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2+ years
Erik
I am a graduate from the University of Florida, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I have graduated with scholarship honors in Chemical Engineering with a Bachelor of Sciences from University of Florida, Masters of Computer and Information Technology from UPenn,...
University of Pennsylvania
MMG
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Apoorv
As a master's graduate in Applied Computing with a Computer Science background and over two years of hands-on software development experience, I'm all about making learning fun and engaging! I've had the chance to teach students of all ages, from 5th graders to college students studying Computer Sci...
University of Windsor
Master's/Graduate
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Pinelopi
I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you...
Duke University
Bachelor in Arts in Psychology
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zachary
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP Computer Science Principles is designed to introduce students to the breadth of computer science and computational thinking. While typically taken by high school students, advanced 7th graders can absolutely succeed in this course with proper preparation and support. The course emphasizes problem-solving, creativity, and real-world applications rather than just coding syntax, making it accessible to motivated middle school students who have strong logical reasoning skills.
Akron has 86 schools across 21 districts, and many advanced students benefit from personalized instruction to accelerate their learning and build confidence in a rigorous course. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps students master foundational programming concepts, understand algorithm design, and develop debugging skills at their own pace—critical for success in AP-level coursework while still in middle school.
The course covers computational thinking, algorithms, programming (usually in a block-based or text-based language), data representation, cybersecurity basics, and the societal impacts of computing. For 7th graders, tutors focus on building conceptual understanding of these topics alongside hands-on coding practice, ensuring students grasp both the "why" and the "how" before tackling more complex projects.
The biggest hurdles are logical thinking and debugging—students often struggle to trace through code, identify errors, and think systematically about problem-solving. Time management is another challenge, as projects and performance tasks require sustained effort. Personalized tutoring helps students develop debugging strategies, break problems into manageable steps, and build the persistence needed for independent coding work.
In the first session, tutors assess your current coding experience, identify specific topics that feel challenging (like loops, conditionals, or functions), and discuss your goals for the course. From there, tutors create a personalized learning plan that might include concept review, guided coding practice, or strategies for tackling performance tasks—all tailored to help you build confidence and mastery.
Tutors help you understand the exam format, practice with released AP questions, and develop time-management strategies for the multiple-choice and free-response sections. They also guide you through performance task practice, which accounts for a significant portion of your score, ensuring you can explain your code and computational thinking clearly when it matters most.
Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who have strong backgrounds in computer science, programming experience, and a track record of helping students succeed in AP courses. Tutors understand both the technical content and the best ways to teach it to 7th graders, balancing rigor with age-appropriate explanations and encouragement.
Simply tell us about your current level, specific topics you need help with, and your goals for the course. Varsity Tutors will connect you with an expert tutor who fits your needs and schedule. You can start with a single session to see if it's a good fit, then continue building your skills with ongoing personalized instruction.
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