Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

...year, and I worked as a student aide in a year six classroom in Lancaster, England. I also worked at Gettysburg College’s Admissions Office as a tour guide, which gave me the chance to work closely with admissions officers who gave me insight into the college application process and tips for writing a good college essay. I am able to help with any English subject as well as test prep for reading and writing. As...

I am a rising sophomore at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. I have not settled on my concentration yet, but I am interested in marketing, finance, and law. I tutor several subjects but I am most passionate about math, history, and writing. As a current student myself, I understand the value of students feeling comfortable in their work and having a positive learning experience. I want to help my students achieve their...

It is my objective to bring out the best in my students while helping them achieve their academic goals. We will work together in a comfortable learning environment that helps students get questions answered, improve study habits, and understand concepts. I have an Associates Degree from RCGC in Liberal Arts, and am graduating from Rowan University in June with a Bachelors in History and a Bachelors in Education. I am highly motivated to help students...

...have my Bachelor of Arts in Biology, with minors in Healthcare Administration and Neuroscience. I have been tutoring in academics - specifically the biological sciences and English subjects - on the side for about two years before becoming a Varsity Tutor. Throughout my experience as an independent tutor, martial arts instructor and boxing coach, I have learned valuable skills that have made my tutoring style more interactive and innovative. I'm always ready to learn new...

...tool for life. It allows students to be better performers in a variety of ways, not just academically. The well-educated student has been trained to have a positive impact on his community and to be socially sound. Therefore, it is this awareness that prompted my decision to become a Varsity Tutor. The vetting process, alone, proves that VT believes that the proper tools ensure peak performance. Rest assured that I will be instrumental in this...

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...to show high school students that with practice and diligence, they too can perform well on standardized tests and go on to the university of their choosing. To accomplish academic goals at any level, it is important for the student to have fun while learning! I personalize my teaching approach to fit the student's learning style so that he or she can easily transition from learning a concept to applying it to a given problem....

...same curiosity and insight into Mathematics as I have had most of my life. Mathematics is often seen by many as a tedious subject that can only be understood by the few, however, I believe that anyone can achieve success as long as they are willing to make the effort. I have many interests outside of Mathematics including working out at the gym. It reduces stress and provides motivation and confidence. I also like hanging...

I am a Sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania with a passion for education, literature, and language. I am pursuing linguistics and theater and spend my spare time participating in my school's vibrant theater community. I have lived in Belgium, Washington, D.C., Massachusetts and now Philadelphia. I love American Sign Language, baking, concerts, and poetry!

I am a sophomore at Cornell University. Hoping to pursue a career in government or law, I am studying to receive my Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Labor Relations. I have tutored a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about English, History, and Math. I specialize in SAT tutoring and am currently assisting many students prepare for the August SAT. I have also helped students with college application essays.

...Economics and minoring in Science, Technology, and Society. From early on, the intellectual development of others has been very important to me. In high school, I developed my school's first summer tutoring program to ensure that students retained information and were prepared for the upcoming year. I am most passionate about tutoring Political Science, History, and Math, with significant experience in helping students in each of these subject areas. In my spare time, I enjoy...

...and I like approaching topics from many different perspectives, so tutoring is right up my alley! I feel that I'm the strongest in helping students with algebra, calculus, physics, chemistry, music theory, and computer science, and I believe that a balanced approach to learning that incorporates both creativity and technology is paramount. I love seeing the moment when a new topic "clicks" in someone's brain, so I hope I can find a way to make...

...adapting my teaching style to meet every student's needs. As a student and as a tutor, I understand the difficulties both face and look to build my tutoring style around my tutee. As a young tutor, I can also relate well to students. Having taken many of the same courses and exams only a few years ago, I understand what it takes to succeed and am willing to go the extra mile to make sure...

A life-long learner and teacher, Marc is always eager to help, and continually bettering himself to be of help to others. Currently a medical student in Philadelphia, he intends to become a practicing physician in his hometown of NYC.... Re-explain as many times as needed with as many different examples and strategies. Most importantly, I would check to make sure a student understood before moving on.

Hello! My name is Adriana but I just go by Adri. I am an undergraduate student at Northeastern University majoring in Mechanical Engineering and minoring in Mathematics. On top of this, I am also an undergraduate researcher in a civil/environmental engineering lab on campus. Outside of school and work, I spend time exploring the city of Boston and making crafts. My dream is to create robots to help mitigate environmental disasters. As for tutoring, I...

...and ACT. Along with my expertise helping struggling students with Standardized Testing, I specialize in English, Reading Comprehension, and Essay Writing (another critical aspect of the college application process). I tutor to help young students reach their greatest potential in the current complex and high-stress educational environment; I find it fulfilling to guide students towards the right answer and to give them the confidence they need to succeed on whatever subject they may struggle with....

I am a former high school math teacher of 3 years turned high school math tutor. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from University of Maryland, College Park and my Master of Arts in Teaching with a focus in Secondary Mathematics from Relay Graduate School of Education. I also have my teaching certification in Secondary Mathematics in Washington, DC and Pennsylvania. I am incredibly passionate about math education and helping students understand...

...target="_blank">mathematical research in knot theory, and aced Calculus 7 (...just kidding about that last one). I have taken several graduate-level math courses and plan on continuing my academics by earning a Ph.D. in math education. (If it's not obvious, I have a thing for math.) I was a math tutor at my university for three years. I tutored education majors taking a rigorous mathematics content course. So not only did I tutor math, but I...

I am a dedicated college student passionate about learning and teaching. I have years of experience in tutoring and am able to offer valuable study methods, tips, tricks. I look forward to making a difference and gaining valuable experiences learning from others.

...my teaching philosophy? Then, please read on: I strongly believe that lessons should be student-centered and driven by both the needs and experiences of the student. My role as the teacher is to act as a support network and guide to inspire my students to further pursue learning and skill development on their own, too. This requires active learning whereby I urge students to explore content we are studying with the support of my subject...