Audrey: ACT Reading course instructor
...students with college-level essays. I have also captained an award-winning collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills and strategies that I have picked up along my way. If you are seeking a patient, energetic, and articulate tutor for your student, please reach out....
Education & Certification
- Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- +36 subjects
Will: ACT Reading course instructor
...from Northwestern University Law School this May. I studied at St. Ignatius College Prep and graduated summa cum laude from Villanova University (including a two-term stint at Cambridge University). Between Villanova and Northwestern I worked at an academic non-profit organization and evaluated hundreds of fellowship candidates' writing and academic work. I will work with each student to craft a personalized plan of study and improvement based on the student's strengths and challenges.
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities & Political Science
- Northwestern University - Juris Doctor, Law
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- AP US History
- Literature
- +22 subjects
David: ACT Reading course instructor
...and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly, and I think...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Aspire
- ACT English
- ACT Math
- +37 subjects
Max: ACT Reading course instructor
...singing, I'm is passionate about education, particularly in helping high school students achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +104 subjects
Travis: ACT Reading course instructor
...providing them with the resources and strategies to arrive at the correct answer themselves. Not only does this empower students, but it also gives them a framework to understand and tackle more complex problems outside of tutoring. Additionally, I see no value in simply telling a student that they are wrong, or that they are incorrect. By working with each student through the thought processes and steps that led them to an incorrect answer, they...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- ACT Math
- +34 subjects
Max: ACT Reading course instructor
...Writing/English. I find that the two have similar way in promoting creativity. Not surprisingly, I will be tutoring Physics, Chemistry and Writing. Additionally, I will be tutoring for ACT prep. I took the test officially three times and was successful each time and believe that I can share effective tips on how to increase scores in each subject. In my free time, I like to play sports like football and basketball. I also like to...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Physics with Concentration in Chemical Principles
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Science
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- +18 subjects
Katie: ACT Reading course instructor
...college students, working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college students, focusing on topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves are...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
- University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT Science
- ACT Writing
- +40 subjects
Kelsey: ACT Reading course instructor
...Distinction in All Subjects, she earned a Master of Science degree in Nutrition and Food Science at Montclair State University before going on to study her Master's of Business & Science in Analytics at Rutgers University. As a lifelong student, she loves tutoring to help others feel passionate about their own educational paths. Kelsey still attributes her academic successes to the study tactics she developed during her formative elementary and high school years, and she...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- +79 subjects
Taariq: ACT Reading course instructor
...chemistry and physics. Math was always my favorite subject in high school and I continued my love of math at Duke. I have also been a middle school and high school tutor throughout my time at Duke through the Program in Education. One of my crowning achievements at Duke was winning the DT Stallings Award, which is awarded to a Duke senior who has shown sustained and dedicated service to tutoring local school children. When...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelors, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- +28 subjects
Sarah: ACT Reading course instructor
...reading tutor and middle school students as a math tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because of my own life long love of learning, and because I believe that all children are capable of accomplishing amazing things if they have a committed support system. I tutor reading, writing, math, economics, french and test prep. Over a broad range of subjects, I particularly enjoy tutoring reading and writing. In my spare time, I enjoy practicing yoga...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Undeclared
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Math
- ACT Writing
- +39 subjects
Luke: ACT Reading course instructor
...made towards clear self-expression in speaking and writing (which was reflected in high TOEFL scores). I've got a knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance in ACT Reading, Writing, and Science. Whatever the subject, I thrive on leading students to moments of clarity and a sense of accomplishment. When I'm...
Education & Certification
- Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- ACT Math
- +31 subjects
Valerie: ACT Reading course instructor
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.
Education & Certification
- Ithaca College - Current Undergrad, Physics-engineering 3-2
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Science
- ACT
- +35 subjects
Karishma: ACT Reading course instructor
...school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able to tutor again and to work with students. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a previously struggling student excel and to have helped them improve along the way.
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- +58 subjects
Lee: ACT Reading course instructor
...transitioning into a new career. My Engineering curriculum at Northwestern was heavily centered around Math, Chemistry, Biology and Physics, so I can work with a student on more than one class at a time. I also have a lot of experience with test prep and love working with students who need help with standardized tests. I'm a laid back individual, but I like to push my students. I know that every student is able to...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
- Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- +41 subjects
Katherine: ACT Reading course instructor
...an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on measurable goals are all important components of a successful learning experience. I hope to bring these same strategies to the students at Varsity Tutors!
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
- Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Math
- ACT Science
- +27 subjects
Luke: ACT Reading course instructor
...degree in philosophy with the teaching skills that I learned from guiding climbing. I worked with students in a variety of subjects from math, to history, to writing. In every subject, I was able to help lead my students into developing their own critical thinking skills. I also encountered some of the same fear that I saw from people 100 feet up a rock face. I used my guiding experience to help one student overcome...
Education & Certification
- Colorado College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- ACT Math
- +39 subjects
Sean: ACT Reading course instructor
...degree. I have tutored ACT prep and SAT prep previously on many occasions, and I am willing to work with and help you reach your full potential on these tests. I really enjoy teaching test preparation, as there are so many aspects to taking these exams ranging from test taking strategies, the material itself, as well as preparation right before the tests themselves. I believe that every student requires a different teaching strategy, and I...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Science
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- +28 subjects
Adam: ACT Reading course instructor
...I recently completed three years of my MD curriculum and am now returning to tutoring during my MBA studies. I struggled throughout high school until finally preparing for the SAT and ACT, so I'm adept with picking up just what you're struggling with - I was there once, too. Now having performed in the upper 10% of all standardized exams I have taken and graduated with high honors with all my degrees, I'm glad to...
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
- Arizona State University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT Science
- ACT Math
- ACT English
- +49 subjects
Alison: ACT Reading course instructor
...pursue their higher education goals. I have always been a high-achieving student, and I was my high school's valedictorian, a National Merit Commended Scholar, and a Presidential Scholar Qualifier. I have over 3 years of mathematics tutoring experience with students in grades K-12, and I love to help students build confidence in analytical and applied mathematics at all levels, from simple addition to complex calculus. In my free time, I enjoy planning events for my...
Education & Certification
- University of Dallas - Current Undergrad, Double-Major in Mathematics and Business with a French Language and Literature Concentration
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Science
- ACT Math
- +64 subjects
Vivek: ACT Reading course instructor
...sophomore at Austin College. I am a biology major and neuroscience minor. Science has been my passion from a young age. I like tutoring because I sincerely enjoy helping others and being able to impart my knowledge and experience. Along with being strong in my curricular classes, I have experience helping and tutoring younger students in various subjects and test prep. As a patient and encouraging teacher, I am adept at helping others reach their...
Education & Certification
- Austin College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +66 subjects