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I am experienced in tutoring math, science, English, and the environmental sciences, but my favorite subjects to tutor are beginner's Chinese, reading and writing skills, and essay writing and revision. Over the years, I've seen that every student has an individual, personalized learning style, and I strongly believe it is important for tutors to match their teaching styles to the student. The qualities I'll bring into every session with my students are patience, commitment, and persistence, with an eye for a comprehensive mastery of all aspects to the material.

I am a prematriculant student at the University of Chicago. In high school I took advanced STEM courses at the University of North Texas through a high school program called the Texas Academy of Math and Science. I love taking high level math courses, but I get even more excited when I can help friends and classmates in courses I have already taken. I believe that having a solid understanding of math concepts builds you up for success in any field. I have experience as a teaching assistant in pre-calculus and calculus and have experience tutoring and assisting students in high school math, calculus, and differential equations. When preparing students for standardized tests like the ACT and SAT, I focus on filling any gaps in material and teaching new techniques for making the test easier and quicker to take. I have used and perfected these techniques while taking the ACT and SAT myself and have had success on both tests. I am also a National Merit Finalist.

I am a graduate of Texas A&M University; I received a Bachelor of Science in Biology along with being a minor in Spanish. I also studied at Plano ISD in high school. As Plano ISD is recognized for its academic achievements and competitiveness, I have always been positively challenged by my curriculum and by my peers to improve and to push myself to excel. From a young age, I have always been a part of the Gifted and Talented program. Trying to challenge myself and wanting to be different, I took a risk and joined the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, a program that was not as well recognized at the time and was extremely difficult. Joining the IB program was the best decision I have taken thus far. I gained knowledge from all around world- different insights, different histories, different philosophies, different literature, etc.

I am extremely passionate about teaching, I find the position personally satisfying and beneficial to the students I work with. I am a great communicator and listener and have the ability to understand a student's needs. I love creating lesson plans, organizing workflow and interacting with the students. Education is a passion of mine and creating a safe, friendly and productive environment for my students to learn is a top priority. I've worked as a tutor for over 3 years across a range of subjects, especially Calculus and Chemistry, with my experience and set of skills I feel that I would be an excellent personal tutor for any student.

Kenan's Mathematical Economic Analysis degree means he lives in the overlap of algebra and data interpretation — the exact combination the PSAT's math sections test hardest, especially on no-calculator questions that require modeling real-world scenarios with equations. His 1530 SAT confirms he's navigated the full test architecture the PSAT draws from, and his strength in AP English Literature sharpens his approach to the evidence-based reading passages where students need to track an author's reasoning across multiple paragraphs.

I'm a second-year student at Rice University majoring in Biochemistry and Cell Biology as well as in English. My unusual double major is a result of my inability to choose a favorite subject--I love literature and science! This love of learning translates naturally to my role as a tutor. Because I love learning, I look for ways to transmit my passions to others by teaching them. Another reason I enjoy tutoring lies in my own experience as a student. I had to work very hard for the grades it took to get to college, so I understand the problems of the struggling student, and I try my best to relate the methods I personally used to overcome those obstacles.

Scoring 1410 on the SAT gave Alisa a clear map of the PSAT's trickiest territory — the no-calculator math questions that demand fluency with quadratics, systems, and ratios under time pressure. Her two years running drop-in tutoring sessions at UT Dallas means she's seen nearly every way a student can get stuck on a problem and knows how to quickly reroute their thinking. Rated 5.0 by students.

I am currently an undergraduate student at New York University. As someone who plans to work in education one day, I am extremely passionate about teaching and helping my students succeed. I love creating lesson plans, organizing work flow, communicating with my students, and growing alongside them. I tutor a variety of subjects ranging from elementary math/english all the way up to college calculus. With that however, I am most passionate about tutoring SAT and helping with the college application process as I have only recently gone through the process itself and have experienced first hand just how stressful and confusing it can be. In my spare time I enjoy figure skating, reading, drinking a good cup of coffee, and playing the viola.

