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Bayley: Utah tutor
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...the past few years in both one-on-one and group tutoring sessions. Subjects I've tutored include general biology, genetics, general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, calculus, and linear algebra. In terms of my formal education, I hold a bachelor of science degree in mathematics and a second bachelor of science degree in cell and molecular biology with a minor in chemistry and graduated summa cum laude (with highest honors). Over the past year I held the role...
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Seattle University - Bachelors, Mathematics and Cell and Molecular Biology
Stephen: Utah tutor
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I can help with math and science subjects for students of all ages, as well as test prep. I was valedictorian of my high school and have a BS in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. ... I believe in helping students develop a deep understanding of the fundamentals behind the problems they're trying to solve.... I want to keep things light and breezy. I want to get to the know the student...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 36
Courtney: Utah tutor
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...evening supervisor in the library I love it! My plan is to eventually go on to get my Ph.D. in Sociology. Helping others learn brings me great joy, and Ive had the privilege of teaching people from a variety of ages and backgrounds. I was a supplemental instructor for the Statistical Analysis course at Augsburg College and also served as a tutor through the Academic Skills Office there. I have tutored high schoolers at the...
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Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 33
Rahul: Utah tutor
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...the National Honors Society and Mu Alpha Theta (The Math Honors Society). I tutored students primarily in Mathematics ranging from different subjects such as Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus I, Calculus II. I have also tutored in Economics and Physics, but I definitely most passionate about Mathematics. In my experience helping students prepare for the SAT, I primarily focus on teaching the Math and Writing sections as I have extensive knowledge on both the content and...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750
Nisarg: Utah tutor
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...class, studying, hanging out with my friends, or at club meetings! In my free time, I love to breakdance, write poetry, debate politics and economics, and participate in practically every nerdy endeavor possible (huge Star Wars fan!!). I love to talk and will talk your ear off if you let me! I love trying new things, exploring the city, and traveling. My teaching philosophy is that teaching is a responsibility and a privilege; I'll put...
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University of Minnesota - Bachelors, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Max: Utah tutor
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...school fall of 2016. I have done extensive coursework in biology, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, trigonometry, calculus, psychology, sociology, and lab sciences. I have also recently taken the new MCAT and believe that I can teach my tools for success to any pre-student willing to learn them. I have been a teaching assistant for both General Chemistry I and II for two semesters each and have taught CPR, AED, First Aid to Salt Lake City Citizens....
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University of Utah - Bachelors, Exercise and Sports Science
Zachary: Utah tutor
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...tests. I have tutoring experience from highschool. I enjoy tutoring because I get to see how my students develop their skills over time. Outside of school, I enjoy playing trombone and singing (I do enjoy using songs to help memorize math formulas), speedcubing (solving Rubik's Cubes really fast), and hanging out with my friends. If you attend ISU, we can meet in person for a tutoring session, otherwise I would prefer to have an online...
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Illinois State University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics - Actuarial Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Valerie: Utah tutor
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I am currently a student at Ithaca College pursuing a degree in physics. I am very passionate about math and science especially, and I have found that teaching students is another passion. I have experience tutoring high school students in areas including algebra, algebra 2 and AP Physics 1. I love working with students to help them achieve their goals, and finding exactly what teaching style works best for which students.
