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Molly
I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math and Reading intervention. I have several tools and resources from various curricula to work with an...
Northwestern University
Master of Science in Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, History

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Eric
I am patient and collaborative. I work with my students to help them come to the answers on their own, and I find creative and fun ways for students to think about the material in a new light.
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts

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Allan
I'm a big Boston Celtics fan and I speak three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Biological Sciences

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I'm an actor, writer and musician living in New York City. I grew up in Minneapolis, MN (by way of Palo Alto, California). I graduated from Northwestern University in 2014, with a B.A. in Theatre, and a minor in American History.
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Theatre

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Maddy
I'm a recent graduate of Harvard University and a natural teacher, and I'd be thrilled to help you build your skills, gain academic confidence, and get results! My B.A. is in American history and literature with a minor in theater. I spent my college years producing and directing student theater, wr...
Harvard University
B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)

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6+ years
Sarah
I am liberal arts trained and excel at connecting concepts across academic disciplines.
Yale University
Master of Arts, Sacred Music
Vassar College
Bachelor in Arts, Music

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Paula
I am extremely passionate about academics and learning; the value of each was inculcated into me at a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests and have been privileged enough to pursue knowledge in those areas. I even enjoy tucking away "useless...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts

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Angela
I am a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in International Relations and minoring in French and English. The studies of English and Literature have been my passion for a long time. I enjoy reading about cultures while familiarizing myself with the world’s diverse peoples. In...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations

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Shawn
I am a patient teacher who can explain problems in many different ways according to how individual students learn best. I only ask that you know and explain to me what topics you do not know or get so far. I know that every student can learn a subject with a combination of practice and patience, but...
University of California Los Angeles
Master of Science, Chemistry

