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4+ years
I am a scientist turned non-traditional pre-med. I earned my Master's Degree in Biology from the University of Notre Dame in 2022, where I studied phenotypes of malaria genetic cross progeny. While working full-time in a public health laboratory, I conquered my MCAT exam and have gained 5 medical sc...
University of Notre Dame
Master's Degree in Biology
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mustafa
I am an undergraduate student at Vanderbilt University. I am working to earn a Bachelor of Science in mathematics with a minor in Art History. Ever since High School, I have had a passion for tutoring. I taught at a voluntary after school ACT program and tutored independently students across my coun...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Joshua
I am a graduate of Stanford University with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology. My concentration was on the Ethics of Communicating Bioengineering and focused extensively on bioengineering, bioethics, and the way to unite those subjects through skilled communication. In my time in college, I tutor...
Stanford University
Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Abigail
I am currently a graduate student in Miami University's Fiction MFA program, where I teach college-level rhetoric/composition and am preparing to teach creative writing. My goal is to become a college-level creative writing professor.
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General

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Rosalyn
I am sophomore at Amherst College, working towards obtaining an undergraduate degree in Mathematics, with a potential double major in either Psychology or Black Studies. I have always enjoyed teaching others and helping my peers with their homework, especially in math. I really love working with stu...
Amherst College
Current Undergrad, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Nina
I am currently a student at Oberlin College and Conservatory. I am working towards a degree in environmental studies and dance, as well as a minor in east Asian studies. I started tutoring in high school working with elementary students learning how to read. Though I have experience teaching older s...
Oberlin College
Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Studies

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Darcey
I am completing a master's in wildlife science at Auburn University.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science, Wildlife, Fish, and Wildlands Science and Management

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Jennessa
I'm a student at BC. I've always loved to help others understand. When I was little I would have "class" and turn my younger siblings into my students. In elementary school, I began to receive great personal satisfaction from helping my classmates and friends with any homework they were confused abo...
Boston College
Current Undergrad Student, International Relations

