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9+ years
Jai
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'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts

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Matthew
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer i...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Human Biology (concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science)

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Tony
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, Engl...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

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Eric
I am patient and collaborative. I work with my students to help them come to the answers on their own, and I find creative and fun ways for students to think about the material in a new light.
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts

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I'm a recent graduate of Northwestern University, a native New Yorker, and a recent addition to Varsity Tutors. I grew up in Westchester County, where I volunteered as an assistant creative writing teacher in high school. After high school, I moved to Evanston, Illinois for school. I studied a wide ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors

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Johari
I am an actor/composer/lyricist who loves to write new showtunes. Musical theatre is something I have grown to love, and the love, surprisingly, stems from my own devotion to cartoons and video games. But, make no mistake, while I can often be found watching an episode of Justice League, playing Sma...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Sarah
I am a pre-dental student at Vanderbilt University majoring in Human Organizational Development with a concentration in Health and Human Services. I am well versed in many science subjects (Biology and Chemistry, etc.), math, and Spanish. I tutor all ages and will tailor my methods based on any type...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Science, Predentistry
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Varsity Tutors connects students in New York with tutors who specialize in literary analysis, essay writing, and comprehension of classic and contemporary texts. Whether you're working on AP Literature essays, analyzing poetry, or building stronger close-reading skills, tutors provide personalized feedback on your writing and help you develop a stronger analytical voice.
Expert tutors work with you on thesis development, evidence selection, and argumentation—the core skills for strong literary analysis. Through personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you'll get feedback on multiple drafts, learn how to balance summary with analysis, and develop a writing process that turns your ideas into compelling essays.
Varsity Tutors matches you with tutors based on your specific goals, whether that's preparing for AP Literature, improving close-reading skills, or tackling challenging texts like Shakespeare or contemporary novels. You can specify your schedule and learning style, and we connect you with a tutor who fits your needs.
In a typical New York classroom with an average student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1, teachers have limited time for individual feedback on writing and analysis. Personalized 1-on-1 tutoring gives you dedicated time to work through challenging texts, receive detailed feedback on essays, and develop strategies tailored to your learning style.
Yes—tutors work with you on the entire writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to revision and editing. They help you organize complex literary arguments, break through writer's block with concrete strategies, and develop confidence in your own analytical voice through personalized guidance.
Your first session is a chance to discuss your current challenges—whether that's understanding difficult texts, improving essay structure, or preparing for an exam. The tutor will assess your strengths and goals, then create a personalized plan that focuses on the areas where you need the most support.
Tutors teach active reading strategies like annotation, contextual analysis, and identifying literary devices that deepen your understanding of texts. They help you move beyond surface-level comprehension to develop the critical thinking skills needed for strong literary analysis and interpretation.
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