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Melinda

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Melinda

PhD
Melinda's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Reading
ACCUPLACER WritePlacer
ACCUPLACER Sentence Skills
SAT Verbal

With a Ph.D. in Communications, I have dedicated my career to enhancing students' skills in visual, spoken, and written communication at the University of Maryland and various colleges in Pennsylvania. For over 3 years, I have specialized in online tutoring, focusing on preparing students for the ve...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

PhD

Ruth

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ruth

PhD
Ruth's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Writing
History
High School Level American History

My teaching philosophy is focused on a single objective - that students learn. I have a Ph.D. in Criminology from the University of Pennsylvania and a J.D. from Temple Law School. My GRE score was a 326, and my LSAT score was a 173. I've tutored over 60 students through Varsity Tutors. I'm co...

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University of Pennsylvania

PhD

Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary

PhD

Anne

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Anne

MED
Anne's other Tutor Subjects
Human Development
Public Speaking
AP English Literature and Composition
AP English Language and Composition

I hold a Master's degree from the University of Pennsylvania in developmental psychology (with a focus on cognition) and a B.A. from Swarthmore College in theatre and English. I enjoy working with students who are looking to improve their executive function skills as a part of their overall goals fo...

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University of Pennsylvania

MED

Swarthmore College

MED

Kynzie

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Kynzie

AB
Kynzie's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
SAT Subject Tests
Public Speaking
AP English Language and Composition

Hi! I'm a recent Yale grad tutoring in English language, literature, and public speaking for middle school and high school. I'm also available to tutor in Spanish and Russian languages. I also completed the IB program in high school so I am happy to advise on the EE, CAS, IA, and exam process for t...

Education

Yale University

AB

Kevin

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Kevin

BS
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

I am interested in working for Varsity Tutors because I enjoy helping others learn new concepts and progress in whatever they are struggling with. I have significant experience tutoring with a variety of age levels and would be delighted to have an opportunity to work with students through this opp...

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Stanford University

BS

William

Certified Tutor

2+ years

William

PhD
William's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

From my experience teaching math to a range of students, from middle school through college, I know that it does not come easily to everyone. However, I firmly believe that everyone has the capability for mathematical reasoning. Everyone has their own strengths and challenges, and my job as a tutor ...

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MIT

PhD

University of Chicago

PhD

Elias

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Elias

Bachelor
Elias's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I am attending the University of Pennsylvania where I am majoring in Bioengineering on the premed track, with my goal after graduation to become an orthopedic surgeon. My passion for tutoring stems from a genuine love for helping people discover their strengths and succeed in their learning journey,...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor

Pauline

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Pauline

MS
Pauline's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Algebra
IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches

I am a PhD student at UT Southwestern Medical Center. I have received my Master's in Biotechnology at Johns Hopkins University and my Bachelor's in Biochemistry at Southern Methodist University. I've tutored middle school, high school, and college students in math (Algebra I & II, Geometry, Calc...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

MS

Southern Methodist University

MS

Nico

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Nico

AB
Nico's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math

I'm a student at Yale University majoring in both Economics and Global Affairs. Over the past 4 years, I am lucky to have worked with students of all ages and helped them reach their full potential. I offer tutoring services in all subjects, and I'm particularly interested in English, Economics, Go...

Education

Yale University

AB

Abigail

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Abigail

BS
Abigail's other Tutor Subjects
PSAT Writing Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER WritePlacer
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic

I am a knowledgeable tutor with over 5 years of experience in SAT tutoring. While studying psychology at Yale, I focused on developmental psychology, early childhood education, and writing. I have a background in nannying as well, so connecting with kids comes naturally to me. I have a master's degr...

Education

Yale University

BS

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I have a bachelor's degree in Business Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania (GPA 4.0) and previously graduated from The Lawrenceville School cum laude. I am currently pursuing a Master's Degree at the London School of Economics. I began tutoring in 2019 and have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds. I'm open to tutoring a very broad range of subjects, with the most experience in math, econ, and test prep. Please reach out if you're interested in working with me or if you have any questions!

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I am a Yale University Berkeley College graduate of the Yale Class of 2012 with an Intensive B.S. in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. Eager for tutoring opportunities, I welcome any of you who wishes to undergo SAT/PSAT or ACT Test Preparation that will get you the scores you need for admission to the college of your choice. As for my experience, I have tutoring experience in both one-to-one settings, going as far back as high school, and group/classroom settings, especially from my 4 years of tutoring with Yale MATHCOUNTS. As a likely future graduate student myself, it is my general goal in life to continue the tradition of passing forth knowledge. Not surprisingly, I have always considered tutoring and education among the most noble of professions where both parties, student and teacher, benefit and learn. What makes me an excellent tutor? Over the course of my life I have had the good fortune of cultivating a variety and number of skill sets, some of which are academic and social in nature. While I certainly consider academic prowess important for the success of any instructor, I would say the most important skill set I have developed is that of adaptability. If a tutor can adapt him/herself to the mode and manner of thinking of another, the tutor, as well as the tutor's audience, will have especially effective and enriching transactions.

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Hi! I'm a student currently studying Government at Harvard, and I'm really looking forward to getting to work with you. I have experience tutoring high school students in a number of subjects, including math (Algebra 2 and Precalculus), English, History, and Spanish. I also have helped students write and revise college essays and supplementals. Additionally, I have experience with public speaking as captain of the Harvard Mock Trial team, which has awarded multiple times at the national championship. I'm happy to help with whatever you're looking for, and I feel strongly about catering my tutoring to each individual student's needs. I look forward to getting to work with you!

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