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Charles

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Charles

Bachelor in Arts, Music Theory and Composition
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am passionate about learning and spreading that love of learning to others. Whether it be music, math, history, literature, or science, I have embraced education whole-heartedly my entire life and have had many wonderful experiences effectively sharing that passion with others and helping younger ...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor in Arts, Music Theory and Composition

Test Scores
ACT
33
Sahar

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Sahar

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Psychology
Sahar's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a junior at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia double majoring in Political Science and Psychology. I have previous tutoring experience in ACT, reading, writing, math, and history.

Education

Emory University

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Psychology

Test Scores
ACT
34
Benjamin

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Benjamin

Current Grad Student, English
Benjamin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm a rising junior at Columbia University studying English literature and computer science. I'm excited to begin my first summer working with Varsity Tutors! My strongest tutoring areas include ACT test prep, algebra and calculus I, computer science (Java and C) and building reading and writing ski...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, English

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36
Matt

Certified Tutor

Matt

Bachelors, Biology, Spanish
Matt's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I am a junior at the University of Wisconsin--Madison, working toward Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Spanish, as well as a Certificate in Leadership. I have volunteered as a tutor of high school students through Centro Hispano and junior high students through Mentoring Positives in Madis...

Education

University of Wisconsin Madison

Bachelors, Biology, Spanish

Test Scores
ACT
34
Pinelopi

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Pinelopi

Bachelor in Arts in Psychology
Pinelopi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts in Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Andrew

Certified Tutor

Andrew

Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature and Theater and Performance Studies
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Reading

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, class of 2012. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature and Theater and Performance Studies. Since graduation, I have continued to live in Chicago. I am a founding member of First Floor Theater, a Chicago storefront theater com...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature and Theater and Performance Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
32
Molly

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math and Reading intervention. I have several tools and resources from various curricula to work with an...

Education

Northwestern University

Master of Science in Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Benjamin

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Benjamin

Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics (minor: Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
Benjamin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Trigonometry
Middle School Math
Calculus

I am a 2023 graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a Finance/Economics major and a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. I am a passionate student in the math and business realms, as I enjoy the intuitiveness of the former and the real-world potential of the latter. During classes in midd...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics (minor: Innovation and Entrepreneurship)

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36
Felix

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Felix

Associate in Science
Felix's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am excited to be working with Varsity Tutors because I enjoy teaching and getting to share some of my academic experience. I have done a little tutoring, but most of my teaching experience is in the university setting as a TA. I'm particularly excited about biology and psychology, where I have the...

Education

University of Chicago

Associate in Science

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Sarah

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sarah

Bachelor of Economics, Economics
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

I am an incoming freshman at Northwestern University, and I will be studying economics and international studies. I have lots of experience in mentoring students individually and teaching in the classroom through being a student intern for a sophomore honors English class. I love working with studen...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Economics, Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
34

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Karishma

Calculus Tutor • +32 Subjects

I am very dedicated to helping students excel in school and in helping them develop study methods and styles that work best for them and that will serve them throughout school. I previously tutored with Boys Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able to tutor again and to work with students. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a previously struggling student excel and to have helped them improve along the way. Hobbies: reading, music, running, art, books, dancing, writing

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Rebecca

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +48 Subjects

I am a graduate of Northwestern University where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Religious Studies. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in social work at the University of Chicago's School of Social Service Administration. I am passionate about tutoring because I want everyone to be able to perform academically at their highest possible level. I also think it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style. Outside of academic interests, I enjoy cooking, being with friends and family, traveling the world, and looking as ridiculous as possible doing Zumba.

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Katie

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +33 Subjects

I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves are math and English (especially grammar). I truly believe my sincere energy and enthusiasm can help make students excited about learning. I welcome questions and value honesty while tutoring. My personal interests include international education, traveling, hiking, camping, and Notre Dame football.

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Asta

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +74 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare them for college in the United States.

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Jacob

Calculus Tutor • +33 Subjects

I am eager to help students thrive because I'm still very much a student myself, and will be for the foreseeable future. Though I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate student in Literature, and learned quite a bit during my time at Vanderbilt, there's still more work to be done. I am working towards a Master's degree, and will continue on from there.

