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Jennifer

Certified Tutor

Jennifer

Masters, Theatre Directing
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
1st-5th Grade Writing
1st-6th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I'm communicating and working with a pupil that I get a proper indication of how to work best with them. It's crucial to understand every student is different. There are always indications on how to handle/work with each student. For example, with a hostile student I would try to ease off and allow ...

Education

Trinity College Dublin

Masters, Theatre Directing

Meg

Certified Tutor

Meg

Masters, Reading/Writing/Literacy
Meg's other Tutor Subjects
7th-12th Grade Writing
7th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am able to help with any English subject as well as test prep for reading and writing. As a teacher, I am passionate about helping students achieve academic success, and I will bring that same passion and creativity to any tutoring opportunity. Every student is different, and each has his or her o...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Masters, Reading/Writing/Literacy

Gettysburg College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Erica

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Erica

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Erica's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Cell Biology

I am a Dentist and I am a former graduate of The Pennsylvania State University. I have a DMD (Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry) Degree and I received my Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about any science, readin...

Education

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General

Rutgers University-Camden

Doctor of Medical Dentistry, Predentistry

Victoria

Certified Tutor

Victoria

Bachelor in Arts
Victoria's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Writing
9th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am well schooled in academic writing and reading comprehension; furthermore, I have honed my ability to write pointed, direct essays for both applications and classes. After studying French in high school, I went on to spend over six months in France working on archaeological excavations. As a pre...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1520
William

Certified Tutor

6+ years

William

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
William's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I'm a junior at Yale University pursuing a double major in Linguistics and Theater. I have experience tutoring in a variety of subjects, but I'm particularly excited to help students with writing, critical reading, and SAT or ACT preparation. I had a strong support network of teachers and mentors th...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Test Scores
SAT
1580
ACT
35
Tara

Certified Tutor

Tara

Master of Fine Arts, Interdisciplinary Art
Tara's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Writing
6th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not teaching, you can find me practicing yoga, gardening, and reading about diverse cultures, the arts and politics.

Education

Goddard College

Master of Fine Arts, Interdisciplinary Art

PENN. STATE University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Julie

Certified Tutor

Julie

Masters, Urban Education
Julie's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Literature
SAT Reading

I am a Special Education English teacher in Philadelphia with a passion for education. I love working with students of all ages to find their learning style and to meet their personal goals. I also love to laugh and have fun while getting work done!

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Masters, Urban Education

Fordham University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Wamweni

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Wamweni

Masters in Education, International and Comparative Education
Wamweni's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania pursuing a Masters in International Educational Development. I graduated from Stetson University with my BA in 2017, and since then have worked in inner city schools. The last two years, I have taught Algebra and Geometry at a charter high sc...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Masters in Education, International and Comparative Education

Stetson University

Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Sarah

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sarah

Bachelor's in Mathematics (minor: Creative Writing and Statistics)
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry

I am a recent graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where I majored in mathematics and minored in creative writing and statistics. I tutor math, reading, and writing up to the college level. My favorite subject to tutor is Algebra, because I believe it is the most intuitive area in math, and n...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor's in Mathematics (minor: Creative Writing and Statistics)

Test Scores
ACT
35
Whitney

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Whitney

Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Whitney's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Nutrition
Human Development

I am skilled in social-emotional learning and take a student-centered approach to meet the individual needs and goals of every student.

Education

Temple University

Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is about understanding your writing goals and challenges. A tutor will review samples of your work, discuss what you're struggling with—whether that's essay structure, thesis development, or revision—and create a personalized plan. This foundation helps ensure every session after builds directly on your needs.

Tutors work with you to develop strong thesis statements, create logical outlines, and structure arguments that flow naturally from introduction through conclusion. Rather than just telling you what to do, they guide you through the thinking process so you understand how to organize ideas independently in future assignments.

Yes—personalized feedback on your actual writing is a core part of tutoring. Tutors review your drafts, identify specific areas for improvement, and work with you on revision strategies. This ongoing feedback loop helps you develop a stronger voice and catch patterns in your writing that you can fix on your own.

Both matter, but they're different skills. Grammar is the foundation—correct mechanics help your ideas come through clearly. Style and voice develop as you learn to make intentional choices about word choice, sentence variety, and tone. Tutors help you strengthen both, starting with whichever area needs the most support.

Absolutely. Citation formatting can feel tedious, but tutors break it down into clear, manageable rules so you understand the logic behind different formats. Whether you're working with MLA, APA, Chicago, or another style, a tutor can show you how to format in-text citations and works cited pages correctly.

Strong literary analysis starts with understanding what you're reading. Tutors help you identify themes, analyze character development, and support interpretations with textual evidence. They teach you how to move from simply summarizing a text to making meaningful arguments about it—skills that transfer across all your writing assignments.

Writer's block is common, and tutors have concrete strategies to help you move past it. These might include brainstorming techniques, freewriting exercises, or breaking large assignments into smaller, less intimidating steps. A tutor can also help you understand whether you're stuck on ideas or just struggling with how to express them.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced in helping students in Philadelphia meet their specific writing requirements. Whether you're working on assignments for your school, preparing for standardized writing assessments, or strengthening skills for college applications, tutors understand the expectations in your area and can tailor instruction accordingly.

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