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Galen

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Galen

Bachelor's degree
Galen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
PSAT Critical Reading

I am more passionate about the latter, and within the humanities I am most passionate about philosophy and English. The most important thing I've learned from those two fields (and the thing I'd most want to pass on to students) is how to find the right words for thoughts - this is important, not ju...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelor's degree

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
34
Alina

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Alina

Bachelor's
Alina's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Geometry

I am currently an engineer in the design and construction industry for an international construction company, and a recent graduate from the University of Arizona. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering in May 2016 and left my roots in Tucson, Arizona. In my spare time, I enjoy soa...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Michelle

Certified Tutor

16+ years

Michelle

Bachelor in Arts
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning

I am a great tutor because I am young and enthusiastic. I can relate to the kids I tutor because I recently experienced the classes and standardized tests that they are taking. I use an informal style so that the student can feel comfortable asking questions. I try to connect personally to the stude...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Scott

Certified Tutor

Scott

Bachelor's
Scott's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am here because I thoroughly enjoy working with students and watching them succeed in their academic studies. As a Mathematics major at the University of Arizona (currently a junior), I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring: I have been a teacher's assistant for a Calculus II section at ...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Rebia

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Rebia

Bachelor's
Rebia's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Biology

I'm excited to share my love of science and learning through tutoring! I tutor Biology, Ecology, and standardized test prep. From high school to Stanford, I have learned that lectures are often difficult for students to follow. They can lose confidence in subjects because the information is not pres...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
ACT
33
Kristi

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kristi

Bachelor's
Kristi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays

I am no longer eligible to be a tutor, I have been looking for a way to keep doing what I love!

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1460
Kaitlin

Certified Tutor

Kaitlin

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Kaitlin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra

Hello! My name is Kaitlin, and I am a recent graduate from Yale University. As a STEM major on the premed path, I specialize in STEM subjects, but also excelled in high school english and reading courses. I am an FGLI student from a small town in PA and have made it this far through A LOT of studyin...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1420
ACT
32
Ronald

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ronald

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Ronald's other Tutor Subjects
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
College Biology

I am currently a graduate student working toward a Masters degree in Biochemistry. I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Stony Brook University with Magna Cum Laude distinction in Biochemistry. I enjoy helping other students understand the concepts necessary to succeed in some of the most di...

Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Ishaan

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ishaan

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Ishaan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
CSS
HTML

I am an undergraduate student at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Computer Science. I have experience in tutoring friends with work in their classes and am strong in math. I will try to get the student to understand topics by showing them multiple ways to get to the solution!

Education

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

Ethan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Ethan

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am an undergraduate student at Washington University in St. Louis majoring in Neurobiology (B.S.) and minoring in Jazz Studies and Biomedical Physics. While I tutor many areas within math, science, and standardized test preparation, I am most passionate about biology and algebra because of my inte...

Education

Washington University in St Louis

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
35

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Matthew

Algebra Tutor • +34 Subjects

I recently left my post as a graduate student and researcher at Stanford University to pursue a career in medicine. My educational journey has been a long one, but I've always loved learning and that love has kept me in school (whether for better or worse :P) for more years than I can count. Though I don't plan on being a student forever, the time that I've spent preparing for college, graduate school, and now medical school has reminded me of how enabling a strong academic record can be.I've been tutoring since I was in high school and have worked with students at every level of education. I specialize in teaching from a very fundamental perspective and in building concepts from the ground up but also enjoy helping students to "just get done" with their homework. Though I'm particularly fond of math and science, I can provide assistance in almost any subject (from Latin to world geography to art history), and can also help in preparing students for standardized tests such as the SAT, GRE, and MCAT.Above all though, my approach to tutoring is simply about having fun and inspiring students to do their best. Assignments and tests are really just chances for students to demonstrate how much they already know, and allowing each student to shine at his or her brightest is what tutoring is all about.

