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Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have about 3 years of experience tutoring college-level math. I work well with all ages, so I can tutor K-12 math topics like Arithmetic, Fractions, Functions, Algebra, Geometry; advanced high-school/college topics like Pre-Calculus, Calculus I-III, Linear Algebra; and some more advanced topics li...
Appalachian State University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Maryann
Maryann has a lifelong love of teaching. She has a Master's Degree in Special Education. She taught in public schools. For the past several years, she enjoyed teaching online English as a Second Language classes to some wonderful Chinese students. As a mother, she homeschooled 5 children with a 14 y...
Appalachian State University
AM
CUNY Queens College
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Lauren
I believe that chemistry isn't just a subjectit's a way of understanding the world around us. My approach to tutoring is to meet students exactly where they are in their learning journey, building confidence step-by-step. I focus on making complex concepts accessible by connecting them to real-world...
Appalachian State University
Master's/Graduate
North Carolina A&T State University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Kitt
My tutoring philosophy is one that focuses on the goals of the individual and uses their personal talents to strengthen their knowledge base. As a Biologist, I have developed a wide range of academic skills from mathematics, philosophy, psychology, and presentation to help give a holistic, well-roun...
Appalachian State University
Master of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Jonathon
I have a passion for helping students (children and adults) accomplish their goals with learning Spanish. I have several years of experience teaching all ages (as young as 1st grade through the corporate level). I enjoy learning the challenges that individuals face and helping them overcome those ...
Wake Forest University
Master's/Graduate
Appalachian State University
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a graduate of Appalachian State University with double degree in Mathematics and Philosophy, and a minor in Computer Science. I am currently working toward completing my degree in Computer Science at Oregon State University. Since graduating I have been a classroom teacher of Mathematics and Co...
Appalachian State University
BS

Certified Tutor
Megan
I am excited for the opportunity to help you in your science course. I have been tutoring or teaching science since 2005. I have my graduate degree in biomedical sciences, and 5 years experience teaching high school science. My specialty (what I love) is biology with an emphasis on DNA, molecular bi...
East Tennessee State University
Masters, Biomedical Sciences
Appalachian State University
Bachelors, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
Dana
After completing my PhD in Special Education and spending a year and a half conducting research, it became very obvious to me that I am a teacher at heart. In my 20+ years in education I have worked as both a general and special education teacher in public school classrooms, district-level behaviora...
Appalachian State University
Master of Arts, Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Wake Forest University
Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Doctor of Philosophy, Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jaycob
Based in Philadelphia but born and raised in southeastern Florida, a love of history has persisted within me since I was a child, and it has been my dream to have the opportunity to share my passion with others, and to get them engaged in the ongoing preservation of our collective past. I graduated ...
University of Florida
Master of Fine Arts, Historic Preservation and Conservation
Appalachian State University
Bachelor of Science, Public History

Certified Tutor
2+ years
The purpose of education is to help our citizenry better itself thru knowledge, better skills, and an enhanced lifestyle. I believe the first step for tutors and teachers is to find a discipline they enjoy, are passionate about, and desire to share it with others. Tutors and teachers must know th...
Appalachian State University
BS
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Tutors who attended or graduated from Appalachian State University bring firsthand familiarity with rigorous coursework, local academic standards, and the specific challenges students face in your area. They understand the curriculum depth at App State and similar institutions, which helps them pitch instruction at the right level and anticipate common stumbling blocks. This direct experience means they can share proven study strategies and offer insights into what professors expect, making instruction more relevant and effective.
Tutors with App State backgrounds excel across a wide range of subjects, particularly in core academics like mathematics, sciences, English, and business—areas where App State maintains strong programs. Many have advanced expertise in engineering, education, health sciences, and liberal arts disciplines. Because they've completed these coursework sequences themselves, they can break down complex topics clearly and guide students through the same material they once mastered, providing confident, informed instruction.
Yes. Tutors who graduated from Appalachian State University are excellent guides for high school students preparing for college. They've navigated the transition themselves and can help you build the academic habits, time management skills, and conceptual depth that college instructors expect. They can also speak authentically about what life at App State is like, answer questions about balancing coursework and campus life, and prepare you for the intellectual rigor of university-level instruction.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows a tutor to focus entirely on your learning style, pace, and goals in ways a classroom setting cannot. An App State alumni tutor can adjust explanations on the fly, spend extra time on weak areas, and accelerate through concepts you've already mastered. Research consistently shows that individualized attention significantly improves learning outcomes—tutors can diagnose exactly where confusion starts and address it immediately, rather than moving at a group pace that may leave gaps in your understanding.
Varsity Tutors matches you with tutors based on your subject, academic level, and learning needs—including the option to prioritize tutors with App State experience. Once matched, you'll work directly with your tutor to schedule sessions, set goals, and build a customized learning plan. The process is straightforward and designed to get you productive instruction as quickly as possible, so you can start making progress on the skills and subjects you need most.
Absolutely. When a tutor has walked the same academic path you're on—completing the same coursework, passing the same exams, and mastering the same concepts—it builds confidence. Seeing someone who succeeded reassures you that the material is learnable, and their specific guidance helps you develop the skills and understanding to succeed too. Over time, as concepts click and your grades improve, that confidence compounds, making it easier to tackle harder material and take on new academic challenges.
Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can work around your schedule, whatever that looks like—whether you need sessions early morning, evenings, weekends, or during semester breaks. This flexibility means you can get support exactly when you need it most, whether that's during midterms, before major projects, or to help you master foundational concepts early in the semester so later coursework feels more manageable.
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