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Award-Winning 10th Grade Homework Tutors serving San Diego, CA

Mary

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Mary

Juris Doctor, Comparative Psychology
Mary's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I have a great passion for learning, and look forward to sharing this passion with my students. I feel as if I succeed when my students do!

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts, Architecture

Northwestern University

Juris Doctor, Comparative Psychology

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1560
ACT
36
Olivia

Certified Tutor

Olivia

Masters, English
Olivia's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
British Literature
College English
College Level American Literature

I hold a master's degree in English from Boston College, and I have 5-6 years of tutoring experience, depending on the subject. I also teach college level writing and English.I tutor ESL/ELL, English, Writing, Editing, Grammar and Style, SAT Reading, and Literature. I most enjoy tutoring writing, si...

Education

Boston College

Masters, English

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelors, English

Test Scores
SAT
1490
GRE
320
Luci

Certified Tutor

15+ years

Luci

Juris Doctor, Law
Luci's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Science
ACT Writing

I am a former practicing attorney, transitioning into part-time tutoring and teaching so that I may spend more time with my family. I have previously taught part time at a local technical college. In addition to my teaching experience, throughout my career I have been responsible for training new le...

Education

University of Georgia

Associates, Journalism

University of Georgia

Juris Doctor, Law

Troy

Certified Tutor

Troy

Masters, Accountancy
Troy's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
ACT Math
Algebra
Business

I am a Certified Public Accountant with experience working in the corporate world. After graduating from the University of Illinois with a degree in accountancy, I went on to work at KPMG in the corporate tax department. Through that position, I learned the tax compliance process for both federal an...

Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Masters, Accountancy

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Bachelors, Accountancy

Nick

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Nick

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Nick's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Calculus

My name is Nick. I am currently a Sophomore at the University of Portland. I am in the National Honors Society since high school and I have been tutoring ever since. I love helping students understand tough subjects and seeing them progress as the year progresses. Being able to help others is truly ...

Education

University of Portland

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Amanda

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Amanda

Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts (concentration in Literature and Musicology)
Amanda's other Tutor Subjects
AP Italian Language and Culture
AP Spanish Language & Culture
AP Spanish Literature and Culture
Conversational Italian

I am a graduate of The New School in New York. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Arts in Context a comparison with Literature and Musicology with a minor in foreign languages, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz Bass Performance.Since graduation, I tutored Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian to private ...

Education

Eugene Lang The New School for Liberal Arts

Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts (concentration in Literature and Musicology)

Olivia

Certified Tutor

Olivia

Master of Arts, Intercultural, Multicultural, and Diversity Studies
Olivia's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
College English
Creative Writing
Elementary School Writing

Hi! I am a full-time Master's Student at Tufts University and have already obtained my MBA. I am CRLA Level 1+2 Certified, and served as the Master Writing Consultant in my undergrad career in the Academic Center for Excellence. I can help students of all ages, and I have tutored students from eleme...

Education

Tufts University

Master of Arts, Intercultural, Multicultural, and Diversity Studies

Bryant University

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Hend M.

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Hend M.

Bachelor in Arts, English
Hend's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Adult ESL/ELL
Arabic
College and University Admissions

With a doctoral degree in **Composition and Applied Linguistics** from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, I specialize in helping college students refine their academic writing skills.**Targeted Writing Support**Over the course of my career, I've guided undergraduate and graduate students through t...

Education

Tripoli University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Doctor of Science, English Composition

Janki

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Janki

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Janki's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am pursuing a B.S. degree in Neuroscience at the University of Kentucky that I will successfully complete in the Fall of 2020. I have tutored a wide range of students, both my peers and younger, in mostly STEM related fields. Although I tutor in a few different subjects, the subjects I am most pas...

Education

University of Kentucky

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
34
Tatiana

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Tatiana

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Tatiana's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Biology

As a current undergraduate at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) pursuing a Biochemistry BS, I have had the opportunity to tutor, mentor, and counsel a wide variety of students throughout my high school and college career. For the past four years, I have dedicated my efforts to tutoring el...

Education

University of California-Los Angeles

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Frequently Asked Questions

10th graders typically juggle increased academic rigor across multiple subjects—including algebra II, geometry, English literature analysis, chemistry, and world history—all with more independent work expected. With San Diego's average student-teacher ratio of 21.4:1, many students don't get individualized feedback on assignments before they're submitted. Common challenges include time management across subjects, understanding complex concepts without immediate clarification, and struggling to connect classroom learning to homework application. Personalized tutoring can help students develop stronger problem-solving strategies and catch gaps before they compound into larger issues.

One-on-one instruction focuses on your student's specific challenges rather than generic classroom pacing. A tutor can identify exactly where understanding breaks down—whether it's struggling with multi-step equations, essay organization, or lab report writing—and adjust explanations to your student's learning style. Research on personalized instruction shows that targeted feedback and practice in areas of weakness significantly accelerates improvement. With focused support on homework assignments, 10th graders often see improved confidence, better grades, and stronger foundation skills heading into 11th grade.

Homework support in 10th grade is especially valuable for core subjects where gaps compound: math (algebra II and geometry require solid foundational skills), English (essay writing and literary analysis are major focus areas), science (chemistry and physics involve complex problem-solving), and history (research papers and analytical writing are common). However, the best subject to focus on depends on your student's individual struggles. Many students benefit from starting with their most challenging subject to build momentum and confidence, then expanding to other areas if needed. Varsity Tutors can match your student with expert tutors across any subject they're taking.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who work one-on-one with your student to tackle homework strategically. Sessions typically focus on breaking down confusing concepts, working through challenging problems together, and teaching your student how to approach assignments independently. Rather than just providing answers, tutors help develop problem-solving skills so students can tackle similar homework in the future. Tutoring can be scheduled around your student's homework load—some students benefit from regular weekly sessions, while others prefer targeted help during heavy assignment weeks. This personalized approach works around your student's schedule and specific needs.

Yes—that's a core goal of personalized tutoring. Rather than creating dependence on tutors, expert instruction teaches 10th graders metacognitive skills like how to break down complex problems, identify what they don't understand, and find solutions systematically. Tutors model effective study strategies, help students organize their work, and gradually reduce scaffolding as confidence builds. This approach empowers students to handle future assignments with greater independence. Many students who start with homework support develop stronger academic habits that help them succeed in 11th grade and beyond, even after tutoring ends.

Most 10th graders are expected to complete 1-2 hours of homework daily across all subjects, though this varies by school and course load. If your student is spending significantly more time than that or consistently falling behind, it often signals a conceptual gap or inefficient study habits rather than laziness. Personalized tutoring can help identify where time is being wasted—whether it's reworking problems without understanding the underlying concept, difficulty organizing thoughts for essays, or test anxiety affecting homework completion. With targeted support, many students learn to work more efficiently and complete assignments in reasonable timeframes.

Yes—Varsity Tutors connects 10th graders from all of San Diego's 52 school districts with expert tutors who understand the curriculum standards and expectations across the region. Whether your student attends a public school, charter school, or private institution in San Diego, tutors can align homework support with your student's specific coursework, teachers' expectations, and pacing. This localized expertise ensures that tutoring directly supports what your student is learning in class, making homework sessions more relevant and effective.

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