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I'm an attorney, Ph.D. student, and aspiring law professor. I am working on my dissertation for my Ph.D. in Law at Yale, having previously earned my J.D. magna cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School. I practiced for three years at a large law firm in Washington, D.C., primarily represe...
Yale University
PHD, Law
University of Georgia
Bachelors, German

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Andrew
I am a great tutor because not only are my fundamental verbal and quantitative skills strong, but I am able to communicate my reasoning and problem solving skills quickly and clearly.
Boston University
PHD, Law, Management
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors, Molecular Biology, Literature

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Ryan
I am a licensed and practicing attorney in the state of Georgia. I tutor History, English, and writing. I can aid students in preparing for SAT and ACT verbal sections as well as any topical AP exams, having taken many of them myself. I can help students of any level of proficiency take their writin...
University of North Georgia
Bachelor in Arts, History

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Catherine
I am a recent graduate of Teachers College, Columbia University. I received my Bachelors in African American studies with a minor in Child Development. Since graduation, I worked as an elementary school substitute teacher in New York, served as a College and Career Readiness Coach, and mentoring you...
Teachers College at Columbia University
Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
North Carolina A & T State University
Bachelor in Arts, African American Studies

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9+ years
Grant
For the past two years, I've been working with students from my university honors college to help improve their writing. My favorite part of the job is the variety of it: each day brings a different topic, a different assignment, sometimes even a different student. I love getting to hear their ideas...
University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
Bachelor in Arts, English

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Wyona
I am a 4th Grade teacher in Columbus, OH. I have been a teacher for 8 years and have also taught 6th Grade Social Studies. I have lived in Ohio for 2 years, having lived in New Mexico my whole life. I am very interested in history and geography so moving to an area with such rich history is a treat ...
New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

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6+ years
Anisha
Hello everyone! I became a VarsityTutor because I feel that teaching is an incredibly enriching experience - I think that seeing the progress of a student over time is so rewarding for me. I have a BS in Neuroscience, a BA in Religious, and an MS in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Pittsbu...
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

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5+ years
Madeleine
I am a student at the Barrett Honors College, a part of Arizona State University. I expect to earn my Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics with a focus on physics in December 2022. While my degree has had a heavy focus on physical sciences, I have also completed a variety of coursework in soci...
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

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Sunny
I graduated magna cum laude from Columbia University. I earned a B.A. in Biology and Economics. I'm currently working as a Research Associate during my gap year before medical school. During my free time, I enjoy staying active, playing golf, swimming, running, and playing tennis. I love exploring n...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelors, Biology / Economics

