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I studied at the University of North Florida and Valencia College. I have always been passionate about other languages and cultures, and so I decided to participate in a study abroad experience in Germany through UNF. I started learning German about two years ago, continued to study the language thr...
Valencia College
Associates, General AA

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Heidi
I am currently working towards a Bachelor's degree in mathematics from Western Oregon University. I tutored for two years in a campus tutoring center at Chemeketa Community College and have also done private tutoring. I tutor various levels of math, from elementary to calculus and I will be expandin...
Western Oregon University
Associate in Science, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Tess
Hi I'm Tess! I'm a Mathematics major at UNC Charlotte with minors in Linguistics and Cognitive Science. I've been tutoring for 4 years now and have worked with students ranging from ages 10 to 50. My specialty is math, specifically Algebra and Trigonometry, as I have the most experience tutoring in ...
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

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Marcus
I am a junior on the pre-med track at the College of William and Mary who is pursuing a major in biology, and a minor in kinesiology and health sciences. Additionally, I self-study Mandarin and am striving to be able to use it abroad one day.I am comfortable with working with students of all ages, a...
College of William and Mary
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Jhory
Our Educational Consultant, Jhory "JoJo" Buskey, obtained his B.A. in Theatre Arts from Dillard University, M.F.A. in Interdisciplinary Dance Performance, Theatre Design and Production from Tulane University, and M.S.Ed in Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment from Walden University. He has been in ...
Walden University
Master of Science, Education
Tulane University of Louisiana
Master of Fine Arts, Theater Arts
Dillard University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama and Dance Teacher Education

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Adriana
I graduated from Rutgers University in 2013 with a B.A. in French and English, receiving High Honors for both majors. I've been tutoring students since my first semester there, starting with literature and composition and eventually tutoring students from all levels of the Rutgers writing program, a...
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Bachelor in Arts, French (Linguistics) and English

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Ameh
I am licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and work as a bridge design engineer. I received my Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University. Throughout my academic and professional careers, I have enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my colleagues. I thought strenght of materials, structural a...
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Master of Science, Environmental Engineering
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Iowa State University
Doctor of Engineering, Structural Engineering

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Ankit
I have an MS in Chemistry and I have been working in Finance industry as a data scientist for nine years now. I have strong analytical skills, including Algebra, Calculus, Finance, Statistics and all types of Physics. I also use excel and programming languages such as Matlab, python and q/kdb+ in my...
Indian Institute Of Technology Bombay
Masters, Chemistry
Indian Institute Of Technology Bombay
Bachelors, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Alan
I am a Junior studying Chemical Engineering at Purdue University - West Lafayette (main campus). I have been a go-to person for academic questions among my friends and study groups, and I have helped quite a few of them getting a grade level better in a variety of classes. I am the most passionate a...
Purdue University-Main Campus
Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering

