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Dorothy

Certified Tutor

Dorothy

Bachelor in Arts, English
Dorothy's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am not working, I am usually swing dancing! I also spend my time reading, crocheting, and taking selfies with my cat.

Education

Loyola University-New Orleans

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1440
Fady

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Fady

Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Fady's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Elementary Math
Calculus

I am currently seeking admission into medical school. Meanwhile, I am doing what I enjoy doing the most, tutoring students and helping them through their academic struggles. I enjoy interacting with students and seeing them improve academically as it gives me a lot of self-satisfaction. I enjoy teac...

Education

University of California-Irvine

Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences

Certified Tutor

Will

Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies
Will's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
PSAT Writing Skills

I'm an avid reader, musician, outdoors-enthusiast, chef, and movie-watcher.

Education

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1590

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Solange

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Solange's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking

I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Current Grad Student, M.D.
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...

Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, M.D.

Rice University

Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

Elena

Masters, Biblical Studies
Elena's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SSAT- Upper Level
SSAT- Middle Level

I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle ...

Education

University of Edinburgh

Masters, Biblical Studies

Mcgill University

Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Daniel

Bachelors
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...

Education

Brown University

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Frequently Asked Questions

In Long Beach classrooms with an average student-teacher ratio of 24:1, it's challenging for teachers to address each student's unique learning pace and gaps. Personalized tutoring focuses entirely on your learning style, allowing tutors to slow down on difficult concepts, accelerate through material you've mastered, and fill specific knowledge gaps that may have accumulated. This targeted approach often leads to faster progress than classroom instruction alone, especially when tackling challenging high school subjects.

Your initial session is focused on assessment and connection. A tutor will discuss your academic goals, identify specific challenges you're facing, and understand your learning preferences. They'll review your current coursework and any recent assessments to pinpoint exactly where personalized instruction will have the most impact. This foundation ensures that subsequent sessions are tailored to your needs from day one.

High school students often struggle with the increased rigor of courses, managing multiple subjects simultaneously, and understanding how to apply concepts across different topics. Common pain points include algebra and geometry foundations affecting later math courses, essay writing and critical reading skills needed across all subjects, and test-taking strategies for standardized assessments. Personalized tutoring addresses these by building foundational skills, teaching subject-specific strategies, and helping students develop confidence in challenging areas.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand California's standards and the specific curriculum used across Long Beach's 8 school districts. Whether you're working on Common Core math, state science standards, or English language arts requirements, tutors can align instruction with what you're learning in class and help you excel on district assessments and state exams.

Absolutely. Personalized tutoring strengthens your understanding of course material, which directly improves classroom performance and GPA. Additionally, tutors can provide targeted test-prep strategies for the SAT, ACT, AP exams, or other standardized assessments you're taking. Many students see meaningful improvements in both their course grades and test scores when they combine consistent tutoring with focused practice.

Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors across all major high school subjects including math (algebra, geometry, precalculus, calculus), sciences (biology, chemistry, physics), English and literature, history and social studies, foreign languages, and test prep for standardized exams. Whether you need help with a single subject or support across multiple classes, we can match you with the right tutor for your needs.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have strong subject expertise and experience working with high school students. Many hold degrees in their subject areas, have teaching experience, or have demonstrated mastery through standardized test scores and academic credentials. Each tutor is selected based on their ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt their teaching to individual student needs.

Getting started is simple—tell us about your academic goals and which subjects you need help with, and we'll match you with a tutor who fits your needs. You can then schedule your first session at a time that works for you. Most students see the value of tutoring within the first few sessions, so you can adjust your tutoring plan as you progress.

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