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9+ years
Kim
I am a graduate of Arizona State University where I received my Bachelor degree in Theater Arts. My original focus was to help struggling young students by integrating theater play into everyday subjects. I was inspired to go back to school in Flagstaff, Arizona where I earned my Master's degree in ...
Northern Arizona University
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Arizona State University
Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Connor
I'm a physics student soon to be electrical engineering student with a strong background in physics and math. I enjoy being a resource for those looking to learn. My main passions are for sustainability and renewable energy technology.
University of Puget Sound
Bachelor in Arts, Physics

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Ada
Children are very smart! I hope to become a part of your child's life and be able to help contribute to the emotional and cognitive growth. I bring management experience, the understanding of children, creativity, enthusiasm and patience. My promise is to present subject material in logical steps pr...
University of Phoenix
Master of Science, Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science, Business Management

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Susanna
I am a rising senior at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York. I am currently working towards my Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, with minors in French and Francophone Studies and Violin Performance. I am a tutor for several levels of French and Chemistry. I love tutoring students because I find th...
Vassar College
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Dawn
I am a graduate from the State University of New York in Binghamton with a BA in German Language and Literature and a graduate from Stetson University with a Masters in Education. I have lived in and traveled through many countries, including most recently Ecuador where I was teaching English and Wr...
Stetson University
Master of Arts, Education
SUNY at Binghamton
Bachelor in Arts, German Language & Literature

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jarred
I have always been a motivated learner, and this has ultimately helped me to be a motivated teacher. By receiving a well-rounded education, I believe that a person is made more able to meaningfully interact with the world around them. Math and science help us to understand how the world works, while...
Emmanuel College
Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Boston University
Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Ashley
Ashley Walicki (M.S. in Human Resource Management, Eastern Michigan University) is an Instructor who effectively teaches based on over 15 years of professional Human Resources experience (public and private sector) providing real-life application of HR practices, policies and theories. Her teaching ...
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science, Human Resources Development

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Hi!I am currently an undergraduate at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS, studying Global and International Studies and German. I am working towards entering law school after this coming year. I taught swimming lessons when I was in high school. I am available to tutor German I and II and the ...
University of Kansas
Current Undergrad, German