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Emma
I am a third year aerospace engineering student at Georgia Tech.
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Dejuan
I attended The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and worked part-time tutoring my fellow students in Precalculus. I graduated from the U of I and received my Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Telecommunications and Electromagnetic Theory. After graduation, I star...
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
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Banke
American Literature Tutor • +19 Subjects
I received my Bachelor's degree from Princeton University in 2013 and I am currently working on getting my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Adelphi University. I have worked as a school counselor for the past 9 years. I am a life-long learner and am interested in helping others deal with their academic difficulties and become excited about their own learning. I am passionate about English, Literature, History, and Latin and helping others improve in these areas.
Archana
Algebra Tutor • +13 Subjects
Math is my Passion!
Sarina
ACT Writing Tutor • +22 Subjects
I recently graduated Magna Cum Laude from Georgetown University with a B.S. in Global Health and a minor in Economics. Tutoring and mentoring students has been important to me, from tutoring refugees in English to helping aspiring Georgetown students with college essays. Though I tutor a broad range of subjects, I'm especially passionate about helping with English, college application essays, and SAT Writing. I remember firsthand how challenging the college application process can be, so I find it fulfilling to help students discern their own narratives and share techniques to help them succeed. As a 10-time tournament champion in Impromptu speaking, I also love coaching students in public speech and helping them build their confidence!
Zain
ACT Prep Tutor • +23 Subjects
I love teaching! I am extremely excited to meet new students and share my knowledge to make them succeed better academically!
Stephen
Algebra Tutor • +53 Subjects
I am a strong tutor because I believe in connecting with students so that they are comfortable engaging, talking to me, and asking questions. I am someone who can empathize, yet be tough when I have to be. I love helping people and working with them to get their full potential drawn out.I spent time teaching English in Panama. Because of this experience, I understand both the positions of being a teacher and a student, and I use this to my advantage as a tutor. I care deeply about my students because I myself have had teachers that have cared so deeply about me and have helped me reach my full potential.
Tracy
Medicine Tutor • +4 Subjects
I am a graduate of both Duke University and University of Delaware. I received my Bachelor of Science at Duke in Computer Science and Biology. After graduating from Duke, I had several jobs involving teaching, including training adults on Microsoft Excel and Word and as a Science, Math and English tutor to elementary and junior high students. I also worked in Philadelphia as a standardized patient for a medical school. These jobs made me realize how much I wanted to be a teacher full time.I went back for my Registered Nursing Degree at University of Delaware, with the specific aim of teaching nursing once I had some experience. While at school I was a TA for Pathophysiology, Histology and I did some tutoring for Biology I. As a nurse I have worked in the Emergency Department, ICU, Surgical Unit, Medical Unit and in home health care. I had some experience in the medical field prior to nursing school as a student athletic trainer at Duke and a volunteer EMT for a Pennsylvania 911 ambulance company.For the past 7 years I have been teaching LPN Medical Surgical Nursing and NCLEX preparation. I have also taught Pharmacology, Leadership and Management and clinical classes. I am especially passionate about Medical Surgical Nursing.My time in nursing education has taught me that everyone needs a little help sometimes. No matter how passionate you are, it's easy to find material confusing or difficult to remember. I can help with study skills and test taking strategies that will help you not only with your current class, but future classes as well.In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, bicycling and reading.
Grace
AP Chemistry Tutor • +20 Subjects
In a word, I offer you experience. With over 25 years of work in engaging and encouraging students, I am a seasoned practitioner who knows how to communicate and obtain the best results. My experiences include:My own educational background is based on the love of learning; a quality that I try to build in others. I hold two graduate degrees; A Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Minnesota and a recent Master of Public Administration from Columbia University.I worked in a diverse school setting in urban central Minneapolis, before following my own dream of working on climate change solutions. My experience teaching includes teaching AP Chemistry and AP Environmental Science with 2 students in each course obtaining a score of 5 on the test. In my work, I benefitted from several opportunities including writing a middle school physical science textbook; working with faculty to incorporate new educational technology; teaching abroad as a Peace Corps Volunteer and through fellowships; and obtaining certification to teach introductory engineering and design.I designed curriculum and instruction tailored to meet the needs of a wide range of students from age 9 to adults. Particularly, I focus on SMART goals.o Strategic: Working to find common ground and being well planned to meet the immediate goals as well as building toward a future.o Measureable: Knowing that we have met the goals includes a process of evaluation, review and reporting.o Authentic: Connecting the concepts to the real work of practitioners in the field helps students to see the purpose of their learning.o Relevant: Working one on one to use examples and a context for learning requires getting to know the student and building on their experience.o Timely: Due to our busy schedules and the demands of coursework, goals are ranked according to their immediacy.My early career in teaching started by working for a large volunteer tutorial service at the University of Wisconsin. My experience in teaching study skills through that program helped me to work with students for whom the course content was not the only challenge.My own research interests in education center on work in Cognition. Essentially, how do we know what we know? More importantly, how do we come to an understanding of the material that allows us to make use of it? The combination of my teaching background and my learning helps me to identify obstacles, like misconceptions that make learning difficult.
Sarina
ACT Math Tutor • +40 Subjects
I am currently a freshman at New York University in New York City, working towards a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics with a double minor in Dance and the Business of Media, Entertainment and Technology. While I am available to tutor a wide range of subjects, my passion lies in Mathematics, Italian, and Physics. I have tutored students ranging from middle school to college age in various mathematics subjects, and love helping others learn languages, specifically Italian and Spanish. I am passionate about helping students reach their highest potential. Seeing the transformation in a student's attitude when they finally begin to understand a subject is the most rewarding feeling, and I hope to help as many people as I can to feel confident in whatever problem or question is thrown at them. I have a deep love for dancing stemmed in me since I was a kid, and in my spare time, I frequent the theatre, and enjoy the gift of another day on this beautiful Earth.
Travis
Arithmetic Tutor • +28 Subjects
Currently, I teach math full-time for the Denver Public School system. Prior to moving to Denver I acquired several years of experience as a mentor, substitute teacher, teaching assistant and researcher at the collegiate level. While in North Carolina I attended graduate school at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. I conducted my quantitative thesis research at UNCW--which focuses on how educational inequalities perpetuate variations in the ways that individual’s access, use and benefit from Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) & the Internet. Moreover, I completed my undergraduate studies at Binghamton University and, next fall, I plan on beginning a Doctoral program for Information Communication Studies or Sociology.For fun, I have many hobbies--most of which involve being active outdoors and spending time with my friends and family. This past summer I spent a lot of time paddle-boarding at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina—until I moved to Colorado. In August, I finished my move to Colorado and I have spent most of my leisure-time enjoying the outdoors: golfing, running and hiking.
Kelli
ACT Science Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a medical student who has gone through my fair share of academic challenges on my journey to achieving my dream of becoming a doctor (still in the process!). I want to be able to share my expertise and experience with others! Everyone learns at their own pace, in their own way-- don't let anything discourage you. I want to help you get one step closer to your goals, whether it be to get an A on your next test, or get accepted into medical school!
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Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students from across Birmingham's 118 schools and all 5 school districts with expert tutors. Whether your student attends a school in Birmingham City Schools, Jefferson County Schools, or another district in the area, we can match them with a tutor who understands local curriculum standards and can provide personalized support aligned with what they're learning in the classroom.
Tutors work with students on the specific Alabama College and Career Readiness Standards taught in Birmingham schools, whether that's mastering core math and reading skills, preparing for state assessments, or building confidence in challenging subjects. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, students get targeted help on exactly what they're struggling with rather than generic test prep, which research shows leads to stronger understanding and better performance on state benchmarks.
With an average student-teacher ratio of 18.9:1 in Birmingham schools, classroom teachers often have limited time for one-on-one attention with each student. Personalized tutoring fills that gap by giving students dedicated time with an expert tutor who can focus entirely on their learning needs, answer questions without time pressure, and adjust the pace to match how they learn best—something that's difficult in a larger classroom setting.
Students in Birmingham seek tutoring across a wide range of subjects including math (algebra, geometry, pre-calculus), English/language arts, science, and standardized test preparation for the ACT and SAT. We also connect students with tutors for AP and honors courses, Alabama-specific state assessments, and subject-specific challenges like reading comprehension or writing skills that are foundational across all disciplines.
The first session is a chance for the tutor to understand your student's current level, learning style, and specific goals—whether that's improving a grade, building confidence in a subject, or preparing for an upcoming test. The tutor will ask questions about what's been challenging, review recent schoolwork, and create a personalized plan for how tutoring can best support your student's success in their Birmingham school.
Many students start seeing increased confidence and understanding within the first few sessions, though the timeline depends on the subject, how frequently your student meets with their tutor, and how long they've been struggling. For students working toward a specific goal like improving a grade or preparing for a test, we recommend consistent tutoring over several weeks or months to build momentum and lasting skills rather than one-off sessions.
We consider your student's subject, grade level, learning style, and specific goals when connecting them with an expert tutor. Tutors working with Varsity Tutors have deep knowledge of their subject areas and experience teaching students in Birmingham schools, so they understand the local curriculum and can provide instruction that complements what's happening in the classroom.
Yes, tutoring is flexible and can be arranged around your family's schedule. Whether your student needs help after school, on weekends, or during the summer, Varsity Tutors works with families to find a tutoring arrangement that fits their life. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain consistent support without adding stress to an already busy schedule.
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