Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

...however, I am particularly passionate about helping students master this test. I know from personal experience that the LSAT can be frustrating, but I will help students to break down each section and minimize the test's intimidation factor. With patience, repetition, and an understanding of how the test writers think, the LSAT can become predictable and even enjoyable. I want to help students get to that point so they can go into test day with...

...a US-UK Fulbright Award and a Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship. My areas of competency include English, Art History, Rhetoric, Spanish, and French. I am also proficient in SAT, GRE, and GRE Subject Test in English. My first Master of Arts is in English from the University of Sussex (UK) and my second is in Rhetoric from UC Berkeley. I am happy to work with students at all stages and look forward to starting...

...hear them. I think in tutoring, when both the student and the tutor contribute, there's a great exchange. I'm originally from the East Coast, the Philadelphia area. I lived in the Middle East for four years for my work. In my free time, I like to stay active. I love exercising. Running, hiking, and going to the gym are all great. I am a big believer that physical activity helps clear the mind and restore...

...papers on topics from Turkish prison reform to Faulkner to hemoglobin studies. This past summer, I traveled to 14 countries as part of the singing group Whim 'n Rhythm. On that trip, I taught a cappella, singing and choral workshops with students of all ages. It was incredible and hugely affirming -- music is truly a global language! My goal is to help my students become more comfortable writers, readers and critical thinkers while also...

As a college student studying to be an elementary school teacher, I have learned how to engage students in their learning by making them active participants. I believe that students learn by doing and a teacher is there to encourage and guide the students through each step of the way!... I believe that learning can be a complex process, and students need to be an active participant. The role of a teacher is to encourage and...

...my high school and won third place overall in Academic Decathlon state competition my senior year. My academic performance allowed me to attend both Rice University and the University of Texas at Austin, the latter at which I earned a 3.7 GPA, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and a Bachelor of Arts in English. As for pertinent work experience prior to Varsity Tutoring, I have tutored middle school aged children in English for...

...me, you will never have a boring lesson--I try to make learning as fun and engaging as possible! I am more than qualified to teach the subjects I have listed in my profile, having received 5's on all my APs, and a score of 2280 on the SATs. I'm also fluent in Mandarin and English, and can speak conversational Cantonese. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy fencing, singing, running, and hanging out with or talking...

...in early childhood and elementary education, as well as special education. I absolutely love everything English, given that I have a Bachelor of Arts in English! I am definitely a book worm, and love to dabble in poetry! In my free time, I love to read, watch scary movies, and spend time with my family and friends. If you have any questions, I'm happy to answer them! Due to COVID-19 I am open to both tutoring...

...a published poet, short story writer, and novelist presently working as a passage/question writer for a standardized testing company. Additionally, I work as a linguist for a translation company. I have been a professional tutor for nearly 10 years, during which time I have tutored a wide range of subjects, including English Literature and Composition, Creative Writing, ESL, and the SAT/ACT (99th percentile-scorer). Moreover, I am fluent in German and therefore provide tutoring services to...

...getting them ready for publishing. I have a passion for helping students learn of their love for writing and reading as ways to learn about the world around them and helping them express themselves. I have traveled internationally and worked at ESL Sports & English Camps; taught ESL courses online to young Chinese students; worked as a special education paraprofessional with small groups of students and one on one, helping them with English assignments and...

...an experienced tutor with a Bachelor's in Biology and 3 years teaching experience, and I love helping students succeed in subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Math, and English as a Second Language. Being fluent in both English and Spanish, I'm able to support Spanish-speaking students and make learning accessible and enjoyable. I've worked with students of all ages and levels, and I'm excited to bring my passion for teaching to your child. I'm all about...

...am very enthusiastic and looking forward to sharing my knowledge with you! I began tutoring in 4th grade as a peer mathematics tutor. Fast forward to college, I have three years of tutoring experience with two of the three years as a teaching assistant. I employ a lot of pictures and relate examples to real-world experience to better connect the classroom to experiences! I graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology with...

...able to develop an understanding of the tools they need to develop comprehension skills and become proficient writers. I work patiently and with an understanding that each student is unique in his or her learning style. Through the use of student practice and teacher observation, I am able to develop a plan that fits each student best. I currenlty teach Secondary English to junior and senior high school students. I have taught in middle school...

I am a new graduate of Drexel University's accelerated BSN program. I received my first degree in English Literature with a minor in history from Temple University and was a member of their honors program. During high school I took all honors and AP level courses. I am happy to help with reading comprehension, essay writing, or standardized test prep. I look forward to working with you!

I am a very passionate teacher who has worked in public and private school settings at both the high school and college level. I have an undergraduate mathematics degree, and taught AP Calculus at a North Carolina high school. I also have a PhD in philosophy, and have taught at major research universities in Missouri and Ohio. I am personally invested in my students' success, and take pride in being clear, conscientious, and accessible.... I find...

I am currently a rising sophomore at the University of Chicago majoring in economics. I have prior experience tutoring as I joined the SAT Tutoring club my freshman year. I tutor both the SAT and ACT in all sections. I really enjoying helping other students learn and do their best. In my spare time, I enjoy watching sports, especially football and soccer.

I believe that learning is a truly individual experience, and that tutoring gives students the opportunity to learn and incorporate information in fresh, personal ways. I have considerable experience working with students of all ages, from K-12 to second-careers. I bring a broad humanities education, having done a liberal-arts Bachelors at the prestigious College of William & Mary, "the alma mater of the nation," and recently graduated with my Masters from Princeton Theological Seminary.

...school teacher, having taught second grade up to eighth grade. Additionally, I have tutored professionally throughout my career working with fourth graders up to master's-level students. My favorite topics to tutor are English and Math, and I bring a fun, model-based approach to my work with students. Because I understand every student has their own academic strengths and challenges, I make it a point to approach each tutoring session with patience and understanding while helping...

...all its marvels (but still be grounded and realistic). Teachers should be role models for emotional and physical wellness, but should also model feedback-seeking, growth mindset, and the willingness to fail or stumble and be accountable for mistakes and imperfections. 5. Learning is relationship-based. Students learn best from adults they love and trust. Teachers should care enough to get to know their students' interests, families, histories, and personalities. Students should also be able to trust...

...setting even higher ones. My own academic experience has taught me that often the difference between a fulfilling, exciting experience and a difficult, draining one, is how invested the teacher is; in my best classes, the professors have walked with me every step of the way, and I have achieved much more because of that. By walking with my own pupils, I leverage my knowledge and understanding to help them learn not only the things...