Award-Winning Tutors from Virginia Commonwealth University

Hi! My name is Natalie, and I am a university student studying English! I have helped tutor people in reading comprehension, creative writing, and academic writing.

Hello! I graduated college in 2023 and have been working in public education these past two years tutoring middle schoolers in math and algebra. I love seeing things click in their heads and helping them gain confidence in themselves and their skills.

I'm an animator and illustrator with four years of experience. Im able to teach in animation, drawing, and general art techniques.

Hello, my name is Eric! I'm originally from Erie, PA, where I graduated from Gannon University with a Bachelor's of Science in Chemistry. While at Gannon University I spent time working in the Math & Science Center, tutoring fellow undergraduate students in various math and science subjects, including : calculus I, calculus II, pre-calculus, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. I also tutored students in various chemistry subjects as well as physics I and II. After graduating from Gannon University, I moved to Richmond, VA to get my PhD in Chemistry at Virginia Commonwealth University. At VCU, I took several graduate level chemistry courses that have sharpened my expertise, as well as engaging in graduate level research for the past five years, specializing in physical chemistry, and publishing two first-author papers in ACS Langmuir. In addition, I worked as a TA at VCU for all five of my years there, teaching students in introductory chemistry, general chemistry I, general chemistry II, and physical chemistry I-III.Tutoring at Gannon University made me fall in love with teaching and fueled my desire to become a professor, leading to my decision to go to VCU for my PhD. I am extremely passionate about science and love helping students come to a place of understanding and appreciation for the material they are learning. The "ah-ha!" moment when students go from confusion to understanding is something I take great joy in and hope to continue to do so by tutoring through wyzant.

I am currently a senior at Virginia Commonwealth University. I am majoring in Bioinformatics and want to become a pediatrician. I have such a strong passion for teaching and working with students to create the strong connection they need with their education. I cater to younger students ranging from Kindergarten to 7th grade. I teach math, english, science, and social studies.

As a Spanish tutor, I think it is very important to review material, have time for questions, and encourage students to understand the language as a whole. I have been a Spanish tutor for 4 years and I truly enjoy helping students reach their goals academically. I find that expanding vocabulary helps students to express themselves more clearly, breaking down grammar helps the students correctly insert verbs and conjugations into their sentences, and introducing common phrases or greetings helps students understand the cultural values of different Spanish speaking countries. It is my personal goal to always continue improving my Spanish tutoring skills and therefore, feedback is always welcome! I look forward to meeting you and sharing the Spanish language with you as well.

Hello! My name is Angela. I am an experienced process / project management professional with a passion for implementing practical and simplistic solutions to problems.I also have a deep passion for volunteering my time to educate and empower others' lives so that their professional opportunities are discovered and achievements can be realized.Specialties include: PMP exam prep; Agile - Scrum and Kanban methodologies; resume writing; public speaking; business writing; career planning; market plan; APA writing; studying skills; academic coaching

Artist, Social Work student, and lover of learning. Intrigued by language. Patient, empathetic, and creative in teaching style. How do you learn best? What can I do to support you?

Hi, I'm Mr. Marlin! With over 15 years of experience in elementary education, I love making learning fun, creative, and engaging. My goal is to help every child build confidence, strengthen their skills, and discover that learning can be exciting! I bring patience, positive energy, and a little humor to every virtual session. Let's learn, laugh, and grow together!

I am a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with a B.F.A. in Theatre Design and Production. I currently work in fundraising at the Orlando Fringe. I started tutoring because of my passion for learning and education.I tutored college level Math and History for over two years through the VCU Campus Learning Center. One of the math courses I tutored for was the lowest level of math offered at the university. Many of my tutees were students who disliked math because of their struggles with the subject. I was very successful with these student because I helped them find the relevance in what they were learning. I have worked with a wide range of students including adult learners, students with learning disabilities and ESL students. I have now been tutoring for Varsity Tutors for over three years.What makes me a great tutor is my patience, positivity and passion for seeing my students succeed.

