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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 subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.

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 electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.
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 at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
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 towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.
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 tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.
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 my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
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 campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
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 describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!
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 Medicine.
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 Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
I am comfortable tutoring math subjects up to multivariable calculus and differential equations, as well as college physics.
I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
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IB essays require a clear analytical structure that goes beyond traditional five-paragraph format. You'll need a compelling introduction that frames your argument within the broader context of your text, body paragraphs that develop distinct analytical points with textual evidence, and a conclusion that synthesizes your ideas rather than simply restating them. A tutor can help you understand how IB examiners assess criterion A (knowledge and understanding) and criterion B (analysis and evaluation), ensuring your essay structure directly supports these requirements rather than just organizing information chronologically or thematically.
An IB Diploma thesis must be specific, debatable, and analytical rather than purely descriptive. Instead of "Shakespeare uses symbolism in Macbeth," a stronger thesis might be "The recurring motif of blood in Macbeth functions as both a manifestation of guilt and a marker of ambition's corrupting influence." Your thesis should preview the analytical lens you'll apply throughout the essay and suggest complexity—IB examiners reward essays that engage with nuance and multiple interpretations. Working with a tutor helps you craft a thesis that's ambitious enough to sustain a full analytical essay while remaining focused and defensible.
IB essays require embedded quotations woven into your own analytical sentences, not standalone block quotes. For example, instead of quoting a full passage, you might write: "When Gatsby describes Daisy's voice as 'full of money,' Fitzgerald uses synesthesia to collapse the distinction between Daisy's identity and her wealth, revealing how materialism has corrupted romantic idealism." Each quotation should serve your argument directly, and you should spend more time analyzing the evidence than presenting it. Tutors can show you how to select the most precise, economical quotations and integrate them so that your analysis—not the quote—drives your argument forward.
Summary describes what happens in a text; analysis explains how and why the author's choices create meaning and effect. In an IB essay, you might summarize a scene briefly for context, but the bulk of your paragraph should examine the author's techniques—word choice, imagery, structure, tone—and their impact on the reader or on your larger argument. For instance, rather than summarizing that a character feels conflicted, analyze how the author's use of fragmented syntax, contradictory imagery, or shifts in perspective conveys that internal conflict. A tutor can help you develop the critical eye to spot these techniques and the analytical vocabulary to discuss them with precision.
Effective revision for IB essays involves multiple passes, each with a different focus. First, check your argument's logic and whether each paragraph supports your thesis (criterion B—analysis). Next, examine your textual evidence: Is it precise, well-integrated, and analyzed thoroughly? Then refine your academic voice and expression, ensuring your language is sophisticated but clear (criterion C). Finally, proofread for grammar and mechanics. Rather than trying to fix everything at once, working with a tutor helps you develop a systematic revision process and learn to self-assess your work against IB criteria, building skills you'll use on exam day when you won't have external feedback.
Common pitfalls include relying too heavily on plot summary instead of analysis, making sweeping claims without textual support, using vague language ("the author shows," "it's important"), and failing to engage with alternative interpretations or complexity in the text. Students often also struggle with criterion A—demonstrating genuine knowledge of the text's context, themes, and literary significance—by treating the essay as a general writing assignment rather than a literature-specific analytical task. Tutors help you recognize these patterns in your own writing and develop the habits that earn top marks: precise textual analysis, sophisticated argumentation, and engagement with the text's complexity.
IB exam essays require strategic planning: spend 5-10 minutes reading the prompt carefully and planning your thesis and main points before writing, 30-35 minutes drafting your essay with full paragraphs, and 5-10 minutes reviewing for clarity and errors. The key is drafting efficiently without getting stuck on perfection—you can refine language during your review time. Many students lose points by spending too long on introduction or running out of time for a strong conclusion. A tutor can help you practice timed writing, develop a planning template that works for you, and build the confidence to write analytically under pressure while maintaining the rigor IB examiners expect.
IB academic voice balances sophistication with clarity—you should sound authoritative and analytical without being pretentious or obscure. This means using subject-specific terminology accurately ("juxtaposition," "unreliable narrator"), varying your sentence structure for emphasis, and choosing precise verbs over filler phrases. Avoid colloquialisms, first-person pronouns (unless the prompt allows), and hedging language like "I think" or "in my opinion." Instead of "The book is really good because it has good characters," write "The novel's psychological depth emerges through the protagonist's fragmented internal monologue, which mirrors her fractured sense of identity." Tutors provide targeted feedback on your voice, helping you strengthen your analytical tone while maintaining authenticity in your writing.
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