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Ian

1st Grade Tutor • +39 Subjects

I am a graduate of University of Phoenix with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. I am also an alum of University of Northern Colorado. As I was finishing my degree, I was working full-time in the financial industries. Upon completion of my degree I decided to pursue my passion of teaching and have not looked back. I received my teaching license through an alternative license program through Metro State. As a teacher of four years, I have had the opportunity to work with students from Kindergarten up to 6th grade (where I currently teach Math). A number of years back I also lived and taught in Mexico for two years.I am currently only tutoring math (for elementary and middle school aged students). I'm focused on math because of the importance it has in our daily lives. Aside from the ability to read, I don't think there is a skill that is in greater demand. That being said, I recognize that there are many aspects of Math that can be confusing. I like to employ chants and hand movements to help remember the vocabulary and methods necessary to be successful in Math.Outside of the classroom, I love spending time with my family (wife, 4 kids, and a dog!). When I'm taking some time to myself, I can either be found reading a good book (I love most genres but hold a special place for Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Dystopian books. or watching some sports on TV (Go Broncos!). I do enjoy to travel when funds and time allow. But mostly my time is spent ensuring that I'm helping my students be as successful as they can. I love tutoring because it helps me reach out and impact more student lives than I normally am able to.

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Nick

German Tutor • +5 Subjects

Egal wie schlecht es dir geht, es gibt immer jemanden dem es schlechter geht.Having arrived in the United States 4 months ago, I would love to tutor German to students in need. I was born in Germany and lived there for 11 years of my life. The rest of my life I have lived in the UK, where my English language skills come from.

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Jocelyn

ACT Math Tutor • +27 Subjects

My motivations for becoming a tutor stem from the relationships I built with educators during my time as a student. It is because of the support I received from my teachers, professors, and tutors that I have such a strong passion for academia. I aspire to provide those whom I tutor with a similar sense of enthusiasm for learning.I am a graduate of Clark University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and I have also taken coursework in various disciplines of mathematics and business. During college, I gained experience tutoring in two primary ways. First, I was the teaching assistant for one of Clark's Linear Algebra courses. As the teaching assistant, I held office hours for the students enrolled in the course, during which they could come to me with any questions related to the lectures, homework, or exams. I also have experience teaching middle school students through the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program in the Worcester Public School system. While participating in the AVID program, I tutored a variety of subjects including Biology, History, English, Algebra, and Geometry. While I have experience in a broad range of subjects, I am particularly passionate about the fields of Mathematics and Economics.

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Ankit

ACT Prep Tutor • +19 Subjects

Ankit graduated from Georgetown University School of Foreign Service with a degree in International Political Economy and is currently in his first year at Washington University School of Law. In high school, he was a state champion in debate and got 5's on 8 of his AP exams. Ankit has worked for two US Congressmen and an international economics think tank in India. After law school he will be attending Utrecht University in the Netherlands for his LL.M. and hopes to practice international law.Ankit is an avid fan of Tottenham Hotspur, the NY Giants and Georgetown Hoyas. He also loves standup comedy and has performed at the DC Improv. In addition to his academic tutoring, he was a tennis instructor at Raritan Valley Country Club.

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Ellie

Algebra Tutor • +16 Subjects

I am a software engineer at a small technology company and volunteer teaching AP Computer Science at a local high school. I am passionate about tutoring in computer science and math to help people understand the beauty in the two fields. When tutoring, I find that it is important to engage the student by helping them understand the base of the problem and how to break it down into manageable sections. After this, it is important to figure out how to solve each part of the problem. By the end of my sessions, I hope that my students understand the basics of how we approached and conquered the problem, enabling them to do the same in the future without assistance. In my free time, I spend time visiting museums, going out to eat, and painting watercolor.

