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MS Harvard University • BA Dartmouth College
6+ Years Tutoring

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 subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.

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Aaron
BA The University of Texas at Dallas • Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.

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Nina
MS Columbia University • BA Northwestern University
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.

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Reid
PhD Harvard University • BA Wesleyan University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.

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Charles
BA Yale University
1+ Years Tutoring

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 describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!

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Solange
BA Harvard University
8+ Years Tutoring

I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.

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Michelle
MD Baylor College of Medicine • BA Rice University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medicine.

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Christopher
BA Harvard College
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.

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Liz
MS Simmons College • BA Washington University in St. Louis
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!

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Justin
BA Washington University in St. Louis • Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics University of Chicago
9+ Years Tutoring

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 Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.

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Justin
BA University of Chicago • Current Grad Student, Philosophy University of New Mexico-Main Campus
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue engaging in my passions for learning and teaching. While in school, I have spent countless hours coaching high school speech and debate both in person and working online with students across the country. My focus in coaching has been to emphasize philosophy and critical thought to prepare students to think through novel arguments on their own. I am passionate about teaching and tutoring because I love seeing students learn to be intellectually independent and think through problems on their own terms by developing their critical thinking skills. I have devoted my life to education because I am passionate about it, and I try to share some of my passion for learning with the students I work with. I tutor all sorts of Standardized Tests, and I particularly enjoy working on logic-based problems like analogies and math sections. When I am not tutoring or reading for school, I enjoy strategy games (both board games and video games), listening to music, hiking, playing basketball, and just relaxing with friends.

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Sabira
BA Johns Hopkins University
5+ Years Tutoring

I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because there are so many ways to learn it and if one way does not help I can use another. I used to teach taekwondo and interacted with all kinds of students, and I'm excited to help out more!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students preparing for the CDR Exam typically find the Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) case studies most demanding, as they require synthesizing nutrition assessment, diagnosis, and intervention planning under time pressure. The Foodservice Management section also challenges many candidates because it blends technical nutrition knowledge with operational and business management concepts. Additionally, the Evidence Analysis Library (EAL) questions test not just content knowledge but the ability to critically evaluate research quality and apply evidence-based practice—a skill that requires both deep subject mastery and strategic test-taking approach. Personalized tutoring helps students identify their specific weak points and develop targeted strategies for each question type.

Effective case study preparation requires more than memorizing answers—you need to practice the systematic process of gathering nutrition history, conducting assessment, and formulating diagnoses within the time constraints. Many students benefit from working through cases by first identifying the client's key medical conditions and lab values, then mapping these to appropriate nutrition diagnoses using the standardized language (IDNT). A tutor experienced with CDR Exam preparation can walk you through the reasoning behind each step, help you recognize patterns in how cases are constructed, and teach you to avoid common pitfalls like missing subtle lab abnormalities or selecting diagnoses that don't align with the assessment data.

A strong CDR Exam tutor should hold the Registered Dietitian Credential (RD or RDN) and ideally have recent experience with the exam or active practice in clinical nutrition, foodservice management, or research. Beyond credentials, look for tutors who understand the specific structure and question types of the current CDR Exam, can explain the reasoning behind correct answers rather than just providing them, and have experience helping multiple candidates pass. The best tutors stay current with updates to the Evidence Analysis Library, understand how to teach both content mastery and test strategy, and can adapt their teaching to your learning style and schedule.

Evidence Analysis Library (EAL) questions test your ability to evaluate research quality, understand study design limitations, and apply findings to practice—skills that go beyond memorization. A tutor can teach you how to quickly assess whether a study's methodology supports its conclusions, recognize common research biases, and determine when evidence is strong enough to guide nutrition recommendations. Rather than memorizing specific EAL conclusions, effective tutoring focuses on building your critical thinking framework so you can evaluate unfamiliar research scenarios on test day. This approach also prepares you for real-world practice as a registered dietitian.

The CDR Exam allows approximately 1.5 minutes per question, which means you must work efficiently without sacrificing accuracy—a balance many candidates struggle to achieve. Tutors experienced with the exam can teach you strategic approaches like identifying keywords in case scenarios, prioritizing which information is most relevant to the nutrition diagnosis, and recognizing when you're overthinking a question. They can also help you practice full-length simulations under timed conditions, identify where you're losing time, and develop personalized pacing strategies based on your strengths and weaknesses across different question types.

Many students struggle to match the correct nutrition diagnosis (using IDNT language) to the client's specific clinical presentation—they either select diagnoses that are too broad, miss subtle clues in the assessment data, or choose diagnoses that don't align with the nutrition-related problem. For example, students might select "Excessive Mineral Intake" when the case actually indicates a need for increased mineral absorption due to malabsorption. A tutor can help you develop a systematic approach to diagnosis selection by teaching you to identify the root cause of the nutrition problem, understand the distinction between related diagnoses, and practice applying IDNT language with precision across diverse case scenarios.

Most candidates benefit from 3-6 months of focused preparation, though this varies based on your background, time availability, and how recently you completed your dietetics program. Tutoring is most effective when combined with independent study—a tutor helps you prioritize high-yield content, clarifies concepts you find confusing through self-study, and provides targeted feedback on practice questions and case studies. Rather than replacing your study plan, personalized instruction accelerates your learning by helping you work smarter, avoid common misconceptions, and build confidence in your weaker areas before exam day.

The CDR Exam is regularly updated to reflect current evidence-based practice and changes to the Evidence Analysis Library, which means using outdated study materials can lead you astray. A tutor who stays current with these updates can ensure you're studying the right content, explain how recent EAL conclusions affect nutrition recommendations, and help you navigate any structural changes to the exam format. This is particularly important because the exam emphasizes evidence-based practice, so your preparation materials need to reflect the most current research and professional standards.

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