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Kim

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kim

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Kim's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing

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 ...

Education

Northern Arizona University

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Arizona State University

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Connor

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Connor

Bachelor in Arts, Physics
Connor's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Physics 2
College Physics
Conversational French

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.

Education

University of Puget Sound

Bachelor in Arts, Physics

Ada

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Ada

Master of Science, Education
Ada's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Comparative Literature
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

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...

Education

University of Phoenix

Master of Science, Education

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

Susanna

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Susanna

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Susanna's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Audition Prep
Chemistry
College Chemistry

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...

Education

Vassar College

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Dawn

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Dawn

Master of Arts, Education
Dawn's other Tutor Subjects
2nd-3rd Grade Writing
College English
Conversational German
Conversational Spanish

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...

Education

Stetson University

Master of Arts, Education

SUNY at Binghamton

Bachelor in Arts, German Language & Literature

Jarred

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jarred

Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Jarred's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

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...

Education

Emmanuel College

Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Boston University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1410
Ashley

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ashley

Master of Science, Human Resources Development
Ashley's other Tutor Subjects
Business
Business Analytics
College Business
College English

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 ...

Education

Eastern Michigan University

Master of Science, Human Resources Development

Joseph

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Joseph

Current Undergrad, German
Joseph's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
German
German 1
German 2

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 ...

Education

University of Kansas

Current Undergrad, German

Dan

Certified Tutor

Dan

Master of Science, Organic Chemistry
Dan's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Algebra
Algebra 2
Basic Computer Literacy

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...

Education

Texas Tech Universtiy

Master of Science, Organic Chemistry

The Texas AM University System Office

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Brian

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Brian

Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
Brian's other Tutor Subjects
Business
College Economics
Economics
Graduate Test Prep

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...

Education

CUNY Brooklyn College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Hofstra University

Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1570
LSAT
176

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

Asynchronous development means gifted students' intellectual abilities advance faster than their social, emotional, or physical development. A 5th grader might solve advanced algebra problems but struggle with peer relationships or emotional regulation. Tutors experienced with gifted learners recognize this mismatch and tailor instruction to challenge the intellect while building confidence in areas where the student feels less mature, preventing frustration or behavioral issues that often mask actual ability.

Gifted 5th graders often set impossibly high standards and fear making mistakes, which can paralyze learning and risk-taking. Expert tutors create safe environments where mistakes are reframed as learning opportunities, help students distinguish between healthy striving and harmful perfectionism, and teach metacognitive strategies—like breaking complex problems into smaller steps—to reduce anxiety. This approach allows gifted students to embrace challenging material without the emotional toll that perfectionism creates.

Underachievement in gifted students often stems from boredom with unchallenging material, lack of executive function skills, perfectionism, or social pressure to hide their abilities. Tutors work with gifted learners to provide appropriately challenging content, teach organizational and time-management strategies specific to their learning style, and help them develop a growth mindset that values effort over innate talent. Addressing the root cause—not just the grades—is key to reigniting engagement.

Gifted 5th graders benefit from moving beyond memorization to skills like analysis, synthesis, evaluation, and creative problem-solving—often described in Bloom's Taxonomy as higher-order thinking. Tutors use Socratic questioning, open-ended projects, and real-world problem scenarios to push students to ask "why" and "what if," rather than just finding the right answer. This builds intellectual independence and prepares them for advanced coursework where depth of thinking matters more than speed.

Expert tutors for gifted students understand cognitive development, recognize signs of asynchronous development, and know how to differentiate instruction for advanced learners. They're skilled at asking probing questions, recognizing when a student is bored versus struggling, managing perfectionism and anxiety, and fostering intellectual curiosity rather than just delivering content. Experience with gifted learners—whether through formal training, teaching advanced students, or working with gifted populations—is essential to avoid generic tutoring approaches that don't serve these students' unique needs.

Some gifted students need acceleration (moving ahead in grade level or subject), while others thrive with enrichment (diving deeper into topics at their current level). Tutors can provide both: accelerating a student ready for 6th or 7th grade math while enriching their science learning with independent research projects, or vice versa. This flexibility allows students to progress at their own pace in different subjects and prevents the one-size-fits-all pacing of traditional classrooms from holding them back or boring them.

Twice-exceptional students are gifted but also have ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, or other learning differences—and they often go unidentified because their giftedness masks their struggles or vice versa. Tutors trained in 2e learners understand how to leverage strengths while accommodating challenges, use multi-sensory approaches, build executive function skills, and help students develop self-advocacy skills. This targeted support ensures these students get appropriate challenge without being frustrated by unaddressed learning barriers.

Gifted students often feel isolated, struggle to find intellectual peers, or hide their abilities to fit in—issues that impact motivation and well-being. While tutors aren't therapists, those experienced with gifted learners recognize these challenges and create space to discuss them, normalize the gifted experience, and help students build confidence in their abilities. Some tutors also teach emotional regulation and social skills tailored to gifted development, complementing academic growth with the emotional support these students need.

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