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Michael
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...
Yeshiva University
Bachelors, Biology, General
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, Medical Doctor

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Victoria
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 ...
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)

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Abigail
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...
Columbia University
Masters in International Affairs
CUNY City College
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Certified Tutor
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.
University of Chicago
Masters
University of Bucharest
Bachelors, Comparative Literature

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Ivan
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...
Touro College
Masters, General and Special Ed, Grades 5 through 9
Siena College
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Chimdi
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.
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

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Laura
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...
Fordham University
Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Gabriela
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.
Harvard University
Current Undergrad, African American Studies

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Stanley
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...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts in History

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Nicholas
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...
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
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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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