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10+ years
Evan
I am a graduate from Northwestern University with a major in Film and a minor in English. While I was at school, I had the best experience of my entire academic career doing independent research, writing a paper on the subject, and then teaching fellow students the material. In that one project, I s...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Radio/Television/Film
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Seeking to become a tutor in an online environment, collaborative, detail-oriented and a team player. Adaptive and inquisitive to learn new skills, I have managed to work my way through the challenging and demanding nature of my job which requires analytical skills, technical knowledge and ability to deliver work on short notices.I am a graduate from the University of Connecticut where I received my Bachelor of arts degree in Secondary Spanish Education and my Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction.I currently teach 6th grade however I also tutor Spanish levels 1-5. I love learning and teaching about the Spanish language and culture.I am passionate about helping students because I am fascinated by their growth and development. It is rewarding to see that I have made an impact on someone when I see the light go on when they understand material.My teaching philosophy and tutoring style is all about helping the needs of the student. Basically catering to students strengths and struggles. Being able to give them a voice in their learning but also having an observant eye on their progress. I strongly believe that all students deserve an equal opportunity to learn and grow.
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I currently attend the University at Buffalo where I am working toward my B.A. in philosophy and my B.S. in biology. In high school, I was valedictorian of my class and excelled in every subject. I scored well on both the SAT and ACT, which helped me to earn a full scholarship.I believe that anyone can learn anything and people can come to love subjects they once hated. I love helping people make connections they couldn't make before.In my spare time, I can be found ballroom dancing or doing Tae Kwon Do.
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I have been a teacher in a Title I school for the past 15 years. I taught regents earth science for 10 years, as well as middle school general science for the past 15 years. Additionally, during the summer I taught a two week regents review earth science course. My experience with the earth science regents is extensive as well as my middle school experience.It is a passion of mine to work with students in the earth science curriculum, the middle school science curriculum and help students navigate the online platform. Online learning is much different for students requiring teachers to provide additional resources and more one on one opportunities for students to understand the science content.As an educator, I feel that is important to continue to educate ourselves on a constant basis and not graduate from college and feel we have learned all that is possible. Continuing to attend school and allowing my students that knowledge shows them that life does not end with a 'graduation' but is a continual learning process.You will find my commitment to you, and your educational needs are a priority in my teaching. As a tutor you will find I am dependable, attend sessions on time and if necessary am able to provide additional materials to support student learning.Thank you for considering me and I look forward to working with your child.
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Hello! My name is Annika Cushnyr and I am currently a senior at Central Michigan University where I am a member of the Honors Program and studying French and Political Science. I will graduate in May 2019 and will then head off to law school. I am hoping to build a legal career centered around human and civil rights!Outside of school, I love traveling and have been to over 20 countries, living in 4 of them for extended amounts of time. In addition to French, I am currently studying Spanish and have studied Swedish and Latin in the past.
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I have 18 years of teaching experience. I taught Special Education at both the Middle School level and Elementary level for 15 years, as well as ESL for three years in an online setting. I am certified in Special Education and Elementary Education and I have taught classes in Science, Social Studies, and English. I also have certifications in Wilson Reading and TESOL/TEFL (150 hours) in both of which I have taught classes as well. My teaching style online is very similar to my classroom teaching style in that I encourage my learners to do their best work while providing strategies to achieve success. Students have a natural ability to learn and I am happy to say they do it online as well as my students did in the classroom. Come join me!My area of specialization is teaching scaffolded reading skills and strategies as well as teaching scaffolded writing strategies. Because I have worked with many grade levels of both General Ed and Special Ed students, I am well prepared to work with a variety of student age groups and their learning styles. I am excited to be offering my teaching style online. My philosophy of teaching has always been to support every student in my classroom with patience, caring and scaffolded guidance. All of us deserve to learn in a warm, supportive atmosphere with a teacher who can provide quality instruction at the student's level. When a student feels supported, learning is a natural outcome.
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AP Biology Tutor • +13 Subjects
I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences from Mount Holyoke College and a Master of Education from the University of Texas at Austin. As a high school teacher, I focused on Biology and Environmental Science and as a middle school teacher I focused on Physical and Earth Science. I am most passionate about tutoring science and helping students understand how to ask questions and develop procedures to answer those questions. When working with students one on one I make sure to evaluate their current knowledge and make sure there's a strong foundation on which we can build. I especially enjoy using visual and hands-on tools to help make abstract principles more concrete. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, crocheting, sewing, cooking and learning new things. Learning is a lifelong pursuit and I enjoy finding ways to make learning fun.
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Bar Exam success requires mastering multiple subjects simultaneously while developing test-taking strategies—a challenge many students underestimate. Common struggles include managing the sheer volume of material across seven subjects (Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contracts, Criminal Law, Evidence, Real Property, and Torts), distinguishing between state-specific rules and uniform principles, and applying knowledge under time pressure. Additionally, many students struggle with essay writing under exam conditions and with identifying relevant issues quickly across fact patterns. Personalized tutoring addresses these specific pain points by helping you focus on your weakest areas rather than reviewing material you've already mastered.
Bar prep courses provide comprehensive subject review and practice, but they deliver the same curriculum to thousands of students simultaneously. Personalized tutoring allows a tutor to adapt instruction to your learning style, focus on the specific subjects or essay types where you're struggling most, and adjust pacing based on your progress. For example, if you're strong in Contracts but weak in Evidence, a tutor can spend less time on foundational Contracts concepts and more time on Evidence strategies, rule application, and practice problems. This targeted approach helps you maximize your study time and identify gaps before test day.
Effective Bar Exam tutors combine deep subject matter expertise with test preparation strategy. Look for tutors who have passed the Bar themselves, understand the specific exam format you're taking (uniform bar exam, MBE, essays, or your state's unique requirements), and have experience identifying which rules and applications are tested most frequently. Strong tutors ask diagnostic questions early on to assess your knowledge gaps, teach issue-spotting and rule-application frameworks, and provide extensive feedback on your essay writing and multiple-choice reasoning. They should also be familiar with your state's specific rules if you're taking a state-specific exam component, and they should help you develop a realistic study schedule.
Most students begin tutoring 2-4 months before their Bar Exam date, though this varies based on your baseline knowledge and exam performance history. A typical tutoring schedule is 2-3 sessions per week, with each session focused on a specific subject or skill (essay writing, MBE strategy, specific rule mastery). Students who struggled with the Bar before often benefit from more frequent sessions early on, then taper frequency as they gain confidence. The total number of hours varies widely—some students need 20-30 hours of tutoring, while others benefit from 50+ hours. A tutor can help you develop a personalized timeline based on a diagnostic assessment of your knowledge and your target exam date.
Clear progress markers include improved performance on practice MBE questions (tracking your percentage correct by subject), stronger essay scores with better issue-spotting and rule application, faster issue identification on timed practice tests, and increased confidence explaining complex legal concepts. If you retook the Bar before, you should see significant improvement in your weakest subjects. Many students report completing Bar prep materials more efficiently with tutoring support, finishing with time for additional practice. Your ultimate measure of success is passing the Bar on your target date—tutors help you identify which preparation strategies work best for you and ensure you're spending time efficiently.
Yes—in fact, tutors are especially valuable after a failed attempt. Tutors can analyze your previous exam performance (if available), identify which subject areas or question types caused the most difficulty, and determine whether your struggle was knowledge-based, strategy-based, or anxiety-related. They help you avoid repeating the same study mistakes and focus intensively on the content or skills that didn't click the first time. Many students who failed find that personalized instruction targets their specific gaps more effectively than a second full bar prep course. A tutor can also help rebuild your confidence and develop coping strategies for test-day anxiety if that was a factor.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in Bar Exam preparation. Start by describing your situation—your target exam date, which Bar you're taking, your current study status, and any specific subjects where you need help. This helps match you with a tutor whose experience aligns with your needs. Once matched, your tutor will likely begin with a diagnostic assessment to understand your strengths and gaps, then work with you to create a structured study plan. You can meet with your tutor as frequently as your schedule and budget allow, adjusting frequency as needed throughout your prep period.
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