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Ithaca College - Current Undergrad, Physics-engineering 3-2
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 32
Lindsay: Utah tutor
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...in test preparation for the ACT, SAT, and GRE. I have nine years of tutoring experience, tutoring students from elementary age to graduate level, as well as working with students with special needs. I particularly enjoy tutoring mathematics, biology, and helping students prepare for standardized tests. I can also tutor in writing and reading, since I have experience as a professional copy editor. My focus when tutoring is student understanding. I believe academic goals are...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
Matthew: Utah tutor
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I have four years of teaching experience in a variety of roles from principal instructor of college math classes to one-on-one mentoring with high school students. I am passionate about social justice, novel mathematics education, and increasing diversity in STEM majors and careers. Currently, I am working on a thesis in discrete geometry and combinatorics, as well as doing research for UCSF where I...... The philosophy that I bring to every class and tutoring session is...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 168
Ellie: Utah tutor
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...enjoy. One of these activities is teaching. At the beginning of this academic year, I joined an organization on campus that teaches juniors and seniors at a local high school about community engagement through the lens of philanthropy. Through this, I have the unique opportunity to empower students to become leaders in their community; to provide them a platform to change issues about which they are most passionate. This experience inspires my desire to educate...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700
Steve: Utah tutor
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...my undergraduate experience including: an English Literacy tutor for grammar school students, an SAT Math instructor, and a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) tutor for college students. I believe my strongest subject to tutor is Standardized Test Prep (SAT, ACT, and GRE). Performing well on these tests can truly bolster a student???s application for undergraduate or graduate education, and I truly enjoy helping him or her achieve their best. I am also passionate about...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular
Jakobi: Utah tutor
Certified Tutor
...I have experience working with many different ages ranging from middle school to college level students. Most of my experience is with math and sciences as well as test prep for English ACT exams. I can tutor in math (pre calculus, trigonometry, algebra, geometry) sciences (biological sciences, chemistry, physics) and English. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra because it is like a puzzle, and who does not like a good puzzle? My teaching philosophy...
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Princeton University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Matt: Utah tutor
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My name is Matt and I'm an Aerospace Engineer. I graduated in 2015 from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. While I was there I also received a math minor, which helps me understand math at a more basic level. In high school I worked as a tutor and enjoyed helping those students. I loved the subjects I studied in college and my hope is to share my knowledge of math and physics with...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
Ruth: Utah tutor
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...a variety of community-based settings. She spent one year as a Fulbright teacher at Northern (Arctic) Federal University in Arkhangelsk, Russia, teaching English and growing international friendships. Since returning to Pittsburgh in 2012, she has taught and mentored at-risk kids and youth at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, and Best of the Batch Foundation. Her work focuses on culturally responsive multi-cultural education, language teaching, and program development. At the Carnegie Library, she...
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Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 760
Megan: Utah tutor
Certified Tutor
...Studies. I have a wide range of interests and have gone to Math/Science schools for most of my life which gives me a good base in all sorts of subjects from Math to Science to English. In my spare time I also like to read, draw, and I am currently teaching myself Computer Science and Chinese. While I am open to tutoring a number of different subjects, I will be sure to cater myself to...
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St. John's University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 32
Mackenzie: Utah tutor
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Hi, I'm Kenzie! I'm a Mechanical Engineering student at UT Dallas and I've been tutoring online for 4 years now. My favorite subjects to teach are math and science, but reading and writing come in a close second. ... I introduce myself and try to get a feel for what the student is struggling with in particular. I then address those questions or problems by starting at the foundations and trying to help my student get...
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The University of Texas at Dallas - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Alex: Utah tutor
Certified Tutor
...internalizing the keystone concept. I take a holistic approach to learning, since our education should be structured not only to help us pass exams but to additionally give us enjoyment and perspective for life's ups and downs. I began teaching in earnest over a decade ago when I taught ESL in South Korea. During that time and since, I've been fortunate to tutor students of all ages and in a variety of subjects. I received...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Real Estate
University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
Benjamin: Utah tutor
Certified Tutor
I am a recent college graduate with degrees in physics and astrophysics. I work for a technology startup in St Paul, and aim to attend graduate school in technology policy. I began tutoring in high school, and have since continued enjoyed helping my peers to see a puzzle in a new light. From four summers as a leadership camp counselor, I have gained confidence working one-on-one with a student to help them consider new perspectives,...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Physics, Astrophysics
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 167
Chris: Utah tutor
Certified Tutor
...of abstraction that is Algebra I or you are an undergraduate looking for some help tackling your first formal statistics course, I am here to help. First and foremost, I believe that in order to learn, we have to be open and eager to take in new material or master new skills. This can only be achieved by being balanced and settled emotionally. If you're scared of Algebra or stats or economics or the LSAT,...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Masters, Business Administration and Management
LSAT: 170
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The Utah School System
The western U.S. state of Utah is home to more than three million residents. With a combined attendance of over 650,000 pupils, the K-12 students attending the public schools of Utah make up a solid one-fifth of Utah’s total population! All of the public and private schools in Utah are under the supervision of the Utah State Board of Education.