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10+ years
Sarah
I am an experienced tutor and classroom teacher with a passion for helping students learn - especially when it doesn't come easy. I love teaching math, especially since I know that it can be hard. While I specialize in working with middle and high school students, I have worked with students as youn...
Providence College
Masters, Secondary Education
University of Notre Dame
Bachelors, Psychology
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Hasan
8th Grade math Tutor • +97 Subjects
I am a graduate of Brown University, where I earned my B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts, taking courses in a wide array of subjects ranging from contemporary American fiction to ancient Indian classics. My first teaching experience came in college when I had the privilege of creating and teaching a series of literature courses at a local community center. There are few experiences I find more enriching than facilitating a meaningful dialogue centered around great works of literature and art. While literature and art are my passion, I also tutor in variety of other subjects, including math, science, and test preparation. I currently work as a lead teacher in the after-school program at Archway Classical Academy in Phoenix.
Greg
12th Grade math Tutor • +44 Subjects
I am a rising junior at Vanderbilt University studying chemical engineering and mathematics. Throughout high school, I tutored both individuals and groups in a variety of subjects including algebra and physics. At Vanderbilt, I've had the opportunity to teach at local Nashville elementary and middle schools as part of Vanderbilt Student Volunteers for Science. I am passionate about tutoring math and science, and even though these subjects are often considered "dry," the right teaching style can spark any student's interest. When it comes to standardized test preparation, I've found that knowing the intricacies of a test can improve a student's score just as much as knowing the subject material can. Different students learn in different ways but that kind of personal attention is difficult to provide in a classroom. With one on one tutoring sessions, any student can excel, even in the subjects he or she has the most trouble in. When I tutor a student, my first goal is to figure out the best way to teach this individual, as no single style can suit everybody. In my free time, I enjoy playing volleyball, watching football and soccer, exercising, and reading about modern science and new technology.
Madeline
10th Grade math Tutor • +77 Subjects
I am currently a graduate student Johns Hopkins University getting my masters in chemical and biomolecular engineering. I have spent a lot of time around children and I have spent a good amount of time teaching as well. I want all students that I tutor to feel comfortable when I am tutoring them and I believe all students have the ability to improve. I am very comfortable teaching all subjects for grades up to 9th grade and, when dealing with high school courses, I love to tutor most math and science courses including many AP courses. I also have a lot of experience with standardized test prep and love to tutor for that as well. Hobbies: music, running, art, books, writing, reading
Dotty
Calculus Tutor • +24 Subjects
I am a graduate of Swarthmore College, where I studied Quantitative Social Science and Education. I currently work in marketing analytics for higher education institutions. My skills range from writing/editing to data analysis. I would love to chat and make a plan to help you reach your goals! Hobbies: art, books, reading, cooking, music, writing
Pallavi
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +107 Subjects
I am a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration), a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Healthcare Management and Policy concentration), and a Master's in Biology. Throughout my undergraduate, I have loved tutoring college and high school students in Math, English, Physics, and Biology. I have also volunteered as an ESL instructor. As a medical school applicant, I have taken numerous standardized tests, and I love helping students figure out strategies that work best for their learning! In my spare time, I enjoy teaching kickboxing, dancing, and baking.
Julie
12th Grade math Tutor • +83 Subjects
I am a rising junior at Princeton University pursuing a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy with a certificate in Statistics and Machine Learning. I am highly passionate about education: during the academic year, I serve as a volunteer tutor for the Petey Greene Program, which provides educational assistance to those incarcerated in New Jersey prisons; after graduation, I hope to work toward becoming a high school mathematics teacher. This summer, I am interning part-time at IntegrateNYC4me, a nonprofit that seeks to integrate New York schools. I believe that quality educational opportunities should be accessible to all, and I hope to dedicate my career toward realizing this vision!
Alexandra
12th Grade math Tutor • +42 Subjects
I'm a Math and French major at Brown University, and I've been tutoring for over three years. I have worked with young kids taking elementary-level math, middle school students taking Pre-Algebra and Algebra, high school students taking Pre-Calculus and Calculus, college students taking Calculus I/II and Linear Algebra -- and any level in between! Tutoring is one of my favorite activities, because every student I work with teaches me something new about my field. In addition to doing math and writing French poetry, I play the piano, contract bridge, soccer and tennis. I am also a passionate vegan, and hope to one day combine math and language into a field that draws on both the sciences and the humanities. Hobbies: reading, music, writing, art, books
Sheena
6th Grade math Tutor • +65 Subjects
I am a Georgia Institute of Technology Engineering Undergraduate and have my MBA from Cornell University - Johnson College of Business. I am very proficient in: K-12 Mathematics, Science, English, History, Engineering, and College and Graduate level Business studies. A native English speaker, I also speak Hindi, Urdu, and French. I have been tutoring since I was in 7th grade, to younger students at Kumon, and have been tutoring privately since the 9th grade. Once I graduated college, I continued the private tutoring and was a part of the Tutoring club at GT. I moved to NYC after graduation and began helping middle and highschool students with the above mentioned subjects. I am very passionate about education and teaching in general - which inspired me to further my quest for knowledge and complete my MBA. I am a peoples person and this is purely a hobby of mine.
Griffin
Pre-Calculus Tutor • +60 Subjects
I am a graduate from Kansas State University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. I have worked professionally as a research assistant for KSU, a project manager for Cargill, and an auxiliary engineer with Black & Veatch. With recent experience in office, industry, and university, I am fully prepared to help students understand the most important information in a way that feels valuable to their goals.
Richard
12th Grade math Tutor • +56 Subjects