I am a Junior undergraduate student at Texas A&M University. I am currently in pursuit of a Computer Science Degree with a Mathematics Minor. Throughout high school and college, I have seen some peers struggle in concepts of Math due to a lack of foundational knowledge. Especially since I have been in the shoes of a high school student enrolled in higher-level math courses, I strongly believe that I have the knowledge and experience to help students grasp the important fundamentals that are required to gain a deeper understanding of Math. My biggest goal is to be able to pass on my knowledge to other students and to be able to take part in the success of other people.

John's English and Drama training sharpened the close-reading and rhetorical analysis skills that the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading section rewards — identifying how authors structure arguments, use tone shifts, and deploy evidence across paired passages. His 36 ACT and experience teaching both SAT Math and SAT Reading mean he tackles the full exam, including the algebra-heavy no-calculator section where students often stumble on multi-step word problems. Rated 4.9 by students.

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.

Comparative Literature trained Chloe to do one thing relentlessly — read closely and argue precisely about what a text is actually doing — which is the entire game on the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading and Writing sections. Her 1540 SAT means she's already navigated the test the PSAT is modeled on, and her linguistics minor gives her a structural grip on the grammar-in-context questions that most students try to solve by ear. Rated 5.0 by students.

I am working toward an MD at Stanford University. I am happy to help with MCAT, SAT, SAT subject, AP test prep, and general academic subjects. Throughout my 8 years of experiencing tutoring middle school and high school students, I aim to help students raise their test scores through targeting points of weakness and developing the tools to conquer those areas. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy running, listening to music, traveling, and reading.

I am continuing my education with a Master's in the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards for my students is to bless them holistically, both through my academic skills and through any relationship that I am able to build with them. I believe in teaching my key patterns of thinking; teach them how to fish instead of giving them a fish, as it is said. I am best at Math and Science, and any of the high-school level subjects pertaining to those fields.

I'm Eisha, a Public Health major at the University of Texas at Austin with an interest in medicine and teaching.

I am currently a Master's student at Cornell University. I graduated with my Bachelor's of Science from Cornell in 2016 and I plan to attend medical school in the fall of 2017. I am really excited to be tutoring for Varsity tutors because I really enjoy helping students with subjects that gave me trouble in school. I hope that my time spent developing strategies to learn and absorb the tough material can help you succeed.

Rice's neuroscience curriculum has Brett reading and interpreting dense research studies daily — the same skill set the PSAT's Evidence-Based Reading section tests when it asks students to trace claims through paired passages and identify supporting data. His 35 ACT and 1550 SAT mean he's already conquered both major test architectures, and he uses that dual perspective to teach pacing and elimination strategies across the reading, writing, and math sections. Rated 5.0 by students.

I am a first year pure math PhD student at Boston College.

I'm starting my junior year at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. I'm currently getting my degree in biology with a concentration in health and human disease, global health, and a minor in French. I love reading, traveling, learning and helping others learn! I have experience tutoring high school and elementary school students in math, science, and English and I love tutoring in each subject equally. Eventually, I see myself going to medical school and researching topics related to viral diseases which I've been interested in since a very young age. I'm very passionate about the subjects I teach and hope to pass my passion on to the individuals I tutor!

I am very passionate in assisting students to meet their goals. My goal is to be as understanding as possible while simultaneously pushing you to do your best in your courses. I have experience working with others in classes and tutoring and assisting a variety of students from college level science courses. Currently, I am a senior biomedical science major at Texas A&M University with an acceptance into Texas A&M College of Medicine this upcoming year. I am looking to tutor people in Biology, Microbiology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Biochemistry. I am excited to meet and assist you during our time together.

