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2+ years
I'm Lorenzo! I'm a rising senior at the University of Pennsylvania studying engineering and education. Teaching has been a lifelong passion and in school I am a part of multiple tutoring organizations in the Philadelphia area. I am passionate about math and science (especially computer science), as ...
University of Pennsylvania
BOE

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Darnell
As a passionate educator with a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from Liberty University, Dr. Barnett brings 20 years of tutoring and classroom experience to his role. His specialties in Elementary School English, Math, Reading, Science, and Social Studies enable him to create engaging, inter...
Liberty University
Doctorate (PhD)
Johns Hopkins University
Master's/Graduate
University of Maryland
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a proud graduate of Williams College (Go Ephs!). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biology and English, with a Concentration in Neuroscience. After graduation, I joined the world of play and enjoyed two amazing years with The LEGO Group. My time with LEGO inspired me to bring fun and engaging e...
Johns Hopkins University
MED
Williams College
MED

Certified Tutor
2+ years
For many students, especially those with learning disabilities, ADHD, or differences in how they process information, this path can feel intimidating or out of reach. My mission as a tutor and mentor is to make the journey into medicine structured, attainable, and empowering by providing individuali...
Johns Hopkins University
MS
Elmira College
MS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Liza
As an occupational therapist with a master's degree in special education and have worked in public, charter, and specialty schools for over 25 years, I am committed to helping students struggling with learning via traditional means. I have a clear understanding of how to differentiate teaching strat...
Johns Hopkins University
MS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have a BA and Masters of Science in Mathematics. I have been teaching all levels of Math for the past 14 years and I love to make it fun! It is also great to see students understand and succeed as they don't always realize how simple something can be when it is broken down into easier steps! I ha...
Ottawa University-Online
BS
Cambridge College
BS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Esme holds a Master's degree in Special Education and a U.S. teaching license, giving her formal training in IEP-aligned instruction, differentiated lesson design, and evidence-based interventions. She tailors sessions around each student's specific learning profile — whether that means modifying re...
University of Glasgow
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Leah's Early Childhood Education degree trained her to recognize that every learner processes information differently — some need visual scaffolding, others benefit from hands-on manipulation or verbal repetition. She adapts quickly, whether a student needs modified math problems broken into smaller...
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Aiden
As a passionate educator with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Spanish from Austin College, I am dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for my students. With experience in tutoring subjects such as Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, and Spanish at various levels, I strive to create e...
Austin College
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Sam
Hello! My name is Sam Bicking. I am an alumni and student at The University of Pennsylvania studying Pre-health sciences before entering medical school. I have been tutoring for several years with students with disabilities (and amazing students without disabilities).
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor
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Dr. Marsh
Middle School Math Tutor • +43 Subjects
As you can probably tell, I am passionate about helping others learn. I believe that all students can lean, when provided with the proper tools. I have a diverse background in education, having worked as a teacher in all grades, K-12, special education, and adult education. Additionally, I've held roles as a lead teacher, literacy coach, instructional specialist, academic engagement administrator, assistant principal, principal, and director. I hold five teacher certifications and four administrator certifications. I am also a proficient instructional coach certified through the MDE. I graduated from MSU, U of D, WSU, SVSU and CMU. I have an insatiable thirst for learning and take great joy in instilling that same love for learning in others!
