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Brooke

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Brooke

AM
Brooke's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary School Math
Quantitative Reasoning
PSAT Writing Skills

I am a wordsmith focusing on building vocabulary, grammar, and thought structure for different writing styles; including research papers, essays, data analysis, storytelling and corporate communications. I love working with students of all ages and stages of their learning journey and I specialize...

Education

Georgia State University

AM

New York University

AM

Joy

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joy

AB
Joy's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Spanish
1st Grade Math (in Spanish)
1st Grade ELA (in Spanish)
Pre-Algebra

I am an experienced educator with a strong background in both the sciences and languages. I earned my bachelor's degree from Boston University, double-majoring in Biology (with a focus on ecology and conservation biology) and Hispanic Language and Literatures. I also hold a Master of Arts in Teachin...

Education

Boston University

AB

Yeseul

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Yeseul

Bachelor's
Yeseul's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Physics
Chemistry

I am a pre-medical student who is passionate about learning and teaching. I am interested in all math and science subjects and enjoy teaching all ages from elementary to college students. I have also taken my MCAT and have acceptances to three medical school with four interview invites. I would love...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Syed Farasat

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Syed Farasat

Master's/Graduate
Syed's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB

As a graduate student in Artificial Intelligence at Western University with a bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from LUMS, I bring a rich and multidisciplinary perspective to tutoring. My journey spans engineering, mathematics, computer science, creative writing, and the ar...

Education

University Of Western Ontario

Master's/Graduate

Lahore University of Management Sciences

Bachelor

Jing

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jing

Bachelor
Jing's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Geometry

I hold a degree in computer science with a strong foundation in mathematics and physics. My educational journey was fueled by a passion for problem-solving and a fascination with how we can apply analytical thinking to understand and improve the world. Over the years, I've honed my skills as a tutor...

Education

University of Alberta

Bachelor

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
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
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
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

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Score improvement depends on your starting level and study intensity, but students typically see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of consistent personalized instruction. Many students improve by 10-20 points on the TOEFL iBT (which ranges from 0-120), though some see larger jumps when addressing specific weak areas like speaking or writing. Your tutor will assess your current level during the first session and create a targeted plan to help you reach your goal score.

Your first session focuses on understanding your current proficiency level, learning style, and specific goals. Your tutor will likely administer a diagnostic assessment or review your recent practice test scores, identify which sections (reading, listening, writing, or speaking) need the most work, and discuss your target score and timeline. From there, they'll outline a personalized study plan tailored to your needs.

The speaking section is often the hardest for non-native English speakers because it requires real-time response with limited preparation time. Many students also struggle with the listening section's academic content and fast pace, the reading section's dense passages and time pressure, and the integrated writing task that combines reading, listening, and writing skills. Personalized instruction helps you tackle these specific challenges through targeted practice and feedback rather than generic test prep.

Group test prep courses follow a set curriculum for everyone, while personalized tutoring adapts to your unique strengths, weaknesses, and learning pace. A tutor can spend extra time on your weakest section, use materials aligned to your interests, provide immediate feedback on your speaking and writing, and adjust strategy based on what's actually working for you. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement than one-size-fits-all prep.

Most students need 4-12 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their starting English level and target score. Students aiming for 90+ typically need more time than those targeting 80+. With personalized tutoring, you can often compress this timeline by focusing intensively on your specific weak areas rather than reviewing material you've already mastered. Your tutor can give you a more precise estimate after your first session.

Yes—the speaking section benefits tremendously from personalized instruction because you need real-time feedback and practice with a responsive listener. A tutor can simulate test conditions, record your responses, point out pronunciation or grammar issues, and help you organize your thoughts more clearly. Many students improve their speaking score by 3-5 points (on the 0-30 scale) with consistent practice and feedback from an expert tutor.

Look for tutors with strong English proficiency, experience teaching TOEFL or standardized English tests, and ideally a background in linguistics or ESL instruction. They should be familiar with the current TOEFL iBT format, understand common mistakes non-native speakers make, and have a track record of helping students reach their target scores. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who meet these standards and can provide personalized instruction tailored to your needs.

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