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Lindsay

Adult ESL/ELL Tutor • +13 Subjects

I have been a Teacher for thirteen years in three countries and believe in a student-centered approach. Students should be involved in planning and furthering their own learning to help them stay motivated and to feel empowered to keep learning. I also focus on study skills and work habits to help students learn independently and will even help them to find the language to advocate for themselves and their own learning in school.I graduated from college with high honors and have near-perfect exam scores on the PRAXIS exam despite having dyslexia. Dyslexia is an umbrella term for many types of symbol-ordering differences within the brain and I am happy to help others navigate taking control of their reading and test taking skills.

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John

Math Tutor • +29 Subjects

I am looking to invest time and energy helping students to master subjects. I want to utilize my degree in education to benefit others.

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Michael

ACT Math Tutor • +31 Subjects

I enjoy working with people in an intellectually stimulating setting. I have gained the most satisfaction from tutoring not by pushing people beyond their perceived limits. I can simultaneously make people see the justification behind my passion for the sciences and encourage them to open their minds to it. My students actively sought out my help, and I wanted to live up to my role as an authority in my field.I like to set an agenda for each student in our sessions in order to create a structure in which they could relax and organize their thoughts. I spent the first two to three minutes listening to them talk about their day and their interests and hobbies to connect with them as a person and find out what learning style might fit them best. For example, I notice that visual learners would pay attention to my hand movements and verbal learners sometimes write down everything that I say. I then review laws and concepts that are fundamental to understanding chemistry and frequently relate them to popular topics such as sports, weather, and family.I plan let the students dictate the pace for the last half hour of each session. I ask a few questions to confirm that they understand what we are going over, but for the most part, my hope is for them to propose and answer their own questions. I know that every student has the scientific skills to recognize a pattern, relate the concept to something they know, and use logic, and a successful session entails that the student feels the same way.

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Scott

Algebra Tutor • +17 Subjects

I love to learn new things and am avid reader of the sciences. I believe that with the right teacher and the right work ethic a student can learn anything they want to learn.

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Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students across Tucson's 427 schools and all 67 school districts with personalized tutoring. Whether your student attends a school in the Tucson Unified School District, Sunnyside, Sahuarita, or any other local district, we can match them with a tutor who understands Arizona's academic standards and local curriculum expectations.

Tucson's average student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1 means individual students often don't get the focused attention they need in the classroom. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction fills that gap by providing dedicated support tailored to your student's specific learning style, pace, and goals—something that's difficult to achieve in a traditional classroom setting.

Tucson students commonly seek tutoring in math, English, science, and test preparation (SAT, ACT, and AP exams). We also work with students on Arizona-specific requirements like passing the AIMS exam and meeting state standards. Whatever subject your student is struggling with or wants to excel in, Varsity Tutors can connect you with an expert tutor.

Tutors who work with Tucson students are familiar with Arizona's K-12 standards and graduation requirements, including proficiency expectations in English language arts, math, science, and social studies. They can help students close specific skill gaps, prepare for state assessments, and build confidence in areas where they're falling behind—ensuring they're on track to meet Arizona's benchmarks.

The first session is focused on getting to know your student—their learning style, current challenges, and goals. The tutor will assess where they stand academically, identify specific areas that need support, and create a personalized plan moving forward. This foundation helps ensure that every future session is targeted and effective.

Tutoring rates vary based on the subject, tutor expertise, and your student's grade level. We offer flexible options to fit different budgets, and many families find that the focused, personalized instruction delivers strong results that justify the investment. Contact us for a consultation to discuss pricing and find a tutoring plan that works for your family.

Many students show noticeable improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, though the timeline depends on their starting point and how frequently they work with their tutor. Building strong academic skills is a process, and the most sustainable results come from regular, focused practice. Your tutor will track progress and adjust strategies to keep your student moving forward.

Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who have strong subject expertise and experience teaching or tutoring their area. Many hold degrees in their subject, have classroom teaching experience, or bring specialized knowledge—like test prep certification or advanced subject mastery. When we match your student with a tutor, we ensure they're well-qualified to help your student succeed.

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