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Elena
MS University of Edinburgh • BA Mcgill University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle and high-schools, and am particularly adept at communicating and explaining concepts in a quirky, engaging, and intelligent manner. I was named Scotland International Young Thinker of the Year 2014 for exactly that sort of work. Much of my tutoring background is in test-prep and essay coaching, which I enjoy because it allows the tutor and student to think strategically together, and work as a team to achieve concrete results. I have worked with students ranging in age from 6-32, and believe that, in an educational context, a few jokes never hurt anybody. I love reading and learning, and my educational approach is centered around making the material just as engaging to students as it is to me. I think J.K. Rowlings, the writer of Harry Potter, is just as brilliant as Stephen Hawking, and in my free time, I manage my (terrible) fantasy baseball team, write songs for my comedy band, and crack jokes about terrible science-fiction movies with my friends.

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Dillon
MS Vanderbilt University • MS Ohio State University-Main Campus
6+ Years Tutoring

I am a high school math teacher with a passion for demonstrating the practical use of math outside of the classroom. I pride myself in teaching critical thinking and decision making skills that cultivate a real world experience in my classroom to best prepare students for life after academia. I have an undergraduate and master's degree in engineering, and changed career paths into teaching because of my love for inspiring and mentoring kids. I am pursuing a graduate degree in education administration with the goal of becoming a principal so I can build stronger urban schools with better resources and implement instructional strategies geared towards disadvantaged youth.

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Jera
BA Kent State University • Juris Doctor Washington University in St. Louis
1+ Years Tutoring

I am determined to maximize my own potential and I am driven to heighten my level of cultural competency through global travel. As you can glean from my academic background I am deeply committed to the acquisition and refinement of knowledge. I enjoy helping others gain access to meaningful educational opportunities and excel in them, which is why I have developed a career in higher education administration. I currently work with international students and scholars in a law school, but my experience with academic services dates back to my time as an undergraduate writing tutor at Kent State. This is were I cultivated the ability to modify my teaching style in accordance with individual learning differences. In other words, I do not enter a tutoring or advising session with a one-size-fits-all mentality. I put my full energy toward helping students develop a personal writing style that is shaped by best practices and can be applied to a number of works, including personal statements, cover letters and analysis papers.

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Michael
BA University of Calgary
9+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the University of Calgary, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Since graduation, I have worked as a software developer and have practical experience with variety of technologies. I tutor a variety of subjects related to Computer Science, including computer languages used in web development like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Ruby. My favorite part of teaching Computer Science concepts is helping students break down a complicated subject into manageable parts and build up a powerful understanding -- much like the practice of software engineering itself. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, music, art, and hiking.

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Trace
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus • JD Cornell University
5+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the Ohio State University, where I completed a BA summa cum laude in linguistics and Romance studies with specializations in French, Spanish, and Italian. I then completed a JD at Cornell University, where I used my language skills to focus on international and comparative law, as well as developing particular skills in criminal law and general trial advocacy. In addition, I spent a year in France at the Universit Paris 1 Panthon-Sorbonne, where I obtained an LLM (master of laws) in French, European, and international law. Outside of academia, I have worked as a document translator and an in-court interpreter in both French and Spanish and have worked directly with French- and Spanish-speaking clients in legal and financial settings. As an undergraduate student, I was French-language liaison to the Modern Languages and Cultures Undergraduate Council, in which position I oversaw tutoring sessions, organized conversation and culture hours, and represented the interests of Francophone students and French learners at Council meetings. In addition, I co-directed an outreach program to local elementary schools, teaching both French and Spanish to children in grades K-4. On the legal side, I have worked in immigration, contract, family, and criminal law, and have been a teaching assistant for legal courses and served as a graduate-student mentor for pre-law students.

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Michelle
MS Providence College • BA University of Notre Dame
9+ Years Tutoring

I am a former elementary and middle-school teacher and am now looking to use my teaching knowledge and experience to tutor. I received my bachelor's degree in Science-Business from the University of Notre Dame and my master's degree in Secondary Education from Providence College. I taught 5-8th grade math for two years and 5th grade math, English/Language Arts, Reading, and Religion for 1 year. I am no longer teaching because I am back in school myself, but would love to use my experience as an educator to tutor you or your child!

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Karen
BA Kenyon College
10+ Years Tutoring

I am honored to be able to help children and young adults succeed in academia and know the gratification of good grades, a good score, or simply a lesson well learned. I encourage my students to see the opportunities learning presents, and I help them use their unique skills and gifts to approach learning in their own way, at their own pace, with whatever assistance they need.

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Ishaan
BA University of Notre Dame
10+ Years Tutoring

I am most interested in tutoring Math (geometry, algebra 1/2/prealgebra, trigonometry), Physics 1 and 2, General Chemistry (Honors, AP, or college level), and the MCAT Foundations of Physical Science and Critical Analysis and Reasoning sections.

