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Kristina

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kristina

Masters, Special Education
Kristina's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade Reading
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-7th Grade Math
3rd-7th Grade Science

I believe that every student can learn. It is up to me to help match my teaching style with their unique learning style. I look forward to helping your child grow as a learner.

Education

St. Joseph's University

Masters, Special Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Elementary Education

Matt

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Matt

Current Grad Student, Education
Matt's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Math
Middle School

I graduated with a B.S. in Economics from the University of North Texas. I am currently a middle school math teacher, though I am proficient in a wide variety of mathematics-related domains.

Education

University of North Texas

Bachelor of Science, Economics

University of North Texas

Current Grad Student, Education

Lucas

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Lucas

Masters, Political Science and Government
Lucas's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning

I am excited at the prospect of working with you as a tutor. My previous tutoring experience includes personal tutoring and tutoring through the Midtown Educational Foundation in Chicago.These experiences have planted a passion for tutoring in me. I enjoy watching my students learn and grow not only...

Education

Catholic University of Portugal

Masters, Political Science and Government

University of Chicago

Bachelors, Philosophy

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Kristi

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kristi

Masters, Education
Kristi's other Tutor Subjects
8th Grade Reading
8th Grade Writing
American Literature
College English

I have been teaching for eleven years at a small middle school in western PA. Ten of those years have been spent as an 8th grade language arts teacher. I love what I do because I love working with young adults and exposing them to different texts. I find that I work well with this age group and am a...

Education

Waynesburg University

Masters, Education

Waynesburg University

Bachelors, Writing and Literature

George

Certified Tutor

4+ years

George

Masters, Religious Studies
George's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Comparative Literature
English
English Grammar and Syntax

Personal tutoring brings out my favorite elements of being human: face-to-face relationships and unbridled love for a given subject of inquiry. Whether it is reviewing for a vocabulary quiz, crafting a professional-quality essay, or delving into distinct religious or philosophical questions, I am he...

Education

Hellenic College-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

Masters, Religious Studies

Hellenic College-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

Bachelors, Religious Studies

Sydney

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sydney

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Sydney's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I am a graduate of The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. I received my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources. I am currently pursuing my Masters of Arts in Teaching at Relay Graduate School of Education. This year I have also been a lead teacher at an Elemen...

Education

Relay Graduate School of Education

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Dusty

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Dusty

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Dusty's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Conversational Spanish
English
English Grammar and Syntax

Dusty is my real name. Outside of learning I love to make things from yarn and sewing. More than that, I love to be outside in my garden and have as many adventures as possible. I am also a mom to a little boy who also loves to be outside. Together, we watch movies and TV. In everything I do, no mat...

Education

Concordia University-Portland

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Paige

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Paige

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Paige's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Calculus AB
Calculus
Elementary School Math

It is my belief that every student can succeed. I was a student who would not have succeeded had a teacher not noticed me struggling and given me extra help. Because of this, I want to become a teacher to help other students like myself who just need extra guidance. I am very passionate about mathem...

Education

Occidental College

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Katie

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Katie

Bachelor of Science, Child Development
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
Basic Computer Literacy
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

Hello there! My name is Katie and I just moved to Austin to pursue my teaching career. I just received my Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in California and I am in the process of transferring it to a Texas Credential. I would describe myself as patient, motivated and enthusiastic- especially wh...

Education

California State University-Fullerton

Bachelor of Science, Child Development

California State University-Fullerton

Certificate, Elementary School Teaching

Alison

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Alison

Current Undergrad, Applied Mathematics
Alison's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Elementary School Math
Math

My name is Alison, and my mom is a teacher, so throughout my life, I've been around various schools and I've learned a lot about teaching through her and her classrooms. I'm very passionate about math, it is my favorite subject by far. I've known so many people who don't share the same skill or the ...

Education

Oregon Institute of Technology

Current Undergrad, Applied Mathematics

Frequently Asked Questions

AP Language and Composition focuses on developing your ability to analyze and write persuasive arguments. You'll study rhetoric, argument structure, and how writers use language to convince audiences. The course emphasizes close reading of nonfiction texts, understanding rhetorical strategies, and crafting your own well-reasoned essays—skills that extend far beyond the AP exam into college writing and critical thinking.

The exam has two sections: a 1-hour multiple-choice section with 45 questions focused on reading comprehension and rhetorical analysis, and a 2-hour 15-minute free-response section with three essays (rhetorical analysis, argument, and synthesis). Time management is critical—many students struggle with pacing, especially completing the synthesis essay under pressure. Personalized tutoring can help you develop strategies for each section and practice under timed conditions.

Students often struggle with identifying rhetorical devices and their effects, understanding the nuances of argument versus explanation, and managing time across three essays. Many also find the synthesis essay challenging because it requires integrating multiple sources while maintaining their own voice. Tutors can target these specific weaknesses through focused practice, helping you recognize patterns in how writers construct persuasive texts and develop efficient essay-writing techniques.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you practice. Students who work with tutors typically see gains of 1-2 points on the 1-5 scale within a few months by focusing on their weakest areas—whether that's rhetorical analysis, essay structure, or time management. The key is identifying exactly where you're losing points and building targeted skills through repeated practice with expert feedback.

Your first session focuses on understanding your current strengths and challenges. You'll likely take a diagnostic test or discuss past essays to identify patterns—maybe you're strong on analysis but weak on synthesis, or you rush through essays and miss key points. From there, your tutor will create a personalized plan targeting your specific needs, whether that's building argument skills, mastering rhetorical analysis, or developing a faster essay-writing process.

Effective practice means taking full-length, timed exams under realistic conditions to build stamina and identify pacing issues. After each practice test, review every question you missed—not just to understand the right answer, but to recognize the patterns in how the test tricks students. For essays, practice writing under time constraints, then have someone review your work for clarity, argument strength, and rhetorical awareness. Tutors can guide this process, helping you learn from each attempt rather than just repeating the same mistakes.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or uncertain about what to expect. Practicing under timed, exam-like conditions repeatedly builds confidence because you know exactly what's coming. Developing a pre-exam routine—like reviewing key rhetorical terms or doing breathing exercises—also helps. Tutors can work with you on both the skill-building side (so you feel genuinely prepared) and test-taking strategies (like which section to tackle first) to reduce anxiety on exam day.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Des Moines who specialize in AP Language and Composition. You can get matched with someone who understands the specific challenges 10th graders face with this course and has a track record of helping students improve their scores. The matching process considers your learning style, schedule, and goals, so you work with someone who's the right fit for your needs.

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