Morgan
Elementary School Math Tutor • +54 Subjects
I am a graduate of the University of British Columbia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in History where I focused on colonial economic history in Africa and then decided to obtain a Bachelor of Education in Secondary Social Studies Education. I was very privileged to be able to travel extensively and live abroad during my degrees, including in India and Uganda. After graduating with my B.A I moved to Ghana to completed a fellowship with a Canadian development organization. I worked with youth opening small businesses in Northern Ghana and here fell in love with entrepreneurship. While I was in Ghana, COVID started changing the world and I made it back to Vancouver 5 days before the airport was closed. I had plans to study for a M.A in Belgium but decided to stay close to home due to COVID and my family pushed me to consider formal teaching after doing it informally for so many years and I am so grateful they did push me into it. I fell in love with education during my BEd and received the Maxwell A. Cameron Memorial Award for Education students promoting global change through teaching. During my practicum in White Rock, B.C, I taught Philosophy 12 and Social Studies 10. After graduating I moved to Somaliland, a small unrecognised country in the north of Somalia to teach at a teachers training college for women. I led the Exceptional Education department which focused on teaching future teachers how to support students with exceptional needs. Following this, I moved to Bahrain in the Middle East to teach Grade 4 at a Canadian International School. After a long year of teaching grade 4 I wanted to take a break from classroom teaching and decided to move to Zanzibar, Tanzania, to work with a Canadian development organization and informally teach young women about entrepreneurship. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about History, Social Studies, Philosophy, and reading intervention. I believe that education changes the world and I am motivated to support my students in becoming leaders of their own learning through inquiry and critical thinking. I was not a fan of school but I love learning and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students, even those who may feel underwhelmed (to say the least) by school. I love travelling and learning about new cultures and have been privileged to live in 9 countries now and travel to many others. I enjoy listening to music, dancing in my living room, swimming, dogs, and nature.
Tina
AP Calculus AB Tutor • +142 Subjects
Hi! I'm a STEM, SAT/ACT, and language tutor with over a decade of teaching and tutoring experience. I have tutored students in every grade level in K-12 and first and second year college students. I mainly teach Math, Science, Physics, Hindi, English, French, ACT (35 score), and SAT (1560 score), and other subjects upon request.
Dolores
Elementary School Math Tutor • +10 Subjects
I am a graduate of Cambridge College in June 2012. I received a Master's in Special Education K-12. I lived in Italy prior to graduating college. A Senior Chief needed a tutor for her son who was struggling. I tutored the young man in reading and math. While my degree is for kindergarten through 12th grade, I enjoy working with kindergarten through 4th grade. I am passionate about reading, writing and math in grades kindergarten to 3rd. I believe education is a necessity for an improved quality of life and try to incorporate daily life within lessons.
Elizabeth
Elementary School Math Tutor • +59 Subjects
I am an Educator with 22 years of experience working with students of all ages, ability levels, and subject areas. I received my Masters of Education from Slippery Rock and my Bachelors of Art in Sociology with a focus on Secondary Teaching from Geneva College. I've taught in a variety of academic settings; private, public, alternative education, and online. Subjects taught include; Social Studies, Reading, English Language Arts, Math, Science, Biology, AP Psychology, Health, and Study Skills. I hold a Level II Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in the following areas: Special Education N-12, Social Studies, Mid-Level Math, and English. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing, Biology, Social Studies and Social Sciences. When working with students, whether in the classroom or in tutoring sessions, my mission is to assist them in reaching their maximum potential by using research based and innovative teaching methods. I aim to promote success and accomplishment for all students and look forward to working with you!
Julia
Phonics Tutor • +21 Subjects
I have been an elementary and middle school teacher for the past 14 years, and enjoy working with all ages of students. My focus over the last few years has been to delve deeply into the science behind learning to read. As a result, I have become a Certified Orton Gillingham Instructor through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education (IMSE). The Orton Gillingham (OG) approach consists of multi-sensory instruction that is direct, explicit, and systematic. Lessons are based on the individual needs of the student. It has been proven over time to be a very effective way to teach students with reading difficulties, including dyslexia, to read. I look forward to help you or your child experience the joy of learning to read.