I'm originally from Dallas, Texas. I'm currently a freshman at Rice University studying Neuroscience and Psychology on the premed track. I am incredibly passionate about learning; my favorite subjects are science and history. I've tutored high school biology, middle school science, English, and math, as well as elementary school English, science, and math in the past. I'd also love to help students be successful at standardized testing such as the SAT and help students by editing essays, whether for a class or for the college application process. I am a virtual tutor and would love to connect over Zoom. I hope I can help you!

Game theory with advanced middle schoolers in Hong Kong, an economics degree from Brown, a 1570 SAT — Carter's background means he understands both the quantitative and verbal sides of the PSAT at a structural level. He's particularly sharp on the Heart of Algebra questions that require translating word problems into equations without a calculator, drawing on the applied math training that ran alongside his economics coursework. Rated 5.0 by students.

A perfect 1600 on the SAT means Sandra already knows the test family inside and out — and the PSAT is built on the same blueprint, just calibrated for earlier readiness. She breaks down the math sections by concept cluster (linear vs. nonlinear models, ratios, data analysis) and teaches the evidence-based reading strategies that turn tricky paired-passage questions into straightforward eliminations. Rated 5.0 by students, she's a strong pick for anyone targeting National Merit qualification.

I am a current teacher in Dallas ISD. Other than being a passionate Horned Frog, I also love music and theatre. I cannot wait to meet you and see you grow and succeed!

I am a student at Trinity University currently studying biochemistry. I have experience as a tutor my senior year at Clear Lake High School, when I worked as an instructor at Mathnasium. I also volunteered in a program helping students with SAT prep and college applications. My favorite subject to tutor is math, because the clear cut answers of mathematics make it easy for a student to see their progress and build their confidence, which for me is the best part of tutoring! My teaching style is very flexible, as everyone has different needs, but I usually use a lot of socratic questioning. Outside of academics, my interests include singing, soccer, and most recently, rock climbing!

I am from Portland, Oregon and currently attend school in Dallas, Texas. I enjoy going outside and spending time with friends and family. I would love to help you study and get ahead or catch up in your classes!

I'm currently attending Rice University- pursuing a double major Bachelor of Arts in Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Economics. As you can probably tell I'm very passionate about math, and I'm even more passionate about teaching it! I prefer to teach math a little differently than some of you may used to. Many of students think of math as a plug and chug approach- simply being given formulas and plugging numbers in. While I will give you the formulas and critical things to remember if you insist on it, I prefer to teach mathematics as a form of problem solving. How math works is a beautiful thought process- understanding how a formula was conceived is much more rewarding than simply memorizing it. But in the end it's all up to you- the student. If you want a fast run-down of everything you need to know to ace the test- I'll happily help you. However, if you're willing to think outside of the box and learn some very neat stuff, I'll open the doors to mathematical problem solving for you!

I'm an undergraduate at Rice University, majoring in Physics and Biochemistry, with a strong passion for research, classical music, and good teaching. I've loved math and science from a young age and am eager to share my knowledge with other students. I believe that everyone deserves to enjoy learning about our world and that everyone has their own preferred way to learn. That's why I hope to offer personalized tutoring that helps you learn not just the material but also how to better teach yourself.

Meghana's BS/MD track at Texas A&M means she's juggling neuroscience, biology, and English simultaneously — a combination that maps neatly onto the PSAT's split between quantitative reasoning and evidence-based reading and writing. Her 1570 SAT and 34 ACT show she's conquered both test formats the PSAT draws from, and she uses that dual experience to teach students how to handle command-of-evidence questions and Heart of Algebra problems with equal precision.

Miguel's dual Computer Science and English degrees mean he's equally sharp on the PSAT's no-calculator algebra questions and the Evidence-Based Reading passages that trip up students who can parse code but not arguments — or vice versa. He teaches the Writing and Language section by connecting grammar-in-context questions to the same logical structures he uses in programming, making the rules feel systematic rather than arbitrary. His 1550 SAT confirms he knows the test the PSAT mirrors, and students rate him 4.9.

