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Meg

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Meg

Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology
Meg's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Geometry
Learning Differences
Math

My personal path, unique experience, and my life long passion for growth, learning and youth led me to provide academic coaching, parent support and educational consultation to families throughout Atlanta and around the United States.I have a passion for making learning fun and relevant for my stude...

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Georgia State University

Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology

Kim

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kim

Bachelors, Animal Science
Kim's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
Chemistry

I love many things - reading, tea, drumming, my dogs - but I love teaching best. It has been my most rewarding and enjoyable endeavor. As the oldest of 5, helping with homework was a given. When told as a teenager that I'd make a great teacher, I decided being trapped in a room with more kids was no...

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UCONN - Storrs

Bachelors, Animal Science

Sean

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sean

Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology and Immunology
Sean's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Chemistry
College Biology
High School Biology

Until I was a post-doc at Temple Medical, I did not realize my capacity for relating my knowledge of my fields of interest to students and visiting researchers. The enjoyment of helping to shape the minds of those who are up and coming scholars excites me. More so though, it is the exchange of ideas...

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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Temple University

Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology and Immunology

Christabel

Certified Tutor

Christabel

Bachelor in Arts, English, Writing
Christabel's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature

I graduated with honors from Wheaton College (IL) with a B.A. in English, Writing and a Certificate in Early Church History. While studying, I worked as a Writing Consultant where I empowered undergraduate and graduate students to write clearly and persuasively and to read their own work with a crit...

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Wheaton College (Illinois)

Bachelor in Arts, English, Writing

Stephanie

Certified Tutor

Stephanie

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education State Certified Teacher
Stephanie's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
English

I am a graduate of Washburn University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a focus on special education. After graduation I began teaching in the Gardner/ Edgerton school district. During my five years as an educator, I had the opportunity to teach a variety of grade levels ...

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Washburn University

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education State Certified Teacher

Carolina

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Carolina

Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Carolina's other Tutor Subjects
1st-4th Grade ELA (in Spanish)
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School
Elementary School English

Caring Bilingual (English/Spanish) Elementary School Teacher offering 21 years of experience teaching all subjects to English Language Learners. Passionate about meeting all students' learning needs through various types of teaching. Great strengths in Dual Language instruction and Mathematics.

Education

Northern Illinois University

Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Katrina

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Katrina

Masters, Biomedical Science
Katrina's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
Genetics
High School Biology

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Kansas Wesleyan University, a Master of Science in Biomedical Science from Barry University, and a Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic. Since earning my doctorate I have enjoyed a successful career as a chiropractor but crave furthe...

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Barry University

Masters, Biomedical Science

Kansas Wesleyan University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Susie

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Susie

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Susie's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math

My name is Susie and I am a recent graduate of Swarthmore College with a special major in biochemistry and minor in psychology. I am currently applying to medical school while working at the NIH for a year. During college, I spent a lot of my time tutoring peers and elementary/middle school children...

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Swarthmore College

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

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Kaitlyn

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kaitlyn

Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
Kaitlyn's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a highly motivated rising Sophomore at UNC Chapel Hill who is looking to help others realize their full potential. Currently, I'm working toward my Bachelors degree with a double major in Business and Public Policy. My senior year of High School I tutored students in various math subjects, and ...

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management

A'Nya

Certified Tutor

2+ years

A'Nya

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
A'Nya's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Study Skills and Organization
ACT Writing
Government
High School Government

Hello! My name is A'Nya and I am a current undergraduate at the University of Chicago. I plan on double majoring in Political Science and English. I have three years of experience tutoring and working with children, so I am more than capable of handling your young scholar.

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Frequently Asked Questions

AP Language and Composition is traditionally a high school course (usually 11th grade), so 7th graders taking it are working significantly ahead of grade level. This accelerated path requires strong foundational writing and reading skills. If your 7th grader is ready for this challenge, personalized tutoring can help them master the course's rigorous analytical writing demands and rhetorical analysis skills.

Young students often struggle with synthesizing complex arguments, understanding rhetorical devices in sophisticated texts, and managing timed essay writing—especially the 3-hour AP exam format. Many also find it challenging to develop a mature academic voice and distinguish between different essay types (rhetorical analysis, argument, synthesis). Expert tutors can break down these skills into manageable steps and build confidence through targeted practice.

Score improvement depends on your student's starting point and consistency with practice. Most students who work with tutors see meaningful gains through focused study on weak areas—whether that's mastering rhetorical analysis, improving essay organization, or developing stronger thesis statements. The AP exam is scored 1-5, and many students improve by one full point or more with targeted instruction and regular practice essays.

The first session focuses on assessment and goal-setting. A tutor will review your student's current writing samples, identify specific strengths and areas for growth, and understand their timeline and AP exam date. From there, they'll create a personalized study plan that targets the most impactful skills—whether that's essay structure, rhetorical analysis, or test-taking strategies.

Timed essay practice is critical—the AP exam requires students to write three essays in 3 hours, which demands both speed and quality. Regular practice under timed conditions helps students develop stamina, learn to manage their time across different essay types, and reduce test anxiety. Tutors can provide authentic practice essays, grade them with detailed feedback, and help students refine their approach with each attempt.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have deep knowledge of AP Language curriculum and can work with advanced 7th graders. You can specify your needs—whether you want someone with AP exam grading experience, strong background in rhetoric, or expertise working with accelerated students—and get matched with a tutor who fits your situation.

Frequency depends on your student's current level and exam timeline. Many students benefit from weekly sessions (1-2 hours) combined with independent practice between meetings. If your student is newer to AP-level writing, twice-weekly sessions can accelerate progress. A tutor can recommend the right frequency based on your student's needs and help you create a realistic study schedule leading up to the exam.

Rhetorical analysis—identifying how authors use language to persuade—is a core skill on the AP exam. The key is moving beyond just identifying devices (like metaphor or parallelism) to explaining their effect on the audience and purpose. Tutors help students practice analyzing real passages, develop a strong analytical vocabulary, and learn to write clear, evidence-based explanations of rhetorical choices in timed conditions.

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