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Kerry

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kerry

PHD, Law
Kerry's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

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...

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Yale University

PHD, Law

University of Georgia

Bachelors, German

Andrew

Certified Tutor

Andrew

PHD, Law, Management
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Elementary Math

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.

Education

Boston University

PHD, Law, Management

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors, Molecular Biology, Literature

Ryan

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Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, History
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade Writing
8th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

University of North Georgia

Bachelor in Arts, History

Daniel

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Daniel

Bachelors, Biology, General
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
Ecology
Environmental Science

I attended the University of Alabama where I received a BS degree in Biology. During school I also worked intermittently as a Park Ranger for the US National Park Service at Mammoth Cave National Park. After graduating in December of 2014, I moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana where I worked briefly in ...

Education

The University of Alabama

Bachelors, Biology, General

Joelle

Certified Tutor

Joelle

Bachelors, English
Joelle's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
College English

I grew up in a small town in Tennessee where it sometimes felt like I would never get beyond the boundaries of my home state and see more of the world. When it finally came time for me to go to college, I was intent on making the most of my experience--in terms of my education as well as my other ac...

Education

Murray State University

Bachelors, English

Mary Jane

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Mary Jane

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Mary's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Middle School English

I am able to help students of all ages in Language Arts (Reading/Writing) and Social Studies/History. I am a retired Middle School teacher with 35 years of public school experience. I have a BA in Sociology with certification in Elementary Education (1-8), Reading Endorsement (PreK-12), and a Master...

Education

Ashland University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

The College of Wooster

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Joshua

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Joshua

Masters, Education
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
Advertising
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP United States History

As a former teacher and a father of three children, I understand what is needed to get children and students to engage. It's the thrill of seeing a child "buy in" to learning that drives me and makes me stand apart from others. My goal is to help others find a way to achieve their goals. I have a ri...

Education

Dowling College

Masters, Education

SUNY Farmingdale

Bachelors, Industrial Technology

Michael

Certified Tutor

Michael

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Biology
AP Physics 2
AP US History

I am currently enrolled as an undergraduate at Columbia University here in New York working towards a degree in biology.For my entire life, my goal has been to learn, and to take what I learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world. I am never satisfied with the easy answer (except for in a ...

Education

University of Southern California

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Emma

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Emma

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
AP U.S. Government & Politics
College English
College Essays
Conversational French

Hello! My name is Emma, and I am an educator in Madison, WI. I have experience teaching elementary and middle school, and I have years of experience working at a college admissions office. As an educator, I can help you become a stronger reader by digging deep into high-interest texts. As a former a...

Education

Bryn Mawr College

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government

Daniel

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Daniel

Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Business
CFA
CFA - Chartered Financial Analyst - Level 1
CFA - Chartered Financial Analyst - Level 2

Learn from a finance industry professional with nearly 2 decades of experience. Formally trained in Economics with an MBA in Finance. I am also a CFA Charterholder.My talent in explaining difficult concepts easy to understand!

Education

FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas

Masters in Business Administration, Finance

Boston University

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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Zeinab

Adult ESL/ELL Tutor • +13 Subjects

My name is Zeinab, but I often go by Rose. I'm currently a travelling wildlife biologist and I am extremely passionate about my work, but have always had a side passion for teaching. As a lover of both academics and field work I take every opportunity I can to teach when not working my main profession, and I found that substitute teaching and tutoring fills the void while allowing me to continue my research during the busy seasons.I like to think I have a well-rounded education, especially in mathematics, language, and biology, and a reasonable teaching background. Not only have I been a tutor my whole adult life but I have worked with both children and adults in an academic setting for many years.Along with general teaching experience, I do possess about 4 years worth of experience as a substitute teacher in many districts in Michigan, and about 2 years as a professional tutor. I was quite well liked by both the staff and students, and truly enjoyed my time there.With my transcripts and resume I hope you find me a suitable candidate to teach with you!

