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Sydny

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sydny

Bachelor of Science
Sydny's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Genetics
Chemistry

I am an incoming first-year medical student with a deep passion for the human body and mind. As a student who thrived with tutoring, I love teaching students how to think about problems and answer tough questions.

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science

Medical University of South Carolina

Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Meghan

Certified Tutor

Meghan

Masters, Journalism
Meghan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Reading and Writing

I am a 2015 graduate of Northwestern University, with an undergraduate journalism major/Spanish minor and a graduate degree in journalism. During my time at NU, I spent a semester at Madrid's top-ranked university, taking upper-level history and literature courses with Spanish students. I now work a...

Education

Northwestern University

Masters, Journalism

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Journalism

Northwestern University

Undergraduate degree in journalism (major) with a Spanish minor

Test Scores
SAT
1520

Certified Tutor

Julie

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Julie's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Math
9th-12th Grade Writing
9th-12th Grade Reading
AP Statistics

I am a rising junior at Princeton University pursuing a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy with a certificate in Statistics and Machine Learning. I am highly passionate about education: during the academic year, I serve as a volunteer tutor for the Petey Greene Program, which provides educational assis...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Kirstie

Masters in Education, Education
Kirstie's other Tutor Subjects
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Geometry

I am friendly, reliable, and most importantlycommitted to helping you learn! It is my top priority to create a positive learning experience that will help boost your test scores without boring you to tears. After all, shouldn't learning be fun?

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

St Johns College

Bachelors, Liberal Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Meghan

Bachelor of Arts in English (Minor in Music)
Meghan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in Literature

I am a graduate of Cornell University, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Minor in Music. I hold a Masters of Arts in English from the University of Connecticut, where I am currently working on my PhD in American Literature. I tutor a mix of test preparation, English, Literature, an...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Arts in English (Minor in Music)

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dalton

Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
Dalton's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry

I am no stranger to people getting tutors in order to succeed. An ambition to accomplish any academic goal was encouraged all my life; thus, I am accustomed to studying hard on top of participating in countless extra-curricular activities. I graduated highs school and received a diploma from the ext...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Jean

Bachelor of Arts in Latin American History
Jean's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of Duke University with a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American History. I recently received my Juris Doctor degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and began my career as an attorney. I am passionate about continuing my work in education through tutoring. I enjoy tu...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Arts in Latin American History

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Certified Tutor

Paula

Bachelor in Arts
Paula's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
2nd-8th Grade Math
3rd-8th Grade Science

I am extremely passionate about academics and learning; the value of each was inculcated into me at a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests and have been privileged enough to pursue knowledge in those areas. I even enjoy tucking away "useless...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Jonathan

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Jonathan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
PSAT Writing Skills

I am a recent graduate from The University of Chicago. I graduated with a degree in Political Science with much additional coursework in literature and philosophy. My favorite part about being a tutor is the moment of satisfaction that comes with seeing one of my students greatly improve after a lot...

Education

The University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Elena

Master of Arts, Art History
Elena's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Mathematics
SAT Reading and Writing

I am a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History & Archaeology with a secondary major in History. I focused on medieval art and history and wrote my senior thesis on the Byzantine Basilica of San Vitale in Ravenna, Italy. Currently I a...

Education

Southern Methodist University

Master of Arts, Art History

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in Art History & Archaeology (secondary major in History)

Test Scores
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

Martha

Current Grad Student, Global Health
Martha's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a PhD student at the University of Michigan, studying social psychology. Before this, I was at Duke University completing a BS in psychology as well as a MS in global health. My research combines the fields of global health and psychology by examining the effects of culture on self-related psyc...

Education

Duke University

Bachelors, Psychology

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Global Health

Duke University

BS in psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Meagen

Bachelor in Arts, English
Meagen's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I am a sophomore, English and Computer Science double major at Carleton College who is ecstatic about teaching and spreading my love of learning. I am also greatly interested in sociology and gender studies, and have yet to decide if I will minor in one of those fields, too. I love helping students ...

Education

Carleton College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Amy

Current Undergrad, English
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Writing
6th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am greatly passionate about (writing and literature), to help this student gain confidence in her learning abilities and get to a point where, instead of being discouraged, she could actually enjoy learning. I especially loved the moments when she reached a breakthrough in her understanding of a c...

Education

Princeton University

Current Undergrad, English

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Brittany

Bachelor in Arts
Brittany's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading and Writing
AP English Literature and Composition

I am a Yale University graduate with professional teaching experience at the college level. I know the SAT Writing and Reading sections like the back of my hand, and I know English, writing, and history as subjects just the same, but what I know most is how stressful and daunting the college admissi...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

Priscilla

Bachelor in Arts, Government
Priscilla's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in United States History

I am a student at Harvard College, studying government with a secondary focus in economics. I am currently teaching a class on civic engagement and government to fifth graders. In the past, I have also run simulations with high school students for academic conferences. While volunteering in Peru, I ...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor in Arts, Government

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
31

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Summarizing retells what happens in a text, while analysis explains why it matters and how it works. Literary analysis examines how authors use techniques like symbolism, tone, and narrative structure to create meaning. Tutors help you move beyond plot summary to ask critical questions: What is the author arguing? How do specific details support that argument? This deeper engagement is what separates strong literary analysis from surface-level reading.

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Yes. Tutors can teach you proper citation formatting and help you integrate sources smoothly into your essays. Beyond just formatting rules, they show you how to introduce sources, explain their relevance, and synthesize multiple perspectives—skills that strengthen your writing and demonstrate academic integrity.

Your first session focuses on understanding your goals, current challenges, and learning style. You might discuss a recent essay, a text you're reading, or specific skills you want to develop. The tutor assesses where you are and creates a personalized plan—whether that's strengthening thesis statements, deepening literary analysis, or building confidence with challenging texts.

In Knoxville's schools, the average student-teacher ratio is 13.8:1, which means teachers have limited time for individual feedback on writing and reading. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction lets a tutor focus entirely on your needs, adapt explanations to your learning style, and provide detailed feedback on your essays and analysis—the kind of individualized attention that accelerates growth in English literature.

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