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Rebecca

Certified Tutor

Rebecca

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (minor in Religious Studies)
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

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 wan...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (minor in Religious Studies)

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jessi

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jessi

Masters, Religion
Jessi's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
IB Mathematical Studies SL
Arithmetic

I am really excited about working with students in the Philadelphia area! I grew up in Northern Virginia and graduated high school with an IB diploma. For college, I moved to Houston to attend Rice University, where I majored in Psychology. I then earned a masters degree in Religion at Yale and I am...

Education

Yale Divinity School

Masters, Religion

Rice University

Bachelors in Psychology

Test Scores
ACT
32
Nicole

Certified Tutor

Nicole

Bachelor of Science
Nicole's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science
AP Calculus BC

I am very thorough in the material and diligently work, while being patient, to make sure each student is understanding the lessons because I know everyone has a unique way he/she processes and learns.

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science

Justine

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Justine

Bachelor in Arts, Film Production
Justine's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Earth Science
Public Speaking

I am a senior studying Film Production at Emerson College. Though I am pursuing a career in filmmaking, I am also passionate about education. I have volunteered extensively to tutor children through various programs. At the Rosedale Achievement Center in the Bronx, I worked one-on-one with a high sc...

Education

Emerson College

Bachelor in Arts, Film Production

Test Scores
SAT
1500
Melanie

Certified Tutor

Melanie

Master of Social Work, Social Work
Melanie's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

I am very passionate about my undergraduate major, but I explored all different subjects and courses, as well. I was very active on my school's crisis hotline, and was an anonymous peer listener for this organization for most of my college experience. In addition, I was an intern at The Door, a non-...

Education

New York University

Master of Social Work, Social Work

Gabriel

Certified Tutor

Gabriel

Bachelor's
Gabriel's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Reading

I am a TEFL certified English language teacher, with multiple years of experience teaching English overseas, having lived in both Thailand and Laos, and worked with students of all ages and skill levels. My lessons have ranged from language activation and phonics in kindergarten, to grammar instruct...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Jenny

Certified Tutor

Jenny

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Jenny's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic
Statistics

I am an empathetic tutor, as I strongly believe that subject matter expertise must be combined with a true understanding of a student’s learning style, strengths, weaknesses, and confidence level in order to create an effective learning environment.

Education

Georgetown University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Robert

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Robert

Bachelors, Psychology
Robert's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I'm currently applying for medical schools and hope to matriculate in the fall of 2017.

Education

New York University

Bachelors, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Jose

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Jose

Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
Jose's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Spanish 1

I am a native Spanish speaker graduated from Journalism and Film. I am also about to complete my Health Coaching certification from the IIN in New York. As an immigrant, I had to learn a new language and adapt to a new culture, so I know that this can be very challenging at times. However, I met gre...

Education

Universidad Fermin Toro

Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications

John

Certified Tutor

4+ years

John

Masters, Linguistics
John's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
College English
College Essays
COMPASS Mathematics

I attained my B.A. in French from Texas A&M University, where I studied abroad in Normandy, France for a year to enhance my cultural and linguistic knowledge. After coming back from France, I taught the language labs for French 101, where our goal was to practice the vocabulary learned in class and ...

Education

Rice University

Masters, Linguistics

Texas A & M University-College Station

Bachelors, French

Frequently Asked Questions

IB Psychology HL is a comprehensive two-year course that explores human behavior and mental processes through biological, cognitive, and sociocultural perspectives. Students study core topics including research methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, memory, cognition, motivation, emotion, personality, abnormal psychology, and psychological disorders.

The course emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, requiring students to understand psychological concepts and evaluate different psychological approaches. You'll also conduct your own psychological investigation and complete the Internal Assessment (IA), which counts toward your final grade alongside the external exams.

Many students struggle with balancing memorization of theories and studies with deeper conceptual understanding—IB Psychology HL requires both. Another common challenge is effectively evaluating different psychological perspectives and articulating how strengths and limitations affect research conclusions. Students also find the research methods unit difficult since it requires understanding statistics and experimental design.

The Internal Assessment (IA) is often challenging because it demands designing a psychologically sound investigation, collecting valid data, and analyzing results critically. Finally, synthesizing knowledge across the three perspectives and applying concepts to novel scenarios on exams takes significant practice.

Personalized tutoring addresses your specific gaps—whether that's mastering research methods, understanding how to evaluate studies critically, or organizing knowledge across the three psychological perspectives. A tutor can work at your pace, spending extra time on challenging topics like biological psychology or abnormal psychology, rather than moving at a class pace that may not match your needs.

In a classroom of 11-12 students per teacher (Boston's average), individual questions about your IA often go unanswered. With personalized instruction, you get dedicated feedback on your investigation design, data analysis, and essay structure before submitting. Tutors also help you develop evaluation skills—practicing how to analyze strengths and limitations of studies systematically, which directly improves exam performance.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced in guiding students through the IA process. A tutor can help you develop a psychologically sound research question, understand how to operationalize variables, design ethical procedures, and plan appropriate data collection methods. They'll also guide you through the analysis phase, helping you interpret results and evaluate your investigation's validity and reliability.

Keep in mind that your tutor won't write the IA for you—that's your work—but they can provide targeted guidance on research design, help you understand statistical concepts, and give feedback on your writing and analysis before submission.

IB Psychology HL has three exam papers: two worth 35% each (testing knowledge of all core topics with essay and short-answer questions) and one worth 30% (a 60-minute exam on research methods and two optional topics). Effective exam preparation involves organizing your notes by core topic and psychological perspective, practicing past paper questions under timed conditions, and learning to structure evaluative essays that balance theory with critical analysis.

Many students benefit from practice testing and retrieval practice—repeatedly retrieving information strengthens memory and reveals gaps. Work through multiple versions of essay questions, get feedback on your evaluative language, and practice explaining how research supports or challenges different psychological approaches. A tutor can provide targeted practice on weak areas and help you develop consistent, high-scoring essay techniques.

Varsity Tutors connects Boston students with expert tutors who specialize in IB Psychology HL. When you reach out, you'll be matched with a tutor based on your specific needs—whether you need help understanding core concepts, strengthening research methods skills, preparing your IA, or practicing for exams. The matching process considers your learning style and goals to ensure a good fit.

Most tutors offer flexible scheduling and personalized instruction tailored to your pace and areas of focus. You can discuss your current challenges, timeline, and whether you need ongoing support throughout the course or intensive exam preparation.

IB courses are graded 1-7, with 7 being the highest. Many students targeting competitive universities aim for a 6 or 7, though a strong 5 (around 70-75% overall) meets requirements for most programs. Your target grade depends on your university goals and program requirements—some schools require specific IB scores while others are more flexible.

Working with a tutor helps you develop a realistic plan to reach your target grade. If you're currently struggling, consistent personalized instruction targeting your specific weaknesses can lead to measurable improvement. If you're aiming for a 7, a tutor can help you master evaluative thinking and exam technique to distinguish excellent from good answers.

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