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Leah

Algebra Tutor • +34 Subjects

Math is an exciting and rewarding discipline. After getting my bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Alabama in 2009, I taught and tutored arithmetic, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, calculus, and trigonometry through various venues including Manor College (2012-2013), Blueprint Schools Network (2015-2016), and Kumon Math and Reading Center (2017-present) as well as a few private middle schools. Mathematical proficiency is composed of two parts--procedural skill and logical reasoning.They are both important, since being quick and accurate with arithmetic can help one significantly with understanding the logical component of higher math. The best learning often comes with attempting a tough problem and discovering several approaches to solving it. Students that work through a problem until they "get stuck" are already learning a lot more than if they had never attempted it. I believe that tutors are the most helpful when the student has already struggled with a concept, because the tutor can hone in on the specifics. Math is a skill that gets better with practice, like sports or music. I keep my arithmetic skills sharp through tutoring at Kumon, and my higher math skills through self-study with my college textbooks and tutoring higher math students. I plan on getting a Master's in math in the near future. When I am not teaching, I am engaged in the domestic arts while singing or watching my nieces and nephew grow up.

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Jordan

College English Tutor • +14 Subjects

I am a highly motivated and passionate teacher/tutor with absolute devotion to aiding students in their inspiring story. I was born and raised in Utah and have developed a deep background in the principles of creative writing, college-level writing, reading, and literature. I earned a BA in English with a Creative Writing Emphasis at Weber State University and have had some of my fictional work offered to be published in undergrad literary journals. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree at Western Governor's University in Secondary English Education and have just finished all my coursework. This, along with over three years of experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, is the foundation of my commitment to helping out all my students. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, literature, creative writing and academic writing; and most importantly, inspiring students to develop a love for learning and always giving their best effort.

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Shelia

3rd Grade Tutor • +50 Subjects

I have been in the education field for over 15 years. I love assisting others of all ages in exploring and expanding their learning capacity, which in turn, enriches the quality of their lives. My biggest joy as a teacher is seeing someone come to a full understanding of a concept they could not grasp before. Helping the learner reach those "a-ha" moments is what a teacher does!

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Athrisa

Biology Tutor • +6 Subjects

I hold a PharmD from UNC and a BS Biochemistry from Georgia Tech. I want to help students learn and love STEM and achieve their full potential.

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Karina

7th Grade Reading Tutor • +35 Subjects

I am a former high school teacher in the state of Illinois. Having taught both French and Spanish for the past thirty-two years, I have had the pleasure of sharing my passion for languages with all age groups from junior high to university students. During this time, I have tutored students in French from all ages. I have also had experience tutoring a broad range of subjects outside of foreign language study. I have a bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois in French with a certificate in teaching. This was accompanied by a minor in Spanish language. I have a Master's degree in Media Communications from Governor's State University and continuing education studies in Education, Psychology, Sociology, and Social Studies. My experience with youth is not limited to the classroom. I am heavily involved with the Lions Club at the local, district, and state levels. My involvement includes many service projects but my main focus is with youth: the Leo Club (a younger version of the Lions) and Lions Quest ( an instructional program for social interaction). I enjoy teaching the youth of today, each experience is unique, and I find I learn from them as well.

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Kelly

ACCUPLACER Prep Tutor • +100 Subjects

I love learning, teaching and interacting with people about the subject matter that I am very passionate about. I do not believe that any subject is superior to another, and that together they form the basis of a well-rounded, informed individual. With regard to my particular areas of expertise, History, Social and Political Sciences, I feel that these areas all interact, and react, to each other and form an essential part of our human story; the story of us if you will.

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Administrative Law Tutor • +20 Subjects

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Michelle

Clinical Psychology Tutor • +31 Subjects

Hello, From time to time most of us need a little help. I will do my best to help guide you through the subject that you are struggling with. I use a non lecture format and our sessions should feel more like conversation. By discussing the subject matter, you are more likely to retain the information.

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Business Tutor • +25 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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