I am a former Pre-algebra, Algebra and Geometry teacher for 5th, 7th and 8th graders. I have been tutoring people in various subjects more or less my entire life. There is always something I can help with. I have found that people all respond and learn differently and that teachers are not always the best communicators. I am of the opinion that any subject a person really wants to learn about, they can become proficient in.However, advice, teaching and tutoring are all a gift and should presented as such. If I take a five dollar bill, place it in a thank you card and hand it to someone. It will be far better received and valued, then if I throw a balled up soaking wet hundred dollar bill at them.I have tutored people of all age groups and disciplines, from 4th and 5th grade math in the Richmond school systems, to energy balances for middle aged men studying to be chemical engineers. I pride myself on finding the explanation that allows a person to understand the subject matter. My focus is general within chemistry and mathematics. I have worked one on one and within group settings within my experience of tutoring.I do not like to simply give the answers to a person but, instead want the person to work their way through the problem. I find this is the best way to help students develop their own strategies for tackling future problems. Problem solving in STEM disciplines requires more than the ability to solve the problem. I have found that some students have concentration issues. Some students have reading comprehension issues when it comes to problem wording. Some students might find the methodology of solving a particular problem to be their trouble spot. I work with students to find where their weakness are, and help them develop strategies to overcome.At the end of the day my belief is if you can understand facts or logic, you can learn anything within the STEM fields. My hope and job is to get you to a point of understanding.

My teaching philosophy is centered on clarity, encouragement, and practical application. I believe every learner has the capacity to succeed when taught in a supportive environment that respects their individual learning styles and experiences. I am passionate about tutoring because it allows me to meet learners where they are and help them unlock their full potential. Seeing a student gain confidence, achieve clarity, and apply knowledge independently is deeply rewarding.

Learning a new subject is an exciting journey, and I am passionate about tutoring because I get to help students along that path. Tutoring allows me to witness students connect with material and have those "Ah-ha!" moments.Throughout my school career I would collaborate with my classmates to tackle particularly tough material. I have naturally been drawn to helping others and have often found myself on both sides of the tutoring relationship. So, I can give students instruction empathically and patiently.I graduated from VCU with a Bachelor's of Science in Physics in 2016. While I was there I led a lab class where I worked with individuals and small groups of students, helping them to understand and use physics and math concepts.My style of tutoring is like a discussion. By asking questions, I teach the student how to think through problems and come up with their own methods to approach problems.Outside of tutoring, I enjoy being outdoors, cooking, and trying new things. My dog helps me with some of those things.

Tutoring is something that I enjoy doing because I tend to work with people that care about their education and now I am in the position to help them move forward in their career, so I find my passion through that, knowing that I am influencing someones career.I am a Biochemistry Major at Virginia Commonwealth Univiersity and currently on the Pre-Medicine track.Currently a senior as an undergraduate student.

Born into a family of editors, a love of etymology and grammar was instilled (okay, hammered) into my mind at an early age. Any questions brought up at the dinner table led directly to a reference book. Wondering where your meal came from? Pick up the Oxford Companion to Food. Any question about word origins? Grab your magnifying glass, and pour over the dictionary. This type of curiosity has followed me into adulthood. I'm a full-blown Wikipedian.My rsum goes beyond tutoring. From grant proposals to album reviews, I've been published across disciplines. I've spent two years writing and editing for literary magazines. I've hosted a radio show focusing on philosophy and hip-hop. I've studied in Richmond, Pittsburgh, Salamanca, and Valparaiso.I believe tutoring happens on a case-by-case basis. I personalize each lesson, so whether your child learns through close-reading and marginalia, or through pneumonic devices and word games, we will find a way to a lesson that sticks. Let's learn together!

I am a recent Biomedical Engineering graduate who is pursuing a Master's in Public Health at Virginia Commonwealth University. This career path has trained me to integrate math, science and the humanities together to form systems and programs to provide quality of life for all. I additionally have a passion for education, whether in creating educational programs or tutoring. My favorite subjects to tutor are math or science, however I am confident in most subjects at the High School Level including Latin. I work to stand in the shoes of the student to adopt their perspective to find new, unique ways to educate. Each of us has a unique learning style and learning a students' style is important in conveying any subject or concept.

I am a Graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University as a student of English, Creative Writing, and Teaching. My educational background specializes in Secondary English Education, but I am practiced at creating content and concepts for lessons suitable to 3rd and 4th grade students, as well.I specialize in short text summarization activities, poetic interpretation, and close reading analysis. Younger students of mine receive instruction in spelling, sentence construction, vocabulary building, counting, and word problems.I am also a published author of poetry and short stories and have instructed writers and artists in writing, comedy, stage performance, lyric writing, guitar, music theory, and other artistic disciplines in my various positions over many years.

