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9+ years
James
I am a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Political Science and a minor in Economic Policy. After graduating, I began tutoring a wide range of clients in reading, math, and other cognitive skills with a company called LearningRx in Green Bay, WI. I also have taught guitar an...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor in Political Science; minor in Economic Policy

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jenny
I am an educator who loves to help students reach their goals. I have taught for many years, and always enjoy the challenge of working with a student who is struggling with the content they've been assigned. My goal as a tutor is to help students succeed while challenging them to use their critical ...
University of Missouri-Columbia
Masters, Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum with a TESOL emphasis
University of Wisconsin Madison
Bachelors, English with an emphasis in Creative Writing

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Madeline
I'm currently a PhD student in microbiology! I love teaching and making concepts "click." I've worked in biology labs for many years so have great experience to make concepts applicable to the real world. Science should be fun and rewarding, and I do my best to make it so!
Carleton College
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Wisconsin Madison
Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jacob
I am a current Master's degree student at Illinois State University, where I study Communication. I currently work both as a private tutor for high school/AP English, ACT prep, SAT prep, and as a graduate teaching assistant at my university. I have several years of tutoring and teaching experience w...
Illinois State University
Master of Arts, Communication, General
Arizona State University
Bachelors, Communication

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sophie
I am a current sophomore at Brown University, where I study Applied Math and Urban Studies. I have tutored in a high school ESL classroom, as a private tutor, in a local community center, and on online platforms. I love tutoring all subjects, and I'm especially passionate about teaching math. As a t...
Brown University
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Shona
I am a passionate tutor of several subjects, with an emphasis on high school math. I attended Johns Hopkins University and spent a semester abroad in Seville, Spain. Since graduating in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics, I have worked in software development, education, and the ...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sarah
I am currently a junior at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and my major is Computer Science with a Math Emphasis. I tutor in Geometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, AB/BC Calculus, and Calculus 1.
University of Wisconsin Madison
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sarah
I am a lifelong learner. I have a BA in Religion (Buddhism) from Carleton College and a MA in Languages and Cultures of Asia from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have traveled to France, the Netherlands, Denmark, Japan, and China. I've lived in a suburb of Paris, a small farming island of Jap...
University of Wisconsin Madison
Master of Arts, Area Studies
Carleton College
Bachelor in Arts, Humanities

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Maddy
I am studying Economics and Business with a Spanish minor at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and Spanish for elementary and middle school students. I look forward to working with you!
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts, Business, General

Certified Tutor
I'm now living in New York City pursuing a career in casting and producing theater. Although I have found my passion in the arts, I find great fulfillment tutoring math and science, because I think it's important for students to know they can succeed in these challenging subjects. I seek to develop ...
Dartmouth College
Bachelor in Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Essay editing tutoring focuses on strengthening your writing through personalized feedback on structure, clarity, and argumentation. Tutors work with you on thesis development, paragraph organization, grammar and style, citation formatting (MLA, APA, Chicago), and voice—helping you understand not just what to fix, but why and how to improve as a writer.
In your first session, you'll discuss your writing goals and share a draft or writing sample. Your tutor will provide detailed feedback on both big-picture issues (like thesis clarity and organization) and line-level concerns (like word choice and grammar). Over subsequent sessions, you'll revise based on this feedback, develop stronger writing habits, and learn strategies you can apply to future assignments.
Madison students often struggle with organizing ideas into a coherent structure, developing a clear and compelling thesis, and moving beyond surface-level analysis in literary essays. Writer's block, managing citations correctly, and finding your authentic writing voice are also frequent challenges. Personalized tutoring helps you identify which areas need the most work and develop strategies to overcome them.
No—proofreading focuses on catching typos and grammar errors at the final stage, while essay editing is a deeper process that addresses organization, argumentation, clarity, and overall effectiveness. A tutor helps you revise and strengthen your essay throughout the writing process, not just polish it at the end.
Bring a draft or writing sample—even if it's rough or incomplete—along with any assignment guidelines or rubric your teacher provided. If you're working on a specific essay, sharing the prompt helps your tutor give you targeted feedback. You can also discuss any writing challenges you've faced in the past or goals you want to work toward.
Yes. Tutors help you move beyond plot summary to develop strong analytical arguments supported by textual evidence. They'll work with you on close reading skills, thesis development for analytical essays, and structuring arguments that explore themes, character development, or literary devices—all essential for strong literary analysis.
Absolutely. Tutors can guide you through MLA, APA, and Chicago citation formats, helping you properly cite sources in-text and in your bibliography. They'll also teach you why citation matters and help you integrate quotes and paraphrases smoothly into your writing so citations feel natural, not forced.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Madison who specialize in essay editing and writing instruction. You can share your writing goals and schedule, and we'll match you with a tutor who fits your needs. Whether you're working on a single essay or want to develop stronger writing skills over time, personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps you improve faster.
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