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Charmonda

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Charmonda

Master of Arts, English
Charmonda's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning
ACCUPLACER Sentence Skills
ACT Aspire

More often than not, I am able to build a quick rapport with children. I am focused, energetic and driven, but I still know how to have fun. I have been certified in a program called Love and Logic which teaches adults effective discipline. Learning should be multi-disciplinary. Often history, scien...

Education

Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