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Ruth

1st Grade math Tutor • +47 Subjects

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 with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and engage them. Hobbies: music, dancing, singing, art, books, reading, writing

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Jonathan

AP Statistics Tutor • +23 Subjects

I am eager to help students wrestle with and master concepts in their math and physics classes. I have extensive experience tutoring students in both math and physics at the high school and college level in one on one and larger group settings. During my PhD I was awarded a teaching fellowship which allowed me to continue teaching while I continued to perform research and carry out my dissertation work.

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Camilla

Calculus Tutor • +18 Subjects

I am a current law student at Washington University in St. Louis and also graduated summa cum laude from their undergraduate program in 2014. I have dual citizenship with the US and Chile, and my hispanic roots have always been very important to me. I grew up speaking Spanish but have also dedicated a significant portion of my academic studies to Spanish language and literature as well. I am passionate about helping others reach their goals and take pride in helping make the Spanish language and various Spanish-speaking cultures more accessible to anyone willing to learn.

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Rashida

Calculus Tutor • +21 Subjects

I am a self-motivated, results-driven educator who enjoys teaching/tutoring students of all stages and from diverse backgrounds. I have a doctorate in Biological Sciences from the University of Illinois, Chicago and over 5 years' experience teaching college level biology courses in classroom (as a teaching assistant) and in private tutoring settings. In my teaching/tutoring roles, I plan and lead discussion sections in Mendelian and Molecular Genetics, Biochemistry, and Cell Biology. I create worksheets and practice questions to help student prepare for exams. I also guide students to understand and master course concepts in the above-mentioned courses as well as in research methods, and dissertation writing . I have helped improve students' grades, self-confidence and study skills, in part through motivating students and practicing constructivist teaching/learning approaches.

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Connor

Calculus Tutor • +32 Subjects

I am taking time to explore my lifelong interest in teaching. I began tutoring at the University of Notre Dame, where I worked for three years as a teaching assistant in a Cell Biology laboratory course. There, I enjoyed helping my peers understand the larger picture developing through our weekly experiments. At Loyola University Chicago, I continued to tutor a variety of subjects while earning a Master of Arts in Medical Sciences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students from across Northbrook's 19 schools and all 4 local school districts with personalized tutoring. Whether your student attends a school in District 27, 28, 30, or 31, we can match them with a tutor who understands the specific curriculum and expectations of their school and can provide targeted support aligned with their coursework.

While Northbrook's average student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1 is favorable, even in well-resourced classrooms, individual students benefit from personalized attention focused entirely on their unique learning style and pace. A tutor working one-on-one can dive deeper into concepts your student finds challenging, fill specific knowledge gaps, and accelerate progress in ways that aren't always possible in a group setting—regardless of class size.

Northbrook students most frequently seek tutoring in math (especially algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus), English/language arts, and standardized test preparation (SAT and ACT). Science support is also popular, particularly for chemistry and biology. Varsity Tutors also connects students with tutors for AP subjects, foreign language support, and writing skills—all tailored to Northbrook's district curricula and academic standards.

During the first session, the tutor and student get to know each other and identify specific learning goals—whether that's improving grades, preparing for an exam, or building confidence in a particular subject. The tutor will assess your student's current understanding, learning style, and any areas where they're struggling, then create a personalized plan to help them succeed. This foundation ensures every future session is focused and effective.

Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who are familiar with Illinois State Standards and the specific benchmarks expected across Northbrook's school districts. Tutors can help students master grade-level skills, prepare for Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) testing, and build the foundational knowledge needed for success in advanced coursework—ensuring they stay on track with state and district expectations.

Tutoring rates vary based on the subject, tutor expertise, and your student's needs—we work with families to find options that fit different budgets. You can start with one session per week and adjust frequency based on your student's progress and schedule. Many Northbrook families find that even a few hours of focused tutoring per week makes a meaningful difference in their student's confidence and grades.

Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who have strong subject expertise and experience working with students at their grade level. Many tutors have backgrounds in education, hold relevant degrees, or have years of tutoring experience. All tutors are vetted for reliability and teaching ability, so you can trust that your student is learning from someone qualified and committed to their success.

Many students see noticeable improvements in confidence and understanding within the first few weeks of consistent tutoring. For grade improvements or standardized test score gains, most students benefit from 2-3 months of regular sessions, though the timeline depends on the subject, starting point, and frequency of tutoring. Consistent, focused work with a tutor tends to produce faster results than studying alone.

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