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Niabari

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Niabari

Masters, Science of Health Care Delivery
Niabari's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Molecular Genetics
College Essays

I am in the midst of the medical school admissions process, but hopefully, it will conclude soon. I have a comprehensive understanding of subjects ranging from the social sciences to math. As a tutor, I want to instill confidence into my students. I want them to not only material itself, but I also ...

Education

Arizona State University

Masters, Science of Health Care Delivery

Duke University

Bachelors

Galen

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Galen

Bachelor's degree
Galen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
PSAT Critical Reading

I am more passionate about the latter, and within the humanities I am most passionate about philosophy and English. The most important thing I've learned from those two fields (and the thing I'd most want to pass on to students) is how to find the right words for thoughts - this is important, not ju...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelor's degree

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Courtney

Master of Science, Biology, General
Courtney's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
Environmental Science

I'm not teaching biology to undergraduate majors at ASU, I research topics in aquatic ecology. Understanding the connectedness and patterns of environmental processes in aquatic ecosystems drives my passion to become an ecologist!

Education

Arizona State University

Master of Science, Biology, General

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science, Environmental Sciences

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Alexis

Bachelor in Arts
Alexis's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SSAT- Upper Level
SSAT- Middle Level

I am currently in the process of applying to Law School. I have tutored middle school and high school students in subjects ranging from 5th grade reading to geometry to the SAT. While I am happy and able to tutor a number of subjects, I am most passionate about Test Prep because these scores are ver...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1470
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Elizabeth

Master of Arts, Political Science and Government
Elizabeth's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
PSAT Critical Reading

I'm Liz! I'm so excited to help my students reach their academic goals. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Government and Performance and Communication Arts, and a Master's Degree in Chinese Politics. With a long academic career and lots of experience with standardized tests, I'm ready help prepare my st...

Education

East China Normal University

Master of Arts, Political Science and Government

St. Lawrence University

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Linda

Master of Philosophy
Linda's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
CLEP Humanities
CLEP College Composition

I am especially committed to supporting first-generation college students, those for whom English is a second language, and working adults as they navigate the challenges of higher ed. Nevertheless, I have taught and mentored graduate students at Harvard and talented undergrads in a variety of disci...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Philosophy

Saint Catherine University

Bachelor in Arts, English Composition

Certified Tutor

11+ years

Troy

AB
Troy's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
Algebra
Elementary School Math
SAT Math

I am an Arizona native. Upon graduating from Desert Mountain High School, I attended Rice University and I received my Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology with a business focus. At Rice I was a student/athlete representing the Division I Owls in track and field. After several years experience voluntaril...

Education

Rice University

AB

Test Scores
SAT
1360

Certified Tutor

Kristi

PHD, Exploration Systems Design
Kristi's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic

I am a graduate of Harvard University. I received a dual Bachelor of Arts in Astrophysics and Earth & Planetary Science. After completing my undergraduate degree, I worked full-time as a post-baccalaureate researcher at Columbia University's Astrophysics Laboratory in New York City. Currently, I'm w...

Education

Arizona State University

PHD, Exploration Systems Design

Harvard University

Bachelor of Arts in Astrophysics and Earth & Planetary Science

Certified Tutor

16+ years

Michelle

Bachelor in Arts
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning

I am a great tutor because I am young and enthusiastic. I can relate to the kids I tutor because I recently experienced the classes and standardized tests that they are taking. I use an informal style so that the student can feel comfortable asking questions. I try to connect personally to the stude...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1490

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ivanna

Masters, Political Science: Current democracies.
Ivanna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am always in the search for knowledge; I love learning new things and I love sharing that which I have learned. I believe there is power in the ability to speak a second or even a third language, and in the same way that I would like to learn more languages I believe it is only fair to help others...

Education

Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Masters, Political Science: Current democracies.

Arizona State University

Bachelors, Global Studies/Political Science

Certified Tutor

13+ years

Daniel

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am interested in bettering your educational experience in the Life Sciences, Chemistry, and Math! If you or your child is struggling with math or science courses or, perhaps, is preparing for a standardized test that requires application knowledge in these areas then I may be the guy for you! I am...

Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

University of California Los Angeles

Doctor of Dental Science, Dentistry

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Alice

Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Alice's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Biology
High School Biology

I'm a rising senior at Yale University. My two main passions in life are biology and English--people might see them as completely opposite subjects, but I think they're just two sides of the same coin! As a tutor, I believe that flexibility and personalization are key. Above all, my goal is to help ...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Annelisa

Bachelors
Annelisa's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
SAT Writing and Language

I'm Annelisa, originally from Phoenix, Arizona. I recently graduated from Yale University, where I studied art and its interactions with political journalism and science. I'm happy to tutor on a wide range of subjects, especially writing, college application, and the SAT!

Education

Yale University

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

Jake

Bachelor in Arts, Marketing
Jake's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry

I'm always trying out new techniques that match the unique strengths of each individual student. I look forward to helping you reach your goals, whether it's writing an essay, practicing Spanish or learning calculus!

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor in Arts, Marketing

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

Tim

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Tim's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Multivariable Calculus
Trigonometry

I am fluent in English (professional) and Mandarin (native). From my 25+ years in universities and major companies in the industry (as engineer, software developer, team manager), I worked extensively, face-to-face, with people and groups of diversified culture and professional background in roles f...

Education

Zhejiang University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

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Daniel

Middle School Math Tutor • +30 Subjects

I am interested in bettering your educational experience in the Life Sciences, Chemistry, and Math! If you or your child is struggling with math or science courses or, perhaps, is preparing for a standardized test that requires application knowledge in these areas then I may be the guy for you! I am also interested in tutoring individuals who are working towards acceptance into a professional school that might have been out of school for a while. Hobbies: reading, writing, art, books, traveling, music, running, hiking, travel

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Alice

Calculus Tutor • +22 Subjects

I'm a rising senior at Yale University. My two main passions in life are biology and English--people might see them as completely opposite subjects, but I think they're just two sides of the same coin! As a tutor, I believe that flexibility and personalization are key. Above all, my goal is to help people not just do well in their assignments but also truly understand the material. I look forward to working with you!

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Annelisa

Calculus Tutor • +34 Subjects

I'm Annelisa, originally from Phoenix, Arizona. I recently graduated from Yale University, where I studied art and its interactions with political journalism and science. I'm happy to tutor on a wide range of subjects, especially writing, college application, and the SAT!

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Jake

AP Statistics Tutor • +58 Subjects

I'm always trying out new techniques that match the unique strengths of each individual student. I look forward to helping you reach your goals, whether it's writing an essay, practicing Spanish or learning calculus!

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Tim

College Algebra Tutor • +27 Subjects

I am fluent in English (professional) and Mandarin (native). From my 25+ years in universities and major companies in the industry (as engineer, software developer, team manager), I worked extensively, face-to-face, with people and groups of diversified culture and professional background in roles from teaching, training for 1:1 or large audience, customer support world wide, product demonstration and publication presentations at leading industrial conferences.

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Rachelle

College Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects

I am a recent graduate from Arizona State University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelors in philosophy. I will be attending the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in the fall of 2012. I have always been successful in academics and enjoy school thoroughly. I have also served as a Military Police Officer for the Arizona Army National Guard for over four years. Hobbies: art, movies, books, writing, reading, music, painting

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Diana

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +19 Subjects

I am a graduate of Stanford University. I received my BA in Philosophy, and continued with graduate studies at Brown University where I received my MA in philosophy and completed all my course requirements for a PhD in philosophy. After several adventurous decades including travel in Africa and Asia, building a house in the Gulf Islands of British Columbia, running a business designing and selling jewelry, and building alternative straw bale buildings on my property in the White Mountains of Arizona, I started tutoring math at Northland Pioneer College in Snowflake and Show Low, AZ. The past two years I have been spending most of my time in the Phoenix area where I am tutoring math, ranging from arithmetic to algebra to trig and calculus, with my main love and main focus being on algebra. What I love about algebra is the detective work---figuring out what needs to be done to solve a problem instead of just attacking it with a calculator. My tutoring style is to adapt my explanations to the needs of my students---there are always several ways to do any given problem, and I ask questions to determine which way will work best for an individual student. In my spare time, I am an artist, in ceramics and fused glass; and I love reading, mainly non-fiction in the area of personal growth and development.

