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5+ years
Megan
I am a Junior at the University of Michigan studying Statistics with an interest in connecting technology to social change. As someone who greatly benefitted from tutoring early on in my education, I am passionate about helping others reach new levels of understanding and security in their education...
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Emma
As a current nursing student, teaching is part of what I do every day-- from educating parents on child development to helping seniors understand the pathophysiology of diabetes, and even helping classmates with homework. I love being able to share my love of learning with others, and I hope to be a...
Resurrection University
Current Undergrad, Nursing
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Holly
I have been in the real estate industry for more than 25 years. I thoroughly enjoy teaching professionals transitioning into real estate. I feel my pragmatic approach as an instructor ensures the students learn the prerequisite course material to successfully become licensed real estate agents. I us...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Abigail
I've been tutoring with Varsity Tutors for over 2 years, mostly as an ACT/SAT and K-12 English tutor. Although, I'm also comfortable teaching many social sciences, history, and humanities subjects. Previously, I also volunteered as an adult ESL tutor and taught 4th and 5th grade reading and math rem...
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Dan
I am a former high schools physics teacher and current graduate student in mathematics.I've had experience tutoring math subjects since my undergraduate days-- in a distant epoch-- and was lucky enough to teach the first AP Physics course at a high school in Florida.I believe that my approach to tea...
Thomas Edison State College
Bachelors, Natural Science/Math
The University of West Florida
Current Grad Student, Math
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sampada
I am a graduate of the University of Houston where I double majored in Honors Biomedical Sciences and Public Health. I recently completed my Master of Science, and will be attending medical s book in July. I have been tutoring for many years in a broad range of subjects, and I love working with stud...
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Certified Tutor
Ruth
I am a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked wi...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Marlee
I have a love for learning and a love for teaching. I have my Master's degree in Special Education, Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) and Secondary English Language Arts certifications. My Bachelor's degree is in English from Northeastern University. I am also a Certified Behavior Instructor for...
DePaul University
Masters, Special Education
Northeastern University
Bachelors, English
Certified Tutor
Chinedu
Over the past decade, I have done paid and voluntary tutoring of Chemical Engineering and Math courses in both one-on-one and classroom settings. However, I particularly enjoy tutoring Math and my students often wish I were the actual professor for the course.Furthermore, I have a very strong backgr...
Federal University of Technology, Owerri
Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
University of Houston
Current Grad Student, Chemical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Francesca
I am an attorney who graduated from Hofstra Law in 2023. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Farmingdale State College and graduated in 2019. Prior to going into law, I was a biology major and worked at a dental surgeon's office for four years. I am passionate about teaching other...
Adelphi University
Current Undergrad, Biology, General
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Tutors working with Varsity Tutors understand California's academic standards and the specific curricula used across San Francisco's 17 school districts. They personalize instruction to complement what students are learning in their classes, whether that's preparing for district assessments, mastering challenging units, or getting ahead in their coursework. This targeted approach means students see direct improvements in their classroom performance.
While San Francisco maintains a solid 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio, even smaller class sizes can't replicate the power of personalized 1-on-1 instruction. In a classroom, teachers must pace lessons for 20+ students with different learning styles and speeds. Personalized tutoring allows tutors to identify exactly where a student is struggling—whether it's algebra fundamentals, essay structure, or test-taking strategy—and adjust teaching methods immediately. Research shows students learn significantly faster with this level of individualized attention.
High school students typically struggle with transitions—whether it's adjusting to freshman year's workload, handling multiple teacher expectations, mastering advanced math concepts, or managing heavy reading loads in humanities classes. Tutors also help students develop stronger study habits, time management skills, and test preparation strategies for SATs, ACTs, and AP exams. Many San Francisco students benefit from support navigating the college-prep environment, which can feel overwhelming without targeted guidance.
Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors across all major high school subjects including English, Math (Algebra through Calculus), Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), History, Foreign Languages, and test prep for the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. Whether a student needs foundational support in core classes or advanced preparation for college entrance exams, there are expert tutors available to help them reach their goals.
When you connect with Varsity Tutors, you'll be matched with a tutor based on your student's specific needs—whether that's their subject, grade level, learning style, or goals. You can discuss your student's challenges and what they're working toward, and tutors customize their approach from the first session. If the fit isn't perfect, you can request a different tutor. The personalized matching process ensures your student gets instruction that actually works for them.
Many students see noticeable improvements within a few weeks of consistent 1-on-1 tutoring, especially when addressing specific gaps or weak concepts. However, the timeline depends on factors like the subject's complexity, how far behind the student is, and tutoring frequency. A tutor can assess your student's situation in the first session and give you realistic expectations for improvement in their particular subject and goals.
Yes. Beyond improving classroom performance, tutors help with SAT and ACT preparation, AP exam review, course selection strategy, and building the academic skills colleges expect—like critical thinking, research, and essay writing. Many San Francisco students work with tutors throughout high school to strengthen their academic profile and prepare for college-level coursework. This comprehensive support gives students confidence heading into college applications and admissions.
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