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Melanie
Hey you! Thank you for stopping on my profile to learn a bit about me. I will try not to bore you with my life's events, so I'll begin my storytelling.For as long as I can remember, I had an admiration of teachers, even before my father became one. When my dad became a math teacher, he used to let m...
UNLV
Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Arts
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Vanessa
ACT Reading Tutor • +36 Subjects
Teaching has been my passion from an early age. I have always enjoyed assisting students in their learning and their development of critical thinking skills. My education has been primarily focused on education and two specific content areas. I have a bachelor's degree from Hiram College in English and History. I also obtained a master's degree in Educational Studies with a minor in History from the University of Michigan and a master's degree in English from Cleveland State University. Along with my educational degrees, I am certified to teach 7-12 English and History. I have enjoyed a varied career in education working as an adjunct professor, substitute teacher, and tutor. I have worked with a diverse group of students from k-12 and adult learners as well as students with special needs and ESL students. Tutoring has been the highlight of my career. I see students improved most rapidly when given individualized attention and lessons. I thoroughly enjoy working one-on-one with students to both strength their understanding of a concept and improve areas of weakness.
Marisa
Algebra Tutor • +30 Subjects
I am a senior at MIT majoring in Writing with a specialization in Digital Media. I have also completed a minor in Business Management. As one of ten writing majors at a school full of people pursuing science and technology rather than humanities subjects, I have taken a default position as tutor for anyone struggling with any writing assignments. I have helped fellow college students on a wide variety assignments ranging from analytic papers on race in the media, to papers on scientific theories, to scholarship essays. In high school I was a Link Crew tutor for three years, making myself available for tutoring sessions after school for whatever subject students required help in.But enough about my qualifications. If you are looking for a tutor, you probably want someone who will not only help you meet and exceed your own goals, but also someone you can connect and get along well with. So here are some fun facts about me:-Before college I traveled around Europe with two friends and we visited every art gallery we could find-I am in the process of writing a full-length screenplay for my thesis in writing-I love tea, cats, crime novels, and gluten free pizza-I am a fan of Harry Potter, Doctor Who, and Breaking Bad-I have met Brendon Urie from Panic! at the Disco
Roderick
PMP Tutor • +2 Subjects
I provide beginning and advance pedagogical methods in generally accepted good practices of Project Management based on the Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK - Registered Trademark of PMI) and Lean Six Sigma Methodologies.
Priya
Academic Coaching Tutor • +29 Subjects
Hello! I have my Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University and I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW).I passed my ASWB exam the first time, and the tips and tricks I learned throughout studying will be beneficial as I tutor you to pass this exam and become a LSW. I have experience with tutoring students for this exam and through the tutoring sessions, these students were able to pass the exam. I have access to the Dawn Apgar book, as well as other resources such as pocket prep, Agents of Change, Raytube and a study guide that I created including different theories, ethics, tips and tricks, medication, program development, and more. All these tools will help me tutor you to pass the LSW exam and help lower your anxiety around the exam as well. It can be a nerve racking exam, so I am here to help you feel confident in your abilities to pass!Throughout my years, I have also worked with a variety of students which ranged from elementary school to college students. I have tutored students in a wide array of areas including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Middle School Math, SAT Math, and Reading/Writing for elementary school and middle school students. I enjoy working with students and seeing the growth that they make with the time that I have with them. I am also able to put problems into perspective for students to understand easier and this will help them understand the concepts better both in math classes, as well as reading and writing courses.
Audrey
Clinical Psychology Tutor • +6 Subjects
I am very excited to be a part of Varsity Tutors because it is my belief that everyone has the capability to succeed in school, even if they need a little extra help to get there. Quality education is absolutely essential in making sure a child is prepared for their future career. I love working with students and seeing them triumph over areas they were once struggling with.
Consuelo Coyle
Anatomy & Physiology Tutor • +19 Subjects
I have been alicensed speech language pathologist for over 30 years. I received my Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing and my Master of Science inSpeech Language Pathology from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. I also taught speech pathology classes for five years to undergraduate students. My background in communication hasallowed me to work with all age groups and work in many diverse environments,including Early Intervention, Public schools, MRDD, Private practice, Hospitals and Rehabilitationcenters. My professional experience allows me to identify strengths and challenges in astudent's skillset and adapt my teaching to their best style. I ask students if they are visual learners, auditory learners, or kinesthetic learners. I can can adapt and individualize strategies to help them become more successful. Iam currently an instructor for college-level Anatomy, Physiology and Microbiology. Ihave been a professional tutor in the sciences for the past seven years and started working for Varsity Tutors in 2022. I love to see whenthat "light-bulb moment" occurs in my students' eyes.
Phu
Business Tutor • +12 Subjects
A highly result-oriented mindset, a professional with proven track records in finance, auditing and banking.I am currently pursuing MBA degree at University of Missouri, emphasis in Finance. I received my Bachelor of International Business Administration in 2013. Since graduation, I have been working as an Senior Associate for PwC and Finance Reporting and Control Officer for BNP Paribas Bank. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and outdoor activities such as running, swimming and tennis.
Stephanie