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Dan
My goal is to help every student reach their full potential and discover ways that they can be successful academically so that they develop a love for learning they stays with them for life. I have a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from Texas A&M University and a Master's in Science in organic chemist...
Texas Tech Universtiy
Master of Science, Organic Chemistry
The Texas AM University System Office
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Brian
I'm a law student and long time tutor who's just made the move to Varsity. I've been tutoring for about eight years now, since I first started working with a friend of a friend's child on his SATs. I graduated from Brooklyn College with a degree in economics, and I'm at Hofstra Law School.I tutor th...
CUNY Brooklyn College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Hofstra University
Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
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Mitchell
Algebra Tutor • +7 Subjects
PhD student in Mechanical Engineering with a focus in controls. Extensive background in MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, along with the typical core mechanical engineering topics.Have 3 years experience tutoring/mentoring undergraduate students in academic/research topics.
Jana
Academic Coaching Tutor • +20 Subjects
I have been teaching middle and high school for over 11 years. My areas of specialty are Social Studies and Special Education. I received my Bachelor of Arts in History from St. Edwards University in Austin, TX. I have a passion for helping students to achieve any and every goal. My belief is that every student is capable of success and deserves to discover that knowledge within. My career has led me to a wide variety of experiences in public education. I would like the opportunity, through tutoring, to bring more personalized focus and attention to each student to ensure confidence, a genuine desire for learning and educational success in each student.
Roberto
ACT Aspire Tutor • +14 Subjects
I am a rising sophomore at Cornell University, majoring in computer science and minoring in math. I am passionate about computer science and mathematics, and I'm particularly interested in machine learning. Additionally, I enjoy learning about history. Currently, I'm self-learning computer architecture and Portuguese. I tutor computer science (Python and Java), History, Algebra through Calculus, and high school English.
Farhana
Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a first year public health student at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Since I was in high school, I had the privilege of taking several accelerated classes in multiple subjects ranging from English, Biology, Literature, Algebra, and Modern Language like AP Spanish Literature. I don't believe in a favorite subject, I feel that with hard work and dedication anyone can adapt and find joys in every subject. As a tutor of local neighborhood children, and a great resource to my peers in school, I carry the reputation as the person to reach out to whenever explanations are required. As a college student, I enjoy the greater depth of information that we cover, it proves to me that education knows no bounds and any information can be incorporated in daily life.
Emma
Art Tutor • +12 Subjects
I am a student at Duke University studying English, Entrepreneurship, and Photography. I have several years of experience tutoring privately and volunteering as an assistant teacher for elementary school children aged 4-10 years old. I am available to tutor English at all pre-collegiate levels. This may include anything from learning letters to improving in-depth writing and analysis skills. I am also available to tutor Mathematics at an elementary school level. Outside of school, I spend my time reading, running my photography business, hanging out with my dog, and babysitting.
Bintou
Algebra Tutor • +19 Subjects
I am a recent graduate of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. Since graduation, I joined the Rhode Island Teaching Fellows where I had the opportunity to work towards a teaching certificate and begin my journey in the classroom. I spent the past year teaching 10th and 11th grade students life science and chemistry.Outside of academia, I enjoy going for long runs. I used to be a sprinter while I was still in school and decided to take on the new challenge of long distance running. I also enjoy various other activities such as kayaking, indoor rock climbing and running off to amusement parks as often as possible. Additionally, I am an avid reader and am always looking for a good book to read on a typical afternoon.My teaching philosophy revolves around breaking content down as much as possible so that all students can understand. I believe even the most complicated of materials can be understood if the teacher takes the time necessary for students to build their skill set and confidence and this was especially useful to me in my time as a chemistry teacher.
Evan
ACT English Tutor • +88 Subjects
I view tutoring as an opportunity to share my passion for languages, literature, and the law with my students. Using a student-centered approach, I aim to meet students where they are, develop a clear plan for their progress, and ensure they meet their goals. I use a variety of instructional techniques to engage with students of all different learning styles. While holding students accountable to their personally tailored goals, I also try to make learning enjoyable by exciting the intellectual curiosity of my students.In terms of my language qualifications, I have received extensive training in language teaching techniques for both French and English as a Second Language. I was a French literature major who graduated cum laude and received highest honors for my senior thesis. I have spent hundreds of hours teaching English and French in classroom settings, and I bring all this experience to bear in my one-on-one tutoring sessions. I am prepared to help students of all levels improve their French and/or English language skills, from the fundamentals of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, to advanced grammar, composition, and cultural fluency.As for test preparation, I draw on my personal success on the SAT (perfect verbal score of 800) and the LSAT (167/180, 94th percentile nationally) to provide insight on test-taking strategies and knowledge of specific content areas. I recognize the inherent stress involved in taking standardized tests under timed conditions, but I strive to empower my students to do their best on test day through diligent preparation beforehand, and by breaking down the seemingly overwhelming task into more manageable parts. It's a marathon, not a sprint!