I am currently a Master’s candidate at Seton Hall University pursuing my M.A. in Diplomacy and International Relations. I graduated in 2013 cum laude at Virginia Commonwealth University with a B.A. in Political Science, and I minored in both Economics and Religious Studies. My academic strengths include:Writing - I am proficient many forms of academic writingHistory - I am expected to understand the political climate, government structure, and contemporary history of as many countries as I can handleStandardized test prep - I myself have taken many standardized examsOther social sciences - I took every AP social science course offeredI first started tutoring when I myself was in high school; helping the local middle school students with the homework they were most struggling with. I have two siblings who are now in high school turning to me for tips to succeed. I have also recently helped a number of my frightened peers practice and plan for their GREs. I understand the patience and the process involved in helping someone find their confidence and their mechanisms for success when approaching any subject material.My hobbies include reading. I read in parks, in cafés, on my couch, on vacation. To me, reading is the biggest luxury, and my favorite activity. When I am on break from school, I read nearly every day. Occasionally I also enjoy walking around the mountains and going to events in the city.

I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Virginia, where I double majored in Psychology and Cognitive Science. More recently, I received my M.S. in Criminal Justice from the Wilder School of Government & Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University. During my time at VCU, I had the privilege of serving as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, which allowed me the opportunity to teach undergraduate courses. Among my responsibilities as a TA, my favorite tasks involved my ability to work one-on-one with students and see them improve their grades over the course of the semester with my help. These days I am most interested in improving the critical thinking and critical writing skills of students who will comprise the next generation of college graduates and working professionals. The ability to express oneself clearly through writing is an invaluable skill both within academia and the professional workforce. I believe it is my job to provide students with the necessary preparation and skills they will need to succeed in a college environment and beyond. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy reading fiction (with a special soft spot for sci-fi/fantasy), running and training for my next marathon, and experimenting with new recipes in my kitchen.

I have worked as a tutor for 3+ years now and have hundreds of hours of experience both online and in person. I am currently a fourth-year undergraduate student at Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in Chemistry (biochemistry). As an academic tutor, I specialize in the subjects of math, reading, writing, chemistry, biology, and Spanish. I work with all age groups (from pre-K to college), but my focus is high school and college-level Math and Sciences. If you're looking for a tutor to help you pass a class, study for an exam, or even complete a homework assignment, look no further!

I love helping kids to understand and appreciate the applications of math. I volunteered as a mentor with middle school students while attending the College of William & Mary, where I received a BS in Mathematics. After college, I worked as a tutor at a public high school, teaching algebra and geometry. More recently, I received an MS in Statistics from Virginia Commonwealth University, where I tutored undergraduate students as a teaching assistant. I believe that tutoring works best if the tutor and student work together to figure out how to best help the student learn. My goal is to help the student become independent and empowered in their education. I am available for in person and online tutoring.

As a dedicated Medical Student at Virginia Commonwealth University with a Master's in Medical Physics and a Bachelor's in Physics, I have cultivated a strong foundation in the sciences that I am eager to share with my students. With over 2 years of tutoring experience, I have successfully guided students in subjects ranging from AP Physics and Chemistry to various levels of Calculus and Statistics. My teaching philosophy centers on the belief that every student has the potential to excel; my role is to tailor my approach to fit their unique learning styles. I take pride in creating a supportive and engaging environment that fosters curiosity and confidence. Physics is my passion, yet I am equally enthusiastic about helping students in mathematics, engineering, and programming. I find immense satisfaction in witnessing my students' growth and success, which fuels my commitment to education.

I am a recent graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, where I graduated with a BA in Political Science. I will begin graduate school this fall at Virginia Commonwealth University and will begin a position as a teaching assistant in the sociology department. During my undergraduate career, I have had several opportunities to work with my peers on projects and assignments. History, government, literature and writing are subjects that I have always enjoyed, and I love sharing my passion for them with high school and college students. I am always ready to share my insight and experiences in SAT testing and AP testing. I believe that the most important part of success for students is accommodating their personal learning and study preferences. Whether it’s the style of organizing notes or the need for background music during a session, each student must feel absolutely comfortable, and as a tutor I take that responsibility seriously. I enjoy incorporating my interests and hobbies with my academic passions, and believe that all students can do the same. I am an avid reader and film watcher, and enjoy writing poetry and music with the help of my guitar.