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Eric
BA Ohio University-Main Campus
1+ Years Tutoring

I'm a recent college graduate with degrees in Biological Sciences and Russian from Ohio University. During my time there, I tutored students in a variety of subjects, including biology, chemistry, and Spanish. In addition, I worked as both a peer advisor and teaching assistant, which gives me insight into the learning strategies and study skills that students need to succeed. As a tutor, I like to focus on doing actual problems with students because it is the most effective way to immediately identify their strengths and weaknesses and to address them. In my free time, I like to lift weights, read books, and spend time with my friends.

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Sylvester
MS Case Western Reserve University • BA Case Western Reserve University
6+ Years Tutoring

I am a recent graduate with a master's in electrical engineering from Case Western Reserve University. I won the Bill and Melinda Gates Millennium Scholarship which covers full tuition up to Ph.D. I was on the Dean's List for three consecutive years. Additionally, I won the OZY Media Genius Award in 2015 to work on high-temperature superconductors. I currently work as a Technology Analyst at Accenture. I am also seriously considering whether I should go for a Ph.D. or not.

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Nikolas
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a recent graduate of The Ohio State University, where I received a Bachelor's of Science in Exercise Science Education. At Ohio State, I also was a Defensive Back on the football team, and have tutored many of my teammates. We accomplished much as a team, and became 2014-2015 College Football National Champions. Furthermore, I was named an OSU Scholar Athlete four times, and selected to the Academic All-Big Ten team two times. I will be beginning medical school in August of 2016. Before that begins, I am working as a personal trainer/performance coach, in addition to tutoring.

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Seung
BA The Ohio State University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am tutoring with a new student. Otherwise, I would probably ask them if they had any problems or concerns before beginning the tutoring.

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Olivia
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus
6+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a junior at Ohio State University majoring in Biology with a pre-health specialization and minoring in business. At Ohio State I am involved in the biological sciences scholars program and the Club Doctors without Borders. I believe that education is an important component for future success and I would love the opportunity to tutor math, science, and test prep!

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Nora
BA Carleton College
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a Chinese language and culture graduate with engineering experience. I enjoy working with children and teaching which leads me to take up tutoring. I am currently working part time as engineering lab technician. I have had experience tutoring children of all ages and of all backgrounds. I look forward to widening my experience by working with new students.

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Nathan
BA University of Akron Main Campus
9+ Years Tutoring

I am a recent college graduate looking for opportunities to tutor and get involved with education before I attend medical school this fall. I have a bachelor's of science from the University of Akron and my academic areas of focus where I am best prepared to teach are animal and cell physiology, immunology, biochemistry, and preparing for the MCAT. I took the MCAT this past January and am hoping to share some of the techniques that worked for me while the test is still fresh in my mind. For the ACT I would feel comfortable teaching the reading and science sections since those are my strong points.

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Andrew
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus
8+ Years Tutoring

I am always willing to help and I will try my best to help students who desire further understanding of the subject at hand.

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Jonathan
MS University of Cincinnati-Main Campus • BA The Ohio State University
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a recent graduate from The Ohio State University with a passion for sharing knowledge with those around me. During my time at Ohio State University I studied the science of Human Nutrition which included courses of Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Calculus, Microbiology, Molecular Genetics, Nutrition, and several others. I plan to attend graduate school for a nurse practitioner program beginning in January 2017. I have tutored a variety of a subjects and with all age groups. Most recently I worked with high school aged students in the subjects of science, math, and ACT/SAT test prep. My goal as a tutor is to make learning a fun and applicable experience for everyone! My favorite subjects to tutor are science subjects and ACT prep. Outside of tutoring I enjoy spending my time in nature, reading, and hanging out with friends. I look forward to meeting you!

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Angela
BS Northeastern University
5+ Years Tutoring

I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Northeastern University and a Master's degree in Social Work from Boston University. I have tutored on Varsity Tutors since 2021 in subjects including math, science, writing, ESL, and Mandarin. My experience has primarily been with elementary and middle school students as well as older adults. I have a passion for teaching and am motivated to help all learners achieve their educational potential.

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Emeric
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus
10+ Years Tutoring

I am very skilled at tutoring the mathematics and verbal section of the SAT, as well as the Physical and Chemical, CARS and Bio and Biochem sections of the MCAT. I also love teaching chemistry, biochemistry and biology at the highschool, AP or college level.

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John
BA The Ohio State University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a senior at Ohio State. I am an actuarial science major and a business minor. For those who don't know, actuaries work for insurance companies and are the people who quantify risk. I chose to major in actuarial science because math has always been my favorite subject. I like the challenging and problem solving aspects of the major. I have taken a number of math classes in my college career and look forward to showing other students how to be successful in those classes!