I am currently a PhD candidate at Northwestern University, studying microbiology and public health (my two biggest passions). I received my Bachelor of Science with high honors from Emory University in 2011, where I double-majored in Biology and Spanish. During my time at Emory, I studied abroad in Australia working on barrier reef and rainforest ecology, and studied in Spain mastering my Spanish language skills. I can read and write Spanish with high proficiency and have tutored Spanish speakers, and received highest scores on the AP Spanish exam with listening. My favorite academic subjects are math and science, and I have received perfect scores on a variety of standardized math exams, including SAT I math, SAT II math IIC subject test, BC calculus AP exam, and the GRE quantitative exam. In addition to tutoring mathematics at all levels, I enjoy tutoring grammar and mechanics, and editing essays. I received the Carlos C. Rojas Excellence in Writing Award from Emory University, and have served on the editorial board for Emory University's undergraduate research journal, as well as have authored peer-reviewed manuscripts at Northwestern University. I have lectured to undergraduate students at Northwestern University in cell biology, and have taught English as a Second Language (ESL) in both a classroom setting and one-on-one. I have a very diverse background of knowledge and have worked in a variety of settings, both academic and in industry, and can meet any of your tutoring needs. I am a very patient person with excellent communication and listening skills who will take the time to get to know each of my tutees. After identifying and recognizing a tutee's own strengths and weaknesses, I can tailor a unique tutoring plan to help each student exceed his or her goals. Hobbies: writing, hiking, reading, cooking, traveling, music, art, travel, books
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Sixth grade marks a significant shift from elementary school—students move from a single classroom to multiple teachers, more complex organizational demands, and increased academic independence. The most common struggles include managing multiple assignments across different subjects, developing stronger note-taking and study skills, navigating increased homework volume, and adapting to more abstract thinking in math (pre-algebra concepts) and reading comprehension. Many 6th graders also struggle with time management and balancing social pressures with academic expectations. Personalized tutoring helps students build these foundational skills during this critical transition year.
Sixth grade math introduces a major conceptual shift—students move from concrete arithmetic to more abstract thinking with ratios, fractions, decimals, and early algebraic reasoning. Many students who mastered basic computation suddenly struggle because they can't visualize why these new concepts work. Additionally, 6th grade math requires stronger problem-solving skills and the ability to explain reasoning, not just find answers. A tutor can break down these abstract concepts into concrete, visual explanations and help students build confidence before they reach full algebra in 7th or 8th grade.
Sixth grade reading shifts from decoding words to analyzing meaning—students are expected to identify themes, make inferences, understand author's purpose, and support ideas with evidence from text. Writing also becomes more structured, with expectations for organized paragraphs, transitions, and citations. Many 6th graders struggle with reading stamina (longer texts), distinguishing between main ideas and supporting details, and organizing their thoughts into coherent essays. Personalized instruction helps students develop annotation strategies, outlining techniques, and revision habits that make reading and writing feel manageable rather than overwhelming.
Absolutely. Sixth grade requires a dramatic jump in organizational skills—managing multiple classes, keeping track of assignments, organizing materials by subject, and planning long-term projects. Many 6th graders haven't developed these systems yet, which directly impacts academic performance. A tutor can teach practical strategies like color-coding systems, breaking large projects into milestones, creating study schedules, and developing checklists. These metacognitive skills are just as important as content knowledge and often make the difference between a struggling student and a successful one during the middle school transition.
The best 6th grade tutors understand both the academic content AND the developmental stage—they recognize that 6th graders are navigating independence, social pressures, and abstract thinking simultaneously. Look for tutors with experience teaching middle school or tutoring this age group specifically, as they understand the transition challenges and can teach both skills and confidence. Strong 6th grade tutors are also skilled at breaking abstract concepts into concrete examples, asking questions that build critical thinking, and creating structured study systems. Experience with multiple subjects is valuable since 6th graders benefit from tutors who can help them see connections across math, reading, and writing.
This depends on your student's needs and challenges. If your 6th grader struggles across multiple subjects due to organizational, study skills, or confidence issues, a single tutor who teaches multiple subjects can help build foundational systems that transfer across classes. If your student excels in some areas but struggles significantly in one subject (like math or writing), a specialist in that subject may be more effective. Many families start with one tutor to address the transition and organizational challenges, then add subject-specific support if needed. Varsity Tutors can help match your student with the right tutoring approach based on their specific situation.
Progress in 6th grade shows up in multiple ways: improved grades on assignments and tests, stronger organizational systems (turning in work on time, organized notes), increased confidence in class participation, and better homework completion rates. In math, you'll see students move from struggling with concepts to explaining their reasoning. In reading and writing, progress looks like longer, more organized essays with clearer main ideas and supporting evidence. Many students also show improved test scores and reduced anxiety about school. The key is that 6th grade progress isn't just about one test score—it's about building sustainable skills and confidence that carry them through middle school and beyond.
A strong first session focuses on understanding your student's specific challenges, learning style, and goals rather than diving into heavy academics. The tutor will likely assess where your 6th grader stands in key areas (reading level, math concepts, organizational skills), identify confidence gaps, and discuss what success looks like for your family. This is also when the tutor builds rapport and helps your student feel comfortable—crucial for 6th graders who may feel anxious about getting help. By the end of the first session, you should have a clear picture of the tutor's approach and a realistic plan for how tutoring will address your student's transition to middle school.
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