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Michael

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Michael

Current Grad Student, Medical Doctor
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Biology
Chemistry

I am currently a fourth year medical student at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and graduated Suma Cum Laude from Yeshiva College with a BA in Biology and Music. As a Writing Center tutor, I worked with undergraduate and graduate students looking to improve their writing, and have also tuto...

Education

Yeshiva University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, Medical Doctor

Test Scores
ACT
34
Victoria

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Victoria

Master in Public Health, Public Health
Victoria's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Nutrition
SAT Subject Test in Spanish with Listening

I am a recent graduate and current graduate student from Cornell University. I received my Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Biology and Society with a concentration in Health and Humanities and a minor in Nutritional Sciences. I am currently pursuing a Masters in Public Health concentrating in Food ...

Education

Cornell University

Master in Public Health, Public Health

Cornell University

Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Biology and Society (concentration in Health and Humanities; minor in Nutritional Sciences)

Abigail

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Abigail

Masters in International Affairs
Abigail's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am a recent master student from Columbia university. I graduated with a Masters in International Affairs. I have worked at the United Nations, European Parliament, and for a State Senator. My passion is political science and history. I am eager to help students develop their writing skills while d...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in International Affairs

CUNY City College

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Dan

Certified Tutor

Dan

Masters
Dan's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Geometry
Calculus 2

I am a lifelong learner with an academic background in language and literature, and, before that, in mathematics. I pride myself on having strong problem-solving skills, a can-do attitude, and the ability to share what I know with others.

Education

University of Chicago

Masters

University of Bucharest

Bachelors, Comparative Literature

Ivan

Certified Tutor

Ivan

Masters, General and Special Ed, Grades 5 through 9
Ivan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am currently in my 10th year of teaching for the New York City Department of Education, and have taught English to a broad range of students across various grades and academic settings (general, self-contained, Collaborative Team Teaching, and Resource Room). At the moment, I teach English Literat...

Education

Touro College

Masters, General and Special Ed, Grades 5 through 9

Siena College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Chimdi

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Chimdi

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Chimdi's other Tutor Subjects
Trigonometry
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I'm an incoming sophomore in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. I've been tutoring since my junior year in high school and self-tutored for the SAT/ACT, so I can help you get the score you want.

Education

Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Laura

Certified Tutor

Laura

Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Competition Math
Trigonometry
Statistics

I am currently a first year graduate student at Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health working towards my Masters in Public Health in environmental health sciences. For my undergraduate, I attended Fordham University and received a Bachelors degree in both biology and anthropology. I know how di...

Education

Fordham University

Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Gabriela

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Gabriela

Current Undergrad, African American Studies
Gabriela's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Geometry
Calculus

I'm a rising junior at Harvard College. I study African American Studies with a secondary in Women's Studies and I am pursuing a language citation in Spanish. I aspire to one day go to business school. When I am not doing work, I can typically be found reading, writing, or dancing.

Education

Harvard University

Current Undergrad, African American Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1450
ACT
33
Stanley

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Stanley

Bachelor of Arts in History
Stanley's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I am a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania. I received my Bachelor of Arts History. Since graduation, I have worked in organizations that seek to enrich and empower the lives of students regardless of their age, skill level, and, I have tutored the children of immigrants in Brooklyn and Manha...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts in History

Nicholas

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Nicholas

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Nicholas's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Physics 1
Physics

I am here to support students in navigating and understanding STEM topics. I have been a tutor for nearly 3 years and I hold a B.S. in Computer Science from The Pennsylvania State University. My tutoring philosophy revolves around maintaining an individualized and open learning environment where I c...

Education

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1420

Frequently Asked Questions

Students in the Bronx often struggle with reading comprehension, essay writing structure, and standardized test preparation—challenges that are common across New York schools but intensified by classroom sizes averaging 11.8 students per teacher. Many students also benefit from targeted support in grammar fundamentals, vocabulary building, and critical analysis skills, especially when preparing for Regents exams or college entrance tests.

In a classroom of 25+ students, teachers have limited time to address individual writing weaknesses or reading gaps. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to focus entirely on your specific challenges—whether that's thesis development, literary analysis, or test-taking strategies—and adjust pacing based on your learning style. This targeted approach typically leads to faster skill development and more confident writing and speaking.

Yes, tutors connected through Varsity Tutors are familiar with New York State English Language Arts standards and the Regents exam requirements. Whether you're working on grade-level skills, preparing for the ELA Regents, or strengthening foundational reading and writing, tutors can align instruction with your school's curriculum and your specific academic goals.

Personalized instruction breaks down essay writing into manageable steps: thesis development, evidence selection, paragraph organization, and revision techniques. Tutors provide direct feedback on your drafts, model strong writing, and teach you to self-edit—skills that transfer across all your classes. Many students see measurable improvement in grades and standardized writing scores within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring.

Absolutely. Tutors can focus on the specific skills tested on the Regents—reading comprehension, text analysis, and essay writing—while familiarizing you with the exam format and timing. Personalized prep allows tutors to identify your weaker areas (like analyzing point of view or developing arguments) and build targeted practice, which typically leads to stronger performance than general test prep.

Tutors work with you to develop active reading strategies, improve vocabulary in context, and practice inferencing and analysis skills. Rather than just answering comprehension questions, personalized instruction teaches you how to approach difficult texts systematically—breaking down complex sentences, identifying main ideas, and connecting evidence to arguments. This builds confidence and independence with any reading material.

Your initial session focuses on understanding your current strengths, challenges, and goals—whether that's improving grades, preparing for a test, or building specific skills like writing or speaking. The tutor may review recent assignments or test results to identify patterns, then work with you to create a personalized plan. This foundation ensures every future session targets exactly what you need.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors based on your specific needs, grade level, and goals—whether you need help with freshman composition, AP Literature, or Regents preparation. The matching process considers tutor expertise, availability, and teaching style to ensure a strong fit. If you ever want to try a different tutor, you can easily make a change.

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