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Molly

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

Molly is an Illinois-certified K–9 teacher with a Master of Science in Education from Northwestern and deep classroom experience across multiple grade levels, which means she understands how to sequence a full curriculum — not just teach isolated lessons. For homeschool families, she designs instruc...

Education

Northwestern University

Master of Science in Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Hasan

Certified Tutor

Hasan

B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts
Hasan's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

A Brown-trained writer and visual artist who also teaches math through calculus and science through high school chemistry, Hasan can anchor a homeschool week around the subjects that often require the most outside support — then pivot to literature discussion or essay feedback without switching tuto...

Education

Brown University

B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Tom

Certified Tutor

Tom

PHD, Biophysical Chemistry
Tom's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade math
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra

A PhD in biophysical chemistry plus three separate bachelor's degrees means Tom can genuinely anchor a homeschool week around the subjects that most often require expert support — chemistry, physics, calculus, and pre-calc — while also covering essay writing, literature, grammar, and history. His te...

Education

Stanford University

PHD, Biophysical Chemistry

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts

Laura

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Laura

Master of Fine Arts, Costume Design
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade Writing
10th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

Laura's MFA and undergraduate work in music and theater give her an unusual entry point for homeschool families — she can tie together writing, literature, history, and the arts in ways that make cross-curricular connections feel natural rather than forced. Her subject range runs from AP US and Euro...

Education

California Institute of the Arts

Master of Fine Arts, Costume Design

University of Washington

Bachelors, Music, Theater

Arianna

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Arianna

Bachelor of Science
Arianna's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade math
9th-12th Grade Writing
Pre-Algebra
Calculus

A Dartmouth neuroscience graduate who also carries deep math range — pre-algebra through calculus — and science coverage from biology and chemistry to physics and anatomy, Arianna can anchor a homeschool student's STEM curriculum without needing a rotating cast of specialists. She's currently pursui...

Education

Dartmouth College

Bachelor of Science

Kenan

Certified Tutor

Kenan

Bachelor in Arts
Kenan's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade math
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

Math is usually the subject homeschool parents hand off first, and Kenan can take it from first-grade arithmetic all the way through AP Calculus BC — a continuous thread that keeps a student from having to switch tutors every time the material jumps a level. His mathematical economic analysis traini...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Rebecca

Certified Tutor

Rebecca

Bachelors, Economics and Mathematics (interdepartmental), Cognitive Science, Music Performance
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
11th-12th Grade math
11th-12th Grade Writing
11th-12th Grade Reading
College Algebra

I am a firm believer of this and, as such, I do not spoon feed students during sessions but rather guide them to figure out how to answer their own questions and solve their own problems. Thus, I focus not only on what to do, but how and why to do it. One of the most significant drivers of independe...

Education

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bachelors, Economics and Mathematics (interdepartmental), Cognitive Science, Music Performance

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Nicole

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nicole

Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
Nicole's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

Families juggling a homeschool schedule across multiple subjects benefit from Nicole's unusually wide range — she covers math from pre-algebra through calculus, English and essay writing at every level, plus accounting, economics, and business courses that most tutors can't touch. Her Ross School of...

Education

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Bachelors, Business Administration and Management

Test Scores
ACT
32
Patrick

Certified Tutor

Patrick

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing (English)
Patrick's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-6th Grade math
3rd-5th Grade Science

For homeschool families whose students are strongest in — or most drawn to — the humanities, Patrick's MFA in Creative Writing and English BA let him build a cohesive language arts curriculum covering reading, writing, literature, grammar, poetry, and essay work from elementary through college level...

Education

University of Miami

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing (English)

University of California-Irvine

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
ACT
32
Philip

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Philip

Current Undergrad, International Relations and Politics
Philip's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

Philip was homeschooled for the majority of his K-12 years and can speak to both the freedom and the challenges that come with it — structuring a curriculum, staying motivated without a classroom, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. He later transitioned into public school and standard...

Education

Carnegie Mellon University

Current Undergrad, International Relations and Politics

Test Scores
SAT
1490

Frequently Asked Questions

Homeschooled students benefit from personalized instruction that fills curriculum gaps, accelerates learning in strong areas, and provides expert guidance tailored to their specific learning style. A tutor can offer accountability, structured feedback, and subject-matter expertise that complements a parent's teaching, especially in challenging subjects like advanced math, sciences, or foreign languages.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced in working with various homeschool curricula, whether you're using popular programs like Saxon Math, Apologia, or Classical Conversations, or following a custom approach. Tutors can align their instruction with your chosen curriculum and help reinforce concepts your student is learning.

Homeschooled students often struggle with subject areas outside a parent's expertise, staying motivated in isolated learning environments, and maintaining grade-level pacing across multiple subjects. Personalized tutoring provides expert instruction in difficult subjects, social accountability through regular sessions, and structured guidance to ensure students meet grade-level expectations in core academics.

During an initial session, a tutor will assess your student's current level, identify specific areas needing support, and discuss your homeschool goals and curriculum. This helps establish a personalized learning plan and allows your student to get comfortable with the tutor before diving into focused instruction.

It depends on the subjects and your student's needs. For elementary homeschool, one tutor can often support multiple subjects. For high school, subject-specific expertise becomes more important—connecting with specialized tutors in math, science, English, and other core subjects typically yields better results. Varsity Tutors can help you find the right match for your situation.

A tutor can assess your student's progress against standard grade-level benchmarks in reading, writing, math, and other core subjects, providing objective feedback on whether they're meeting expectations. Tutors can also recommend standardized assessments or progress monitoring tools to track growth over time and ensure your curriculum is appropriately challenging.

Frequency depends on your student's needs and goals. Some homeschoolers benefit from weekly sessions for targeted support in one or two subjects, while others prefer bi-weekly or monthly check-ins. A tutor can recommend an appropriate schedule based on your student's current level and the areas you'd like to strengthen.

Varsity Tutors connects Knoxville homeschoolers with experienced tutors who understand the unique needs of homeschooled students and can work flexibly with your schedule and curriculum. You can specify your student's grade level, subjects, and learning goals to get matched with a tutor who's the right fit for your family.

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