I am a graduate of New York University and received my Bachelor of Science in Finance. I also completed my premedical coursework at NYU and will be attending medical school in July 2015 as my next step to becoming a pediatrician. Ever since high school, I have tutored and worked with children of all ages and from all backgrounds. As a tutor at Mathnasium, I worked with elementary and middle school students to improve their math skills. In college, I worked for America Reads and served as a reading tutor for 3rd graders in a NYC public school. And after graduation, I spent my time before medical school teaching self-contained 4th grade in Houston ISD. While I tutor a wide range of age groups and content areas, I am most passionate about tutoring math, science, and college admission tests (SAT and ACT). As a public school teacher, I am also very familiar with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade STAAR strategies and content. I have had a lifelong passion for working with children, teaching, learning, and math/science. I truly enjoy building relationships with my students and watching them grow academically. Besides teaching children, some of my hobbies include: hiking, skiing, swimming, working with animals, and enjoying the great outdoors.

Rakhi's applied math degree means the PSAT's quantitative sections — Heart of Algebra, Passport to Advanced Math, and the data-analysis questions that require interpreting tables without a calculator — play directly to her training. But she also covers the Writing and Language section, where her 1550 SAT experience translates into teaching students how to spot punctuation and transition errors in context rather than relying on ear alone. Rated 4.8 by students.

I am currently a third-year student majoring in Biology and a part of the Health Science Scholars Honors program at the University of Texas at Austin. I have experience tutoring high school and middle school students for the past couple of years in a variety of subjects and my favorite ones include sciences such as biology and chemistry, as well as ACT/SAT/PSAT test prep. I firmly believe in the value of good education and hope to inspire that same positivity in others.

I am a fourth year undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering Honors with minors in Computer Science and Business. I have always been passionate about helping others by continuing the chain of mentorship that I received and helping others avoid the same mistakes I once made. Prior to University, I spent my spare time spreading environmental awareness to elementary students, coaching middle school basketball teams, and guiding nascent MathCounts and Science Olympiad programs. Since arriving at UT Austin, I have had the privilege of teaching a classroom of middle schoolers for a semester as part of the UTeach Outreach program. I am most passionate about Math, Computer Science, and the college application process. In my experience helping struggling students prepare their applications for admissions, I have had the most fun reviewing essays and revising resumes. I also enjoy sharing tips and tricks to solving any Standardized Math Test questions! I truly believe education is the key to a better future, and it cannot be taken for granted because of the unequal opportunities that others face. Outside of academia, I enjoy working out, hiking, playing sports with my friends, and showing people new songs!

Clairemarie's liberal arts background means she's spent years moving fluidly between close reading, analytical writing, and quantitative problem-solving — the exact combination the PSAT tests across all its sections. She's particularly strong on the Writing and Language questions where students need to fix grammar and sentence structure within the flow of a passage, not as isolated rules. Her 1550 SAT confirms she knows the test architecture the PSAT is built from.

I am a third year student at The University of Texas at Austin studying Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science. I have 3 months of online tutoring experience, tutoring both computer science and chemistry. I like the students I tutor to have a hands on approach to learning. The easiest and most fun way to learn is to do. I love watching students use what they've learned to solve real problems.

I am currently a senior at Rice University. I am majoring in Economics and Biochemistry & Cell Biology. Since I am still a college student, I have taken most subjects recently so the concepts are still fresh in my mind. I really enjoy working with students and will customize my method of teaching to best cater you. I have previously tutored with Kumon Learning Center and am eager to tutor you!

Jonathan's chemical engineering background means he's spent years translating word problems into equations and interpreting data under pressure — two skills that dominate the PSAT's math sections, from Heart of Algebra through Problem Solving and Data Analysis. He also covers the reading and writing side, approaching grammar-in-context questions with the same systematic logic he applies to engineering problem sets. His 1550 SAT confirms he knows the test architecture the PSAT is built on.