Utah’s top three high schools have a student-to-teacher ratio that falls well below the state average, and class sizes at the remainder of the state’s top ten high schools match or slightly exceed the state’s average class size.
Utah Student-to-Teacher Ratios
Granger High School has a 24 1 student-teacher ratio.
Copper Hills High School has a 27 1 student-teacher ratio.
Provo eSchool has a 64 1 student-teacher ratio.
Herriman High School has a 26 1 student-teacher ratio.
Hunter High School has a 25 1 student-teacher ratio.
Utah State Average has a 23 1 student-teacher ratio.
All ten of Utah’s top ten public high schools offers Advanced Placement courses to its students. The majority of these schools have an AP exam pass rate of 60% or better, and some schools have even achieved pass rates well above 90%.
Utah High School Rankings
| High School | Utah Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park City High School | 1 | 1 | 76% |
| Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy | 2 | 2 | 64% |
| Beehive Science & Technology Academy | 3 | 3 | 90% |
| Northern Utah Academy for Math, Engineering & Science | 4 | 4 | 78% |
| Itineris Early College High School | 5 | 5 | 61% |
| Timpanogos High School | 6 | 6 | 96% |
| Skyline High School | 7 | 7 | 76% |
| Academy for Math, Engineering & Science | 8 | 8 | 40% |
| Timpview High School | 9 | 9 | 90% |
| Davis High School | 10 | 10 | 91% |
If your child is finding it difficult to master certain academic skills, you may be considering any number of independent study aids. However, do-it-yourself resources like review workbooks and online tutorials provide your child with very little guidance. When your son or daughter is lost in his or her class, prepackaged educational supplements are rarely enough. Choosing to engage the assistance of a private tutor in Utah provides your child with the chance to interact one-on-one with an experienced educator. Tutors instruct in a way that best fits your student’s style, whether that means incorporating extracurricular interests into lessons or using techniques that appeal to your child’s preferred learning style. You can connect with excellent Utah tutors by contacting Varsity Tutors
Utah Test Scores
The chart above shows how Utah’s public school students fared on the Student Assessment of Growth and Excellence, more commonly known as SAGE. Students in grades 3-11 were required to take rigorous End-of-Year assessments based on Utah’s Core Standards, which were developed with the input of hundreds of educators statewide and used exclusively in Utah. The computer-based evaluations tested students’ level of knowledge in science, math, and English language arts. The Utah State Board of Education ended SAGE testing at the end of the 2017-2018 academic year, and a new statewide assessment is set to take its place in autumn of 2018.
Whether your child is preparing for statewide assessments or college admissions exams, students of all abilities can benefit from working alongside a tutor in Utah. Tutoring isn’t only for K-12 students, either. College students are great candidates for tutoring, and the state of Utah offers students a great selection of colleges and universities to choose from.
Utah University Rankings
| College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University | 84 | 51% |
| University of Utah | 165 | 76% |
| Westminster College - Utah | 360 | 84% |
| Utah State University | 363 | 90% |
| Southern Utah University | 832 | 72% |
| Utah Valley University | Unavailable | 100% |
| Independence University | Unavailable | 100% |
| Snow College | Unavailable | 100% |
| Weber State University | Unavailable | 100% |
| Dixie State University | Unavailable | 100% |
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