I am a licensed Pre-K to 6th grade teacher from the Richmond, VA area. I graduated in 2012 from Virginia Commonwealth University with my Masters in Teaching for Early and Elementary Education. I have done post-graduate coursework for working with Gifted and Talented students. I am in my fifth year teaching and currently teaching in a private Kindergarten. In the afternoons I also help with homework help for K-5 students. I have previously taught 4th grade and in early childhood settings. I was also a tutor for Huntington Learning Centers while I was searching for a full time teaching position. During my tutoring there I worked with elementary students as well as with middle school students for math and science. I was also an SAT and test prep tutor. I decided to look into Varsity Tutors because I enjoy teaching and I was looking for additional income. My love of teaching goes back to my own elementary school days and playing school as a child. I always said I wanted to be a teacher from about the time I was in second grade.

I am a patient and passionate educator with the belief that any student can succeed in reaching their full potential with the right tools, guidance, and practice. I am a graduate of the University of Wilmington North Carolina and Virginia Commonwealth University. I received my Masters of Arts in Teaching from UNCW and my Bachelors from VCU. Since graduation, I was an interventionist and worked with several small groups of students in grades Kindergarten and third grade. to assist with bringing them back to grade level. I have taught Kindergarten for the past four years. Cumulatively, I have over 7 years of experience in teaching, mentoring, and tutoring grades K- 8th grade. I love all subjects but I especially love reading and math. I like to use a variety of strategies to help my students understand the concepts that are being taught because I know that everyone learns in their own way. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my kids and creating new an exciting experiences for them! A fun fact about me I used to play volleyball for VCU!

Learning is for life. Every student is capable of learning. If the desire is there, I will help a student to achieve more success!

I am currently a rising Sophomore at Virginia Commonwealth University majoring in Computer Science and a minor in Finance. I have been private tutoring for almost 3 years and specialize in improving SAT and ACT Math scores. I have taken 11 AP classes at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology including Calculus AB and scored a 5. I have also scored a perfect 800 on the SAT Math 2 subject test and 36 on ACT Math. As the Co-President of the StartupTJ club at his school, I enjoy guiding motivated students through the process of launching their own profitable business. In my free time, I love to play basketball, golf, and catch my Boston sports teams play.

I am a recent law school graduate from Suffolk University Law School and hold a B.S. in Criminal Justice with a minor in business from Virginia Commonwealth University. Throughout high school, college, and law school, I have served as a coach, mentor, and teacher. I coached a swim team for many years, taught swim lessons to everyone from babies to adults, and served as a volunteer assistant with a middle school ESL department. As a law student, I had the opportunity to participate in a program where I taught Constitutional Law to high school juniors and seniors at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School in Cambridge, MA. I loved working with my class and watching how much they learned and grew throughout the year. One of my students was even selected to participate in a national moot court competition, and I had the privilege of coaching him through the competition and watching him compete in Washington, D.C. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about history, government, political science, and law. I also love reading and writing, and am very experienced in drafting all types of writing and papers, including personal statements and college/grad school essays. Enthusiastic, passionate, and goal-oriented are words used to describe me. I love working with students of all ages and welcome any challenge!

I have always loved Math and Science, and my desire to learn has not yet subsided. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, and a Doctorate in Biochemistry. I enjoy teaching, training, and tutoring students of all levels in Math and Science. Although each student is different, I treat every case with equal conviction and effort from the most humble to the highest aspiring goals. Boredom and frustration are the source of nearly every student's struggles. Consistently my students say I clarify the most complex problems, transforming impossibly tedious and confounding coursework into an exciting and manageable challenge. I do this by relating the latest discoveries and personal anecdotes to the subject matter, making the ancient, esoteric theories tangible and fresh. When I am not reading and writing about science, or planning strategies to make math and science more accessible, I am playing with my dog, watching zombie movies or systematically sampling every slice of pizza in Boston.

My name is Paulette Newman. I have worked with children and families for 15 years in various settings. This has included substitute teacher, substitute instructional assistant, case manager (benefits program specialist), and as an AmeriCorps volunteer. I hold a B.S. in Sociology with a minor in Cultural Studies. I'm looking forward to tutoring students. Let's reach your potential.