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Ansh

AP Chemistry Tutor • +5 Subjects

I have over two years of tutoring and teaching experience at Case Western Reserve University. I served as a Supplemental Instructor for ENGR 145 (Chemistry of Materials), where I created worksheets, led review sessions, and helped students develop strong conceptual foundations. I later worked as a Teaching Assistant for ENGR 210 (Circuits and Instrumentation), grading assignments and assisting students with hands-on circuit building and lab work. As a Biomedical Engineering major on the pre-med track, I specialize in tutoring pre-health and engineering courses, including General and Physical Chemistry, Math, Biology, Physics, and Anatomy and Physiology. I also provide MCAT preparation in the B/B, C/P, and P/S sections. My teaching approach focuses on clear explanations, active problem-solving, and adapting to each student's learning style. I strive to make challenging material approachable while helping students build confidence and independent learning skills.

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John

College Algebra Tutor • +85 Subjects

I'm currently the co-founder of a software-as-a-service company based in NYC. I left law to pursue my passion for technology and I've learned a tremendous amount by working in the tech startup space. Hobbies: books, writing, reading, traveling, music, art, travel

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Alex

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +56 Subjects

I'm a current medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine with undergraduate degrees from Washington and Lee in chemical engineering and anthropology. I have extensive experience in tutoring and teaching since 2010, and am ready to help you with your learning needs! I focus on standardized testing (SAT/ACT) and also tutor in a wide range of math, English, and Spanish classes. In my free time, I like to run, do CrossFit, volunteer, and watch TV!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students from across Maricopa's 20 schools and all 6 school districts with expert tutors. Whether your student attends a school in the Maricopa Unified School District, Chandler-Gilbert Community College's K-12 programs, or another local district, we can match them with a tutor who understands their specific curriculum and academic needs.

With an average student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1 in Maricopa schools, many students benefit from one-on-one instruction that classroom settings simply can't provide. Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who focus entirely on their learning style, pace, and specific gaps—allowing for the kind of individualized attention that helps students catch up, stay ahead, or build confidence in challenging subjects.

Tutors who work with Maricopa students are familiar with Arizona's academic standards and the expectations across grade levels and subject areas. They can target specific skills your student needs to master—whether that's Arizona's math standards, English language arts benchmarks, or science concepts—and use targeted practice and feedback to help them progress.

Students in Maricopa seek tutoring across a wide range of subjects, with math and English language arts being among the most common, especially as students prepare for state assessments and high school transitions. We also work with many students on science, social studies, test prep (including SAT and ACT), and subject-specific support in areas like algebra, geometry, and writing skills.

In the first session, the tutor will get to know your student—their current academic level, learning style, specific challenges, and goals. They'll assess what's working and where support is needed, then create a personalized plan moving forward. This foundation helps ensure every session afterward is focused and effective for your student's unique needs.

Absolutely. Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who can work around school schedules, extracurricular activities, and family commitments. Whether your student needs consistent weekly sessions during the school year or intensive support before a big test or assignment, tutoring can be customized to fit your family's schedule.

When a student is struggling, personalized tutoring provides the focused support and encouragement they need to catch up. Tutors can break down difficult concepts into manageable pieces, use different teaching approaches tailored to how your student learns best, and build confidence through small wins. This targeted approach helps students close gaps and get back on track with their peers.

Getting started is simple—just tell us about your student's grade level, the subject they need help with, and your scheduling preferences. Varsity Tutors will match them with an expert tutor who's a great fit, and you can meet for your first session quickly. Most families are connected with a tutor and meeting within days.

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