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2+ years
Danielle
I am an entrepreneurial travel-loving media professional living in New Orleans. I have a Master in Business Administration from Tulane University and I love teaching all sorts of subjects, especially math. In terms of hobbies, you can find me long-distance running, studying data science, exploring ...
Tulane University of Louisiana
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Northwestern University
MS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a retired teacher who tutors and writes and who has had decades of success motivating and preparing people for a range of tests and tasks. I also walk/jog 50-plus miles a week, do yoga, and exercise my critical thinking skills regularly. My students since 1979 have ranged from middle school ur...
Yale University
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Preparing for the GED means covering a lot of ground — math fundamentals, science reasoning, reading comprehension, and writing — often on a tight timeline. Elias's broad STEM expertise as a Penn bioengineering student lets him move fluidly between subjects in a single session, zeroing in on whateve...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Straley
I hold a Master's degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a Bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University. I tutored GED math for 3 years in college, so I have experience breaking down concepts for students with a variety of learning styles. I've also informally tutored oth...
Johns Hopkins University
Master's/Graduate
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Recent Princeton graduate and very successful tutor with nearly 10 years of teaching experience! If you need help with anything from Calculus to essay writing, I can help! I have lots of experience with test prep - particularly the SAT!
Princeton University
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
The GED spans multiple content areas, but the science and reasoning sections are where Karis's background — a Johns Hopkins neuroscience degree and a PhD from Northwestern — gives students a clear edge. She breaks down reading passages, data interpretation, and basic scientific reasoning into repeat...
Johns Hopkins University
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a professional scientist with multiple years of experience in the biopharmaceutical field. I have spent time in the classroom with elementary aged students and am comfortable with this age group. I am also familiar with AP classes and ACT/SAT preparation. I look forward to sharing my love of l...
Northwestern University
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am an Arizona native. Upon graduating from Desert Mountain High School, I attended Rice University and I received my Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology with a business focus. At Rice I was a student/athlete representing the Division I Owls in track and field. After several years experience voluntaril...
Rice University
AB
Certified Tutor
2+ years
As a professional educator with over a decade of experience, I specialize in delivering personalized, high-impact instruction across the humanities, test preparation, and college readiness. I've taught everything from early literacy and middle school ELA to AP-level history, civics, and economicsand...
University of Notre Dame
AB
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have enjoyed tutoring students for over 40 years. I remember my first student was the 7 grade daughter of the college librarian where I work at as an undergraduate at the University of North Alabama. I tutored her in math. I tutored numerous nursing students in chemistry while at graduate school ...
Vanderbilt University
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The GED (General Educational Development) is a high school equivalency credential recognized by employers and colleges across the U.S. Students in Harrisburg pursue their GED for many reasons—whether they didn't complete traditional high school, need to earn while learning, or want to accelerate their path to college or career. Passing all four GED tests (Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies) demonstrates you have high school-level knowledge and skills.
Your first session focuses on understanding where you stand. A tutor will assess your strengths and gaps across the four GED subjects, discuss your timeline and goals, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs. This diagnostic approach means your tutoring targets exactly what will move you forward—not generic test prep.
Many students struggle with math concepts they haven't used in years, managing test anxiety during the computer-based exam, and balancing study time with work or family responsibilities. Reading comprehension and analyzing complex texts also trip up students who've been away from formal learning. Personalized tutoring addresses these specific obstacles with targeted practice and strategies rather than one-size-fits-all instruction.
In a classroom, instructors teach to the middle of the group—but GED students have vastly different starting points and schedules. Personalized tutoring adapts to your pace, focuses on your weak areas, and fits your schedule (whether that's early mornings, evenings, or weekends). You also get immediate feedback and can ask questions without worrying about slowing down the class.
Most students need 3-6 months of consistent study, though timelines vary based on your starting point and how much you can study weekly. Some students are ready in 8-10 weeks with intensive tutoring; others benefit from a longer, more gradual approach. Your tutor will give you a realistic estimate after your first session and adjust as you progress.
Most students start with subjects that build confidence—often Science or Social Studies if math anxiety is high, or Math if you want to rebuild foundational skills early. Your tutor can recommend a strategic order based on your strengths and the subjects you find most challenging. Many students take the tests in the order that keeps momentum going rather than following a fixed sequence.
The GED is administered on computer at official testing centers, with questions that range from multiple choice to drag-and-drop and short answers. Each subject test is timed (roughly 90-150 minutes depending on the subject), and you can take the tests one at a time or all on the same day. Tutors help you practice on the actual computer format so test-day technology isn't a surprise.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have deep expertise in GED content and test strategy—many have backgrounds in education, subject matter mastery, or direct GED prep experience. Every tutor is vetted for knowledge and teaching ability, so you're working with someone who knows both the material and how to help adult learners succeed under real test conditions.
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