I am currently a lead preschool teacher. I received my Bachelor's in Psychology from VCU and am looking to return to school to further my education. While in college, I worked as a Supplemental Instruction leader, teaching general biology and anatomy. I have also worked in an after school program with elementary age children, but I have my fondest memories volunteering as a counselor for Camp Kesem. In my own experience, I loved school and now I love teaching even more at all age levels! I especially enjoy the challenge of getting creative to discover what approach and mediums work best for each student. I am available for in person as well as online tutoring.

Throughout my undergraduate career I have come to understand the vital importance of supplemental instruction. This has significantly attributed to my academic success and has become a vital portion of education. I believe that I can help assist and bridge the knowledge gap that can often occur in the classroom as well as help develop a long term improvement to individuals approach to the learning process.

I am passionate about creating a nurturing, playful, and purposeful learning environment where young children feel safe, valued, and excited to explore. I have developed a deep understanding of how to foster social-emotional growth, academic curiosity, and foundational skills in our youngest learners.

Hello! I'm Mitchell, and I am your History and Government expert! I am here to help you learn about all things History and Social Studies! I have my Master's Degree in Education from VCU, and I am a Special Education Teacher that is willing and able to work with you to help you succeed.

I have been coaching students to their best performance in math for seven years. I am fluent in all levels of math, primary, secondary, and freshman/sophomore university level. I am also fluent with the mathematics which one may find on the ACT, SAT, GRE, ASVAB, CLEP test and most standardized test. My background in Engineering also gives me a level of confidence with computer science and general sciences such as physics and chemistry. I have over a year of study in each myself. Overall, I have had much success working with students in various languages and levels of computer programming.

I am proficient in calculus and algebra, and am well versed in many other areas of mathematics. This is a direct result of good teaching, hard work and dedication. I hope to pass on some of the insights that I have gained through my education and work experience. I am patient, friendly and approachable. I can break down complex problems and explain them in layman's terms. I have been tutoring part time for 6 years now and enjoy it very much.Currently I am working towards a masters degree in electrical and computer engineering. In my spare time, I like to build guitar amplifiers and play guitar for fun."Math is cool I use it every day. When I work and even when I play. I've got problems to be solved, in my home and at school. I like it when there's math involved 'cause math is cool!"

I've been passionate about robotics, engineering, and technology since I was a little kid. My education was a major part of my upbringing and who I am today, so tutoring seems like a good way to give others the same support I received.Few experiences have been as rewarding as sharing my passion for science and tech with kids as a robotics camp counselor. Seeing children get excited to learn about programming, design, and problem solving the same way I did at their age with my old legos was amazing.Right now I'm looking to tutor in mostly STEM subjects, and though the website won't seem to let me check the box, I also speak conversational spanish.

I am a graduate of Virginia Tech, and majored in biology with a chemistry minor. I have a Master's degree in Biology, and 4 years of PhD completed in microbial ecology. My graduate work focused on microbiology & ecology, and I have a passion for teaching and science! Currently, I am a high school science teacher with 8 years of experience teaching high school and college courses. I tutor high school to graduate-level sciences, and am also experienced in tutoring AP courses. I have an easygoing, nonjudgmental, and inclusive style, consistently earning excellent teaching evaluations from students. My teaching philosophy is "less lecture, more conversation"! I clarify difficult concepts into understandable and cohesive lessons and take pride in personalizing lessons to each unique learning style. I pride in my ability to facilitate thoughtful discussion, taking time to prepare before each session, and exchanging class materials with students.

I have a Master's of Teaching with a focus in secondary mathematics from Virginia Commonwealth University and Bachelor's degrees in Applied Mathematics and Economics from the College of William and Mary. I am currently a high school math teacher and am passionate about cultivating a love for mathematics.

Hello and Welcome!A little bit about myself: I have a BA in History from Christopher Newport University, and a Master's in Secondary Social Studies Education from Virginia Commonwealth University. I currently live in the Richmond, VA area, and I am an avid bibliophile.I take great pride in creating customized learning plans for students, helping them not only learn history, but also see how it affects their own lives. I am passionate about a wide range of Social Studies topics, which helps me bring a great enthusiasm to my work.My mantra as a tutor is: "My goal is your success". I am here to help you succeed. I look forward to working with you!