AP United States History Tutor • +55 Subjects
I am a graduate of Columbus State University. After attending college I began my teaching career, I taught middle school student for the next five years. For the last nine years I have taught at the high school level, where I have taught various history courses including Advanced Placement in all of the following: United States History, World History, and European History.I became a teacher because I wanted a job that did not fell like a job everyday with a rigid routine. What I have learned over the years is that each group of students is unique and I most enjoy the end of they year when we can reflect on the journey they took to achieve their success. I am most proud when my students tell me that I made them understand History and they previously saw themselves as bad history students. The reality is history is meaningful to everyone, but it is the teacher's responsibility to help the students make the connections bringing the past to life.
Marissa
ACT Prep Tutor • +46 Subjects
I am currently graduating from School for Advanced Studies high school and Miami Dade College with my Associates in Art both simultaneously. I am going to continue my education at Carnegie Mellon University. I tutor my peers and anyone that needs help in my family. I have a pretty wide range of what I can teach because of all the different people that need help. I am also able to teach in different ways to make sure that the student understands and masters the materials given. I tutor in all types of math and am flexible with the type of math students need help with. On my free time I play the French Horn with my school band and hang out with family and friends.
Jenise
Business Tutor • +7 Subjects
I have 12 years of HR experience. I've also taught Managing Human Capital, Introduction to Compensation and Benefits and Business courses at the university level. I have trained others in time management and developing effective study skills. In my spare time I'm an avid reader and I love true crime shows. I look forward to working with you!
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Score improvement depends on your starting point and how much time you invest. Students who work with tutors typically see meaningful gains by focusing on their weakest content areas and mastering test-taking strategies. For example, a student scoring a 2 or 3 might realistically reach a 4 or 5 with consistent preparation, while students already at a 4 can often push toward a 5 by refining their approach to difficult questions and managing time more effectively.
The key is identifying exactly where you're losing points—whether it's conceptual gaps, careless mistakes, or pacing issues—and addressing those specific challenges rather than reviewing material you already know well.
This varies based on your current level and the subject, but most students benefit from starting preparation 3-6 months before the exam. For subjects like AP Calculus or AP Chemistry with heavy conceptual material, earlier start times help. For humanities AP Exams, you might focus preparation more intensively in the final 2-3 months if you're doing well in the course.
Rather than a fixed timeline, think about frequency: consistent weekly or biweekly sessions over several months typically works better than cramming. Your tutor can help you create a personalized prep schedule based on practice test results and which content areas need the most work.
Tutors build confidence through familiarity and practice. When you've worked through dozens of practice problems and full-length practice tests under timed conditions, the actual exam feels less overwhelming. You'll know what to expect, recognize question patterns, and have strategies for questions you find tricky.
Beyond content mastery, tutors can teach practical test-taking strategies like pacing techniques, how to manage difficult sections, and when to skip and return to questions. Many students find that knowing they have a plan for handling tough questions significantly reduces anxiety on test day.
Practice tests are essential—they're your most accurate predictor of actual exam performance and reveal exactly where you need to focus. Taking full-length practice tests under timed, test-like conditions helps you discover whether your struggles are content knowledge, pacing, question interpretation, or something else entirely.
A strong prep strategy includes taking a diagnostic practice test early to identify weak areas, then targeted practice on those topics, followed by full-length practice tests every 2-3 weeks to track improvement. Your tutor can review your practice test results with you to pinpoint patterns in your mistakes and adjust your study plan accordingly.
The biggest challenges vary by subject, but pacing is nearly universal—students often don't finish all questions or rush through the free response section. Other common issues include misunderstanding question formats (especially on exams with rubrics), running out of time on calculation-heavy sections, and freezing on unfamiliar question types they haven't practiced.
Reading comprehension sections trip up many students because they try to absorb every detail instead of skimming strategically. Math-based AP Exams often challenge students who understand concepts but make careless errors under time pressure. Identifying which specific challenges you face—through practice tests and honest self-assessment—lets your tutor target the right solutions.
Yes. Tutors work with the official AP Exam curriculum, so whether you're ahead, behind, or on pace with your school course, tutoring fills gaps and reinforces what you're learning in class. Many students use tutoring to understand difficult concepts their teacher covered quickly, get extra practice on challenging topics, or move ahead if they're progressing faster than the class.
The best approach combines both: your school course provides the curriculum, and tutoring provides personalized focus on your specific weak areas and intensive test-taking strategy preparation that classroom instruction may not have time for.
The best AP Exam tutors combine deep subject expertise with test-specific knowledge—they understand not just the content, but the exact format of the exam, common student mistakes, and what scores at different levels typically require. They should be able to teach content clearly and also be skilled at analyzing your practice test results to spot patterns in your mistakes.
Look for someone who emphasizes practice tests and active problem-solving rather than just reviewing notes, who can adapt their teaching to your learning style, and who creates a realistic improvement plan based on where you're starting. Communication matters too—your tutor should explain their reasoning and help you understand why you made mistakes, not just tell you the right answer.
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