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Beth

Certified Tutor

Beth

Bachelors, History
Beth's other Tutor Subjects
7th-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science
Calculus

I'm Elizabeth Krochka, but you can call me Beth. I'm a 23 year old Allegheny College graduate with a passion for learning and teaching. One day, I'd like to teach and I hope that working with Varsity Tutors and my clients will help me prepare to be a better teacher. I've always loved school, mainly ...

Education

Allegheny College

Bachelors, History

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Amy

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Amy

Bachelor in Arts, English
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
ACT Writing

I am a current student at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in English and minoring in journalism and art history. I am very passionate about literature, writing and history, and I love sharing my knowledge and learning new things. In the past few years, I have worked with young children learn...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Mahbuba

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Mahbuba

Bachelor of Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences
Mahbuba's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Biology
Anatomy & Physiology

I am so excited to work with my students and help them achieve their goals!

Education

CUNY York College

Bachelor of Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences

Julie

Certified Tutor

Julie

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology (minor in Music, specialty in piano performance)
Julie's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
College Essays

I am a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology with a concentration in cognitive neuroscience and also minored in music with a specialty in piano performance. After graduating, I completed two years of dedicated immunology ...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology (minor in Music, specialty in piano performance)

Vinay

Certified Tutor

Vinay

Master in Public Health Administration, MPA in Developmental Practice
Vinay's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I am a 2nd year medical student at Northeast Ohio Medical University and have tutored K-12 and college students over the past 10 years in various subjects ranging from math and science to SAT prep and language arts. My educational background includes an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia Univ...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master in Public Health Administration, MPA in Developmental Practice

University of California Los Angeles

B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570
ACT
35
Arielle

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Arielle

Current Grad Student, Early Childhood Education
Arielle's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science

I am a Yale grad, Johns Hopkins master's candidate, and certified early childhood educator. At Yale, I studied History and Child Development. I went on to teach with Teach For America, and I am currently in my 3rd year of teaching. Tutoring has been an interest of mine for many years. I started tuto...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Arts in History and Child Development

Johns Hopkins University

Current Grad Student, Early Childhood Education

Test Scores
SAT
1380
Emma

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Emma

Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am currently a sophomore at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, majoring in Human Development with a minor in Education. I tutor a variety of subjects, I am the most passionate about English. I have previously tutored high school English, focusing on thesis development, grammatical skills, and...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies

Matthew

Certified Tutor

Matthew

Master of Arts, English
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade Writing
Calculus
Algebra
Public Speaking

I'm currently a second-year PhD candidate (CWRU, English), and also freelance edit and write. At Case, I've had extensive experience as a teacher across the English curriculum, and have tutored in the Writing Resource Center over the past four years. I've worked with undergraduate, graduate, and pro...

Education

Case Western Reserve University

Master of Arts, English

Troy University

Bachelor of Science, English

Lisa

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lisa

Masters, Elementary Education with Reading Endorsement
Lisa's other Tutor Subjects
7th-8th Grade Writing
7th-8th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am able to give my students in a tutoring setting. We accomplish goals much quicker when lessons can be personalized and interruptions are non existent.

Education

Baldwin-Wallace College

Masters, Elementary Education with Reading Endorsement

Wittenberg University

Bachelors, Sociology

Christine

Certified Tutor

Christine

Master of Science, Natural Sciences (Biology)
Christine's other Tutor Subjects
1st-3rd Grade Writing
1st-3rd Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra

I am a science nerd! I spent six years studying Biology, both as an undergrad and graduate student. I enjoy teaching!! It was the best part of being a graduate student. I was part of a peer tutoring/teaching program at my University, Northeastern State University. I helped a few students achieve a h...

Education

Northeastern State University

Master of Science, Natural Sciences (Biology)

Northeastern State University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session is all about understanding your writing goals and challenges. A tutor will review samples of your work, discuss what you're working on (essays, creative writing, standardized test prep), and identify specific areas to focus on—whether that's thesis development, organization, grammar, or building your unique voice. This helps create a personalized plan tailored to your needs.

Many students struggle with turning ideas into a clear structure. A tutor can help you develop a strong thesis statement, create logical outlines, and ensure each paragraph supports your main argument. They'll work with you on transitions, topic sentences, and conclusions—giving you real-time feedback as you write rather than just marking up finished drafts.

Personalized writing tutoring focuses on the entire writing process, not just proofreading. Tutors help you brainstorm, outline, draft, and revise—catching issues early and teaching you strategies you can apply to future assignments. This approach builds your writing skills over time rather than just fixing individual papers.

Both matter, but they're different skills. A tutor helps you master grammar fundamentals while also developing your unique voice and style. Early sessions might focus more on clarity and correctness, while later work explores how to write with confidence and personality—the balance depends on your current level and goals.

Yes. Citation formatting can feel tedious, but tutors make it manageable by teaching you the logic behind different styles and showing you how to apply them consistently. Whether you're working on a research paper or college application essay, a tutor can ensure your citations are correct and help you integrate sources smoothly into your writing.

Writer's block is common, and tutors have strategies to help you overcome it. They can guide you through brainstorming techniques, help you break large assignments into smaller steps, and work with you to generate ideas before you sit down to write. Often, talking through your thoughts with someone helps unlock ideas you didn't know you had.

Strong literary analysis requires both understanding a text deeply and expressing your insights clearly. Tutors help you develop critical reading skills—identifying themes, analyzing character development, and understanding literary devices—then guide you in crafting arguments that support your interpretations with specific evidence from the text.

Varsity Tutors connects Cleveland students with experienced tutors who understand local school expectations and curriculum standards. Whether you're in one of Cleveland's 55 school districts or preparing for standardized writing assessments, tutors tailor their instruction to match what your teachers expect and help you meet those standards confidently.

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