Jay
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening Tutor • +67 Subjects
I appreciate my students and want them to succeed. I have many years of experience assisting students of all ages. I received my PhD in English at Northern Illinois University and currently work as a professor at an Atlanta university. I have taught middle school, high school, and college English. I have expertise in all language arts areas and test prep, such as the SAT, ACT, and GRE tests. I also have experience helping students prepare for the SSAT and ISEE exams. I think an added benefit is that I get along well with students of all kinds. My goal is to assist all students with their test objectives so they can achieve academic success now and in the future.
Jennifer
Anatomy Tutor • +13 Subjects
Hi! My name is Jenn and I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in May of 2011 with a Bachelor's of Science in biological sciences and a minor in chemistry. I did undergraduate research in a developmental biology lab, and studied abroad in Tanzania to do an independent research project on AIDS and Tuberculosis there. I am currently in the process of applying to graduate school to get my Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies.During my time at Pitt, I was involved in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. We did various service projects including Adopt-A-Block, partnering with United Cerebral Palsy, and most importantly to me, tutoring in Pittsburgh Public Schools. I tutored middle school science in the classroom and had a really great time working with the students, getting to know them, and helping them to grasp new ideas and concepts. It was a joy to watch them learn and share the pride they exhibited in their newfound knowledge. One method I found to be particularly effective was to break complex concepts down into simpler parts and help the student to organize those parts in a way that made more sense to them. This helped them to see the big picture.In my free time, I am training for a half-marathon, I play in a softball league in Philadelphia, I bike, read, and enjoy cooking.I look forward to meeting with you and your student in the near future!
Callie
ACT Prep Tutor • +41 Subjects
I am a PhD student in Biology at Stanford University with a master's degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from the University of Michigan. In addition to being a 4.0 student and a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship, I have extensive experience in scientific research and teaching at the middle school, high school, and university levels. After taking coursework in educational pedagogy in STEM, I am excited to help you maximize your potential in biology and beyond! I specialize in tutoring STEM disciplines as well as standardized test prep, essay revisions, and college admissions preparation.
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Gifted 2nd graders often show significant gaps between their advanced reasoning abilities and their fine motor or writing skills—this asynchronous development is common. Personalized tutoring can bridge these gaps by building foundational writing mechanics (letter formation, spacing, phonetic spelling) while keeping intellectual engagement high through meaningful, creative writing prompts that match their thinking level. A tutor can also teach organizational strategies like graphic organizers or story maps that help gifted writers translate their complex ideas onto paper without frustration.
Many gifted 2nd graders develop perfectionism and test anxiety because they internalize high expectations. Tutors experienced with gifted learners create low-pressure environments where mistakes are reframed as learning opportunities, helping students build resilience and risk-taking skills. Through scaffolded challenges and celebrating effort over perfection, tutoring can reduce anxiety while maintaining intellectual rigor—allowing gifted students to embrace productive struggle rather than avoid difficult tasks.
Gifted 2nd graders benefit from tutoring that explicitly develops abstract reasoning, pattern recognition, and higher-order thinking—skills that go beyond grade-level expectations. Expert tutors introduce Socratic questioning, logic puzzles, and open-ended problem-solving that push students to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information rather than just recall facts. They also cultivate metacognitive skills, helping gifted students understand how they think and solve problems, which deepens learning and builds independence.
Tutors working with gifted 2nd graders can assess readiness for grade-skipping, subject acceleration, or advanced programs by evaluating not just academic ability but also social-emotional maturity, work habits, and independence. Through personalized instruction, tutors can trial advanced content to see how a student handles increased complexity, pacing, and autonomy. This real-world data helps parents and schools make informed decisions about acceleration while ensuring the child is truly ready across all dimensions.
Boredom and disengagement are red flags in gifted students and often signal that grade-level curriculum isn't providing sufficient challenge. Personalized tutoring addresses this by offering appropriately complex material, student-led inquiry, and opportunities to explore topics in depth—whether that's advanced math concepts, scientific investigation, or creative writing projects. Tutors also help gifted students develop self-directed learning skills and teach them to advocate for their own intellectual needs, building intrinsic motivation that extends beyond the tutoring session.
The best tutors for gifted 2nd graders combine subject matter expertise with specific training in gifted education—understanding how gifted learners think, what motivates them, and how to differentiate instruction appropriately. Look for tutors who are skilled at asking probing questions, facilitating open-ended exploration, and recognizing asynchronous development. Experience with gifted identification, familiarity with acceleration options, and the ability to balance challenge with emotional support are also key qualities that help gifted students thrive.
Effective tutoring for gifted 2nd graders does both—it provides enrichment and acceleration in areas of strength while addressing specific gaps (like writing skills or social-emotional needs) that hold them back. The balance depends on your child's profile. Some gifted students need deep, accelerated content to stay engaged; others need targeted support to develop executive function or emotional regulation. A tutor can assess your child's unique needs and tailor instruction accordingly, ensuring growth across all dimensions of giftedness.
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