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Jessica

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jessica

BS
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade AP English
1st-12th Grade English
6th-12th Grade AP English Literature
6th-12th Grade AP English Language

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...

Education

College of Southern Nevada

BS

Rachelle

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Rachelle

Master's/Graduate
Rachelle's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade AP English
K-12th Grade English
6th-12th Grade AP English Literature
6th-12th Grade AP English Language

I am a graduate of The University of South Carolina School of Music where I received a Master of Music in Composition. Since graduation, I have composed and recorded works for multiple ensembles, but my true passion is music education. I enjoy seeing people gain confidence with learning. Celebratin...

Education

University of South Carolina-Union

Master's/Graduate

Full Sail University

Bachelor

Beth

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Beth

AB
Beth's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade AP English
1st-7th Grade English
6th-8th Grade AP English Language
6th Grade AP English Literature

I am eager to encourage and inspire my students to reach their educational goals. I have forty plus years of classroom teaching experience with an exceptional track record and over ten years of experience in successfully leading and supervising other teachers as elementary principal.

Education

Baylor University

AB

Apurva

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Apurva

Bachelor's
Apurva's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade AP English
1st-6th Grade English
9th-10th Grade AP English Literature
9th-10th Grade AP English Language

I obtained my education from Rutgers University where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Cell Biology and Neuroscience and I also obtained my Masters from Rutgers University in Biomedical Sciences. I'm passionate about helping students because I believe in their potential and the transformative power of...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

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...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

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'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

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 ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

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...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32

Frequently Asked Questions

7th Grade AP English focuses on developing critical reading, writing, and analytical skills that prepare students for advanced coursework. The curriculum typically emphasizes literary analysis, essay writing, vocabulary development, and close reading of complex texts. Students learn to identify literary devices, construct arguments with evidence, and refine their writing through revision—all foundational skills for success in AP-level English courses in high school.

Many 7th graders struggle with the transition from basic comprehension to analytical thinking, particularly when writing essays that require textual evidence and sophisticated arguments. Other common challenges include managing longer reading assignments, understanding complex sentence structures, and developing a consistent writing voice. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction can help students build confidence in these areas by breaking down complex concepts and providing targeted feedback on their writing.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have experience teaching advanced English to middle school students in Charleston. Tutors are matched based on their expertise in curriculum, teaching style, and availability to meet your student's specific needs. You can discuss your student's goals and challenges during an initial consultation to ensure a strong fit.

One-on-one instruction allows tutors to focus on your student's individual learning style and specific areas of need—whether that's essay structure, close reading techniques, or vocabulary building. Research on personalized learning shows that tailored instruction significantly improves student engagement and comprehension compared to classroom-only instruction. A tutor can also provide immediate feedback on writing and adjust pacing to ensure your student truly masters each concept before moving forward.

The first session is typically an assessment and goal-setting meeting where the tutor learns about your student's current level, strengths, and areas for improvement. The tutor may review recent assignments, discuss your student's writing style, and identify specific skills to focus on. This information helps create a personalized tutoring plan that targets your student's unique needs and academic goals.

Tutors work with students on all stages of the writing process—from brainstorming and thesis development to drafting, revising, and editing. They teach strategies for organizing ideas logically, incorporating textual evidence effectively, and maintaining an academic tone. With regular practice and detailed feedback on each essay, students typically see significant improvements in clarity, argumentation, and overall writing quality.

Yes—tutors teach close reading strategies that help students identify key themes, analyze character development, and understand an author's purpose and tone. They guide students through challenging texts by breaking down complex passages, explaining literary devices, and modeling how to ask critical questions about what they're reading. Over time, students develop the analytical skills needed to tackle increasingly complex literature independently.

Varsity Tutors offers flexible scheduling to accommodate your student's school, extracurricular, and family commitments. Sessions can be arranged around your student's availability, whether that's after school, weekends, or during study periods. Most students benefit from consistent, regular sessions—typically 1-2 times per week—to build momentum and see meaningful progress.

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