Anna
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +134 Subjects
Update: I completed a two-month full-time guest teacher assignment teaching World Languages Spanish to high school students (9th-12th) Spanish 1/2/3. By utilizing a student-centered learning approach, cultural competence, and equitable teaching, I support students with pedagogy rooted in inquiry, hypothesis, information gathering, problem-solving, and action. I encourage all students to adopt an open-minded approach, and provide support to gifted students, students with disabilities, English Language Learners, and Multilanguage Learners with equity. "Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced." James Baldwin I am in my second year of grad school, pursuing a dual master's degree in K-8 Elementary Education and K-12 Special Education (Mild to Moderate Disabilities). With my education grad studies and BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), I synthesize creativity and best practices in education to find creative ways of supporting learners. My pursuit and purpose is to guide with compassion and enthusiasm. I encourage students to take ownership of their learning. By promoting student agency, students empower themselves to achieve in academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. As an ADHD adult, I enjoy working with ADHD students and adults experiencing anxiety + depression. What is effortful for our neurodivergent brains is also our superpower! In my career, I have lived and worked in NYC as an editorial photographer, actor, and dancer. I lived in Berlin and pursued performance art + music while honing my communications skills in digital art + copywriting in Marketing. In Los Angeles, I succeeded as a commercial and theatrical actor. My skill set is suited for collaboration with all students to support and develop their passion for learning, exploration, and critical thinking. I live in southeastern Washington State and teach in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington State public school districts. I support students in the following subjects: Elementary School Reading Elementary School Math AP English High School English Middle School English Middle School Math Digital Media & Graphic Design Fine Arts & Filmmaking Creative Writing Study Skills & Organization German 1/2 Spanish 1/2/3 Spanish Language Arts English Language Learners English Language Development Algebra 1/2 Special Education (all subjects) High School Math "We all have ability. The difference is how we use it." Stevie Wonder Thank you for reading! Ms. Anna C.
Evie
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +57 Subjects
All students can learn, however, not all students learn the same way. The key to learning and the most important part of any teachers job is helping students understand how they learn best. That is what I do well.
Molly
TOEFL Tutor • +58 Subjects
Hello! I enjoy working with students because it delights me to see them realize their true potential, and all that they are capable of! I have over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, Social Studies, Speech, and theatre, and have also taught Humanities and tutored ESL at the college level. I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Teaching as well as an ESL Certification. I enjoy tutoring a wide range of subjects in the area of English and the Humanities. My favorite subjects are history and literature. Outside of teaching and tutoring, I love to garden, read, and sing and dance!
Sydnie
Middle School Math Tutor • +35 Subjects
As a dedicated tutor with a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from George Washington University and a Bachelor's in Psychology with a Minor in Special Education from James Madison University, I am passionate about fostering a supportive learning environment for my students. With over 2 years of experience in special education, I utilize a personalized approach that focuses on each student's unique strengths and challenges. My teaching philosophy centers on creating engaging and interactive lessons that promote critical thinking and confidence. I am motivated by the opportunity to help students achieve their academic goals and develop a love for learning. I have a passion for the language arts and love reading and writing while also valuing math and science. In my free time, I enjoy playing and watching sports, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Special Education builds critical thinking and problem-solving skills that apply across academics and careers. A strong foundation in Special Education opens doors to advanced coursework and prepares students for standardized tests.
Many students find that success in Special Education boosts their confidence in related subjects too.
Common challenges include gaps from earlier material, difficulty with specific concepts, and trouble applying what's learned to new problems. These issues compound quickly in Special Education because topics build on each other.
A tutor identifies exactly where you're stuck, fills in gaps, and gives you targeted practice until the concepts click. That 1-on-1 attention makes a big difference.
Look for someone with strong Special Education knowledge who can explain concepts in multiple ways until you understand. Patience and the ability to adapt to your learning style matter as much as expertise.
Varsity Tutors vets all tutors through background checks, credential review, and teaching evaluation—so you can focus on finding the right personality and teaching approach fit.
For students who are struggling, stuck, or want to excel, tutoring often pays off in better grades, stronger test scores, and reduced stress. The 1-on-1 format lets you move at your own pace and focus on what you actually need.
Many students also develop better study habits that serve them in other subjects.
Most students benefit from 1-2 sessions per week. If you're significantly behind or have a major exam coming up, more frequent sessions can help you catch up faster.
Your tutor can recommend a schedule based on your goals and timeline.
Yes—both are core parts of tutoring. Tutors help you work through challenging homework problems while teaching the underlying concepts, so you're not just getting answers but actually learning.
For exams, tutors provide targeted review, practice problems, and test-taking strategies specific to Special Education.
Tutoring is typically purchased in hour packages, with rates varying by tutor experience and subject complexity. Varsity Tutors offers several package options.
You can discuss pricing during your consultation to find an option that fits your budget and goals.
Your tutor will assess where you are, discuss your goals, and start working on areas where you need the most help. Many students bring current homework or upcoming test material to focus on.
By the end of the session, you'll have a plan for moving forward and a sense of how your tutor approaches teaching Special Education.
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