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2+ years
Asghar Ali
As an experienced tutor with a Master's degree and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, I am passionate about helping students excel in math, science, physics, biology, and engineering. With over four years of tutoring experience, I tailor my teaching approach to meet individual learning styles...
Osmania university
MS
University of Illinois at Chicago
MS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Jessica
I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Southern Nevada, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2015. I also earned a minor in Mathematics, which gave me a great foundation in both math and science. I am passionate about helping students understand math and scien...
College of Southern Nevada
BS
Certified Tutor
Kate
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 ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
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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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
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
6+ years
Rhea
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...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Erika
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...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sami
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer.
Duke University
Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Yale School of Management
Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP Computer Science can be a great fit for advanced 6th graders with strong problem-solving skills and math foundations, though it's typically designed for high school students. Many gifted programs and accelerated learners take it early to build computer science fundamentals. A tutor can assess your student's readiness and help determine if this course matches their current level or if a foundational computer science course would be more appropriate first.
AP Computer Science Principles (CSP) covers programming fundamentals, algorithms, data representation, cybersecurity, and how computing impacts society. For younger learners, tutors often break these concepts into visual, interactive lessons using block-based programming (like Scratch or App Lab) before moving to text-based languages. The course emphasizes computational thinking and creative problem-solving rather than just coding syntax.
Younger students often struggle with abstract thinking required for algorithms, debugging code independently, and understanding how different programming concepts connect. Time management during the AP exam and maintaining focus through longer coding projects can also be challenging. Personalized tutoring helps break complex ideas into digestible steps and builds confidence in problem-solving approaches.
Tutors work with young learners to scaffold difficult concepts, provide hands-on coding practice, and develop debugging strategies at a pace that matches their maturity level. They also help students prepare for the AP exam's performance tasks and multiple-choice sections, teach time-management for coding projects, and build the confidence needed to tackle challenging problems independently.
Consistent practice throughout the course is more effective than cramming—typically 3-5 hours per week of coding practice, problem-solving, and review. Students benefit from working through past AP exam questions, building several complete projects, and practicing the performance task format. A tutor can create a customized practice schedule that balances skill-building with exam-specific preparation.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors in the Cincinnati area who have experience teaching computer science to advanced younger students. When getting matched, look for tutors with AP Computer Science expertise, experience working with middle school learners, and familiarity with the specific programming platforms your school uses. Your tutor can provide personalized instruction that adapts to your student's learning style and pace.
Your tutor will assess your student's current programming knowledge, identify specific areas of strength and challenge, and learn about their learning style and goals. They'll discuss the AP Computer Science curriculum, explain how tutoring can support their success, and likely introduce foundational concepts or coding exercises tailored to where your student is starting from.
Score improvement depends on your student's starting point and consistency with tutoring and practice. Students who work with a tutor regularly and complete practice problems typically show stronger understanding of algorithms and debugging, which translates to better performance on both the performance tasks and exam questions. Realistic goals focus on mastering core concepts and building problem-solving confidence rather than guaranteeing specific scores.
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