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Rachel

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rachel

Bachelor in Arts, History
Rachel's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
PSAT Writing Skills

I am a student at Columbia University studying History & American Studies! While in high school, I completed the International Baccalaureate program and took various Advanced Placement courses. At Columbia I have worked with various public defense organizations as an advocate, investigator, and rese...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
35
Jon

Certified Tutor

Jon

Current Grad Student, Autism Education
Jon's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am working on my masters in autism as well. I have been a in education, both teaching in public schools and tutoring for over 30 years! I enjoy teaching about the things I love, such as Spanish, all elementary subjects, writing and reading. I think my favorite subjects are anything to do with lang...

Education

Northeastern State University

Bachelors, Special Needs Education

Northeastern State University

Current Grad Student, Autism Education

Kalie

Certified Tutor

15+ years

Kalie

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Kalie's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
English

My goal in life is to help others and tutoring gives me that opportunity. I believe that every student has the potential to be better, even myself. Strong will and encouragement are two vital components of achieving your greatest potential. I want to be known for the quality I strive for and the com...

Education

University of Georgia

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Ashley

Certified Tutor

Ashley

Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Ashley's other Tutor Subjects
3rd-4th Grade Reading
3rd-4th Grade Writing
3rd Grade Math
Algebra

My experiences in the field of education have involved a variety of different areas, including elementary level math, reading, and writing, as well as Chemistry and Biology. As a Neuroscience liberal arts major, I have a background in a wide variety of subjects, allowing me to approach each subject ...

Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Jaron

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jaron

Bachelor in Arts, French
Jaron's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
College Application Essays
Conversational French
Conversational Spanish

Philosophy of EducationMalala Yousafzai posits that, "One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world." I am a firm believer in the power of education to transform the individual. There is a profound impact that one can make through the enlightening of a student in the formal educatio...

Education

The University of the West Indies Mona

Bachelor in Arts, French

Tina

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Tina

Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
Tina's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Health and Wellness
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Health Care Administration
Health Care Policy

I am a graduate of Purdue Nursing School, Regis University Master of Science in Nursing Management & Leadership with also a specialty in Nursing Education. I also graduated from University of Phoenix with a Doctor in Health Administration degree. I have been teaching students of all levels since 200...

Education

Regis University

Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing

Purdue University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

University of Phoenix-Atlanta Campus

Doctor of Science, Health Services Administration

Bonnie

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Bonnie

Masters, Linguistics
Bonnie's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I completed my MA in Linguistics at the University of Hawai'i, where I focused on Native American languages, and recently moved to New Mexico to work in Native American language education. My BA is in English, and I have tutored many different types of students, including refugees. I especially enjo...

Education

University of Hawaii at Manoa

Masters, Linguistics

Boise State University

Bachelors, English/Linguistics

Dr Teresa

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Dr Teresa

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Dr's other Tutor Subjects
AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
NCLEX
Professional Certifications

I started my career as a registered nurse in trauma intensive care, before being promoted to public health nurse for more than 36 years. I have worked in various capacities providing healthcare across a variety of specialty settings. As a lifelong learner, I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degr...

Education

DYouville College

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

St. John Fisher College

Doctor of Medicine, Nursing (RN)

Marisela

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Marisela

Master of Arts, Linguistics
Marisela's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
College Level American Literature
Conversational Spanish

My didactic methodology has as a priority, to simplify the teaching of foreign languages for students using the most current knowledge in language teaching. As a starting point, I always take into account the group of students in my class before designing the classes. For me, it is a priority to hav...

Education

UNIVERSIDAD ANTONIO DE NEBRIJA,

Master of Arts, Linguistics

Umar

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Umar

Master of Arts, Biomedical Sciences
Umar's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
AP Physics 2

I am a medical student at Midwestern University starting in August 2017. I recently graduated Midwestern University with a Masters degree in Biomedical sciences. Additionally, I attended University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), where I received my Bachelors of Sciences degree in Biology. My expertis...

Education

Midwestern University-Glendale

Master of Arts, Biomedical Sciences

University of Illinois at Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

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Reading tutoring focuses on building comprehension skills, analyzing texts, and developing critical thinking abilities. Tutors work with students on understanding main ideas, making inferences, identifying author's purpose, and engaging with different types of literature—from novels and poetry to informational texts. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to target specific challenges, whether that's decoding fluency, vocabulary development, or deeper literary analysis.

Many students struggle with reading comprehension, difficulty retaining information from texts, or analyzing what they read beyond surface-level understanding. Others may have slower reading fluency, limited vocabulary, or trouble connecting themes across different works. Personalized tutoring addresses these gaps by breaking down complex texts, using targeted strategies like annotation and discussion, and building confidence through regular practice with immediate feedback.

The first session is typically an assessment where a tutor gets to know the student's current reading level, strengths, and specific challenges. They might discuss recent reading assignments, ask about favorite books, or work through a passage together to understand comprehension patterns. This helps the tutor create a personalized plan that targets the student's goals, whether that's improving grades, preparing for standardized tests, or building reading confidence.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand Oklahoma's reading standards and the specific curricula used across Tulsa's 14 school districts. Whether your student is working on close reading skills, literary analysis for English class, or preparing for state assessments, tutors can align instruction with classroom expectations and help reinforce what's being taught in school.

Literary analysis requires understanding not just what happens in a text, but why the author made specific choices. Tutors help students develop thesis statements, support claims with evidence from the text, and structure essays that demonstrate critical thinking. With personalized feedback on drafts and guided practice analyzing different genres, students learn to move beyond plot summary to deeper interpretation.

Yes. Tutors can help students develop test-specific strategies like time management, identifying main ideas quickly, and answering inference questions accurately. Whether preparing for the ACT reading section, SAT evidence-based reading, or Oklahoma state assessments, personalized tutoring focuses on the skills and question types students will encounter, building both competence and test-taking confidence.

Reading fluency is the ability to read smoothly and at an appropriate pace, while comprehension is understanding what you've read. Both matter—struggling with fluency can drain mental energy needed for comprehension, and fast reading without understanding misses the point entirely. Tutors assess both skills and use strategies like guided reading, repeated reading of meaningful texts, and discussion to improve fluency and deepen comprehension together.

Rather than memorizing word lists in isolation, tutors help students encounter vocabulary in context—through the books and articles they're actually reading. They teach strategies like using context clues, understanding word roots and prefixes, and making connections between new words and existing knowledge. This approach leads to deeper retention and helps students apply new vocabulary naturally in their own reading and writing.

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