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Sandy

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Sandy

Bachelors
Sandy's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Literary analysis comes down to reading with purpose — identifying how an author's choices in structure, imagery, and voice shape meaning. Sandy teaches students to build arguments about texts by grounding every claim in specific passages, turning vague impressions into precise, defensible interpret...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1500
Noah

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Noah

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

Reading a novel closely means noticing what an author does with structure, imagery, and point of view — not just summarizing plot. Noah's Penn liberal arts background trained him to dig into texts ranging from Victorian novels to contemporary poetry, and he brings that same close-reading rigor to ev...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
ACT
34
Theo

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Theo

Bachelor in Arts, History
Theo's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus 3
Calculus

Reading literature at Columbia means Theo spends his weeks dissecting everything from Victorian novels to postcolonial poetry — and he brings that same close-reading rigor to tutoring. He teaches students how to trace a motif through a text, build a thesis around literary devices, and write analyses...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
ACT
35
Emily

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Emily

Master of Science, Early Childhood Special Education
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Reading a novel closely means asking better questions — about unreliable narrators, recurring symbols, or why an author chose one point of view over another. Emily teaches students to build interpretive arguments from textual evidence, turning vague reactions into the kind of precise literary analys...

Education

Bank Street College of Education

Master of Science, Early Childhood Special Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Philipp

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Philipp

Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
Philipp's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2

Studying East Asian Studies at Columbia means Philipp spends his semesters reading literature across cultures and time periods, then arguing about what it means in seminar. He brings that same close-reading discipline to tutoring — unpacking imagery, unreliable narrators, or structural choices in wh...

Education

Columbia College

Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36

Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is about understanding your goals and learning style. A tutor will discuss what you're reading, any assignments you're working on, and areas where you'd like support—whether that's essay writing, literary analysis, or comprehension. This helps create a personalized plan tailored to your needs as a Manhattan student.

Tutors provide personalized feedback on every stage of the writing process: developing a clear thesis, organizing arguments with textual evidence, and refining your voice and style. Rather than just marking mistakes, they help you understand why certain choices work better, so you build skills you can apply to future essays.

Summarizing tells what happens in a text, while analysis explains how and why the author creates meaning through literary devices like symbolism, tone, and structure. Tutors help you move beyond plot summary to examine themes, character development, and the author's purpose—skills that strengthen both reading comprehension and essay writing.

Writer's block often stems from unclear ideas or pressure to write perfectly. Tutors use strategies like brainstorming, outlining, and freewriting to help you organize thoughts before drafting. They also provide encouragement and feedback that makes revision feel manageable rather than overwhelming.

Yes. Tutors can walk you through proper citation format, explain why citations matter, and help you integrate quotes smoothly into your writing. Understanding citation styles isn't just about formatting—it's about giving credit to sources and supporting your arguments with evidence.

Absolutely. Tutors teach active reading strategies like annotating, asking questions while reading, and connecting themes across texts. These techniques help you engage more deeply with literature, retain key ideas, and prepare better for class discussions and exams.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand the texts and standards taught in Manhattan schools. Whether you're studying classic literature, contemporary works, or preparing for AP English, tutors can support the specific assignments and expectations in your curriculum.

Varsity Tutors matches you with tutors based on your specific needs, availability, and learning style. You can discuss your goals upfront and work with someone who understands your challenges—whether that's building confidence in analysis, improving essay structure, or preparing for standardized tests.

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