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8+ years
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...
Stanford University
Bachelor's degree
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Andrew
I am currently working with Varsity Tutors while I finish my Ph.D. in Education at the University of Virginia. I have taught, tutored, and coached for over a decade in more than 30 countries. I was also a Division 1 athlete throughout college, managed an NGO in China, and mentored several students i...
Fairfield University
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Doctor of Philosophy, Education
Certified Tutor
Mara
I am a composer and pianist currently living in Tucson, AZ. My experience in teaching both academic and performing arts curricula as a graduate student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst helped me develop a teaching style that focuses on experiential learning and personal communication, aski...
University of North Texas
Bachelors, Music Performance
Certified Tutor
16+ years
Michelle
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...
Rice University
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I'm excited to share my love of science and learning through tutoring! I tutor Biology, Ecology, and standardized test prep. From high school to Stanford, I have learned that lectures are often difficult for students to follow. They can lose confidence in subjects because the information is not pres...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
I am here because I thoroughly enjoy working with students and watching them succeed in their academic studies. As a Mathematics major at the University of Arizona (currently a junior), I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring: I have been a teacher's assistant for a Calculus II section at ...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
4+ years
I'm currently studying to obtain a degree for Cognitive and Neuroscience at the University of Arizona. I have tutored within my school district for four years with students of all ages. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate and skilled with math - specifically algebra - and w...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Cassondra
I am currently the 4th-8th grade Newcomer English as a Second Language Teacher at an elementary school in Glendale, Arizona. As an English as a Second Language Teacher, I am well-versed in intervention and intensive tutoring for reading, writing, and grammar. I have taught students in Pre-K through ...
Grand Canyon University
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Certified Tutor
Sonya
I am a 2014 graduate from The University of Arizona with a Ph.D. in Special Education with a focus on Deafness and a minor in Family Studies and Human Development. I graduated with a Master's degree in Deaf Education in 2004 from The University of Arizona and earned my Bachelor's degree from the Uni...
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor in Arts, French Literature
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Shannon
I am a recent Portland transplant from the East Coast, along with my fiancee and our dog Max. I'm in the process of transitioning into a career in software development, and am currently attending a coding bootcamp downtown. When I'm not wrestling with Ruby and JavaScript, you can find me exploring P...
St. John's College - Annapolis
Bachelors, Liberal Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Writing tutors provide detailed feedback on your specific strengths and weaknesses—whether that's thesis development, organization, argumentation, or grammar. Rather than generic comments, you get targeted guidance on how to strengthen your voice and structure, with revision strategies tailored to your writing style. This personalized approach helps you understand not just what to fix, but why and how to apply those lessons to future assignments.
A writing tutor engages with you throughout the entire writing process—from brainstorming and outlining through drafting and revision—offering real-time dialogue about your ideas. Online tools can catch grammar errors, but they can't help you develop a compelling argument, find your voice, or understand why a particular sentence isn't working. Tutors ask questions that push your thinking and help you become a stronger, more independent writer.
Absolutely. Writer's block and disorganization are two of the most common challenges students face, and tutors are skilled at helping you work through both. They can teach you brainstorming techniques, help you create outlines that give your essay structure, and guide you through the revision process so your ideas flow logically. With personalized strategies, you'll develop confidence in tackling essays independently.
Yes. Whether you're learning MLA, APA, Chicago, or another citation style, tutors can teach you the rules and help you apply them correctly to your papers. Beyond just formatting, they'll help you understand why proper citations matter and how to integrate sources smoothly into your writing. Many students find that once they understand the logic behind citation styles, they can apply them confidently across assignments.
Literary analysis tutors teach you how to read closely, identify themes and literary devices, and develop interpretations supported by textual evidence. They help you move beyond plot summary to deeper analysis, and show you how to construct arguments about what a text means. Strong reading comprehension and analysis skills are foundational to strong writing, so tutors often work on both together.
Your first session is about understanding your goals and learning style. A tutor will likely ask about the types of writing you do most (essays, creative writing, research papers), what challenges you face, and what you'd like to improve. You might bring a recent assignment or draft to discuss, or simply talk through your writing process. This foundation helps the tutor create a personalized plan for your next sessions.
Tutors for students in Tucson work with writers at all levels—from middle school essay writing through high school AP Literature and college-level composition. They're experienced with various writing forms including narrative essays, argumentative papers, research projects, creative writing, and college application essays. Whether you're building foundational writing skills or refining advanced techniques, there's a tutor who can help.
Yes—developing your authentic voice is a key part of becoming a stronger writer. Tutors help you understand the difference between grammar rules (which are fixed) and style choices (which are flexible), and they guide you in making intentional decisions about tone, word choice, and sentence structure. As you practice with feedback, you'll naturally develop a voice that feels genuine and confident.
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