before writing, practicing with actual time constraints, and developing shortcuts for analysis. Regular practice with timed prompts, combined with feedback on what slowed you down, helps you build speed and confidence without sacrificing quality.
Tutors break rhetorical analysis into clear steps: identifying the author's purpose and audience, spotting specific devices (metaphor, repetition, parallel structure), and explaining how each device supports the argument. Through guided practice with real texts and your own writing, tutors help you move from simply naming devices to explaining their effect—the deeper thinking AP English Language requires.
With consistent, focused tutoring (typically 1-2 sessions per week), students often notice improvements in argument clarity and essay organization within 3-4 weeks. More significant gains in rhetorical analysis skills and timed writing performance usually develop over 2-3 months as you practice new strategies and receive personalized feedback on your work.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Birmingham who specialize in AP English Language and understand the specific demands of accelerated coursework for 7th graders. You can share your goals and learning preferences, and we'll match you with a tutor experienced in helping students master argument analysis, persuasive writing, and test-taking strategies.
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