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Kathryn
BA Vanderbilt University
5+ Years Tutoring
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Cassidy
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus
7+ Years Tutoring

I am currently studying to be an Industrial Systems Engineer with a Spanish minor at The Ohio State University. I'm an aunt to four and love working with them. I'm looking forward to working with you, too!

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Luke
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus
1+ Years Tutoring

I am always careful to be empathetic, attentive, and flexible. I have found that communication is always improved by these habits, and I don't leave home without them. I believe I can teach any subject (even those with which I am not already familiar, given adequate time to prepare). I don't have a favorite subject to tutor; if I am able to help someone understand something that was previously incomprehensible, I'm happy. I have a degree in psychology from The Ohio State University, where I spent two years writing computerized tasks for the Clinical Neuroscience Laboratory. In my free time, I read (history, philosophy, science, economics, and whatever else winds up being relevant to whatever first grabs my attention \[in other words, everything\]), watch documentaries, play pool, practice guitar, and write songs.

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Sean
BA Ohio State University-Main Campus
9+ Years Tutoring
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Haley
BA University of Wisconsin - Madison

I'm passionate about helping students find their passions and feel more confident in their abilities in business and technology fields, as well as confidence in reading, writing, and test-taking!

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Josephine
MS University of Nairobi • BA Egerton University
1+ Years Tutoring

As a dedicated mathematics educator with a Doctorate in Applied Mathematics from the University of Lorraine, I bring over 5 years of experience teaching and tutoring a wide range of mathematical subjects, including Algebra, Calculus, and Statistics. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to explore complex concepts through relatable examples. I am passionate about helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals, employing personalized strategies tailored to individual learning styles. Currently teaching, I remain committed to continuous improvement in my methods and actively seek to inspire a love for mathematics in every student I encounter.

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Felipe
MS University of Chicago
2+ Years Tutoring

I have a deep passion for teaching and learning, and few things bring me more personal fulfillment than witnessing students grow, overcome challenges, and reach their goalsknowing I played a meaningful role in that journey is incredibly rewarding. My experience working with students began in high school, and over the past 15+ years, I've had the opportunity to tutor learners of all ages and backgrounds. This journey has taught me that consistent, open communication is key to understanding students' needs and adapting my teaching style to best support their success. I hold a bachelor's degree in Geophysics from the University of So Paulo, a master's in Physical Sciences from the University of Chicago, and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from The Ohio State University. Throughout my academic journey, I've worked as a private tutor, contracted instructor, and teaching assistant (TA). These roles have given me extensive experience teaching a wide range of students across diverse learning environments and settings. I tutor in languages (Spanish, English, and Portuguese), mathematics, and sciences (physics and chemistry) at all levels. I find joy in teaching each subject for different reasons. Language tutoring allows for a uniquely personal connectionthrough conversation and cultural exchange, I learn as much from my students as they do from me. In contrast, teaching math and science is thrilling for the opportunity to spark curiosity and excitement in students, helping them unlock new ways of understanding the world. Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with friends, playing video games, reading, and immersing myself in the artsespecially through visits to museums and galleries.

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Pedro
BA Vanderbilt University

I'm passionate on making language learning fun, exciting, and personable to each student. As I have taught Spanish for a year, language learning means something different for each student. With this, I am here to not only assist with questions students have about vocabulary, grammar, and cultural content, but also having conversations, dialogues, and lessons that gives students time to have fun and continue the cycle of learning. I am very excited to be apart of y'alls' language journey!

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Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students from across Columbus's 156 schools and 89 school districts with personalized tutoring. Whether your student attends a Columbus City Schools building, a charter school, or a suburban district school, we match them with tutors who understand local curriculum standards and can support their specific academic needs.

Ohio's academic standards in math, English language arts, science, and social studies form the foundation for what Columbus students learn in their classrooms. Personalized tutoring reinforces these standards through targeted instruction tailored to each student's pace and learning style, helping them build mastery in areas where they need extra support and preparing them for state assessments.

Columbus students frequently seek tutoring in math (especially algebra and geometry), English language arts, science, and standardized test preparation including the SAT and ACT. Many students also benefit from support in specific courses like chemistry, biology, and AP classes as they progress through high school.

In the first session, your student's tutor will assess their current understanding, identify specific areas where they need support, and learn about their learning style and goals. This foundation helps the tutor create a personalized instruction plan that addresses your student's unique needs and builds on what they're already learning in their Columbus classroom.

Columbus schools maintain an average student-teacher ratio of 19.7:1, which means classroom teachers are managing many students with different needs simultaneously. Personalized 1-on-1 tutoring provides focused attention on your individual student's learning gaps, learning pace, and specific questions—allowing for the kind of targeted instruction that research shows significantly accelerates academic progress.

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Pricing varies based on the subject, tutor expertise, and frequency of sessions you choose. We recommend starting with a consultation to discuss your student's needs and goals—this helps us match them with the right tutor and create a tutoring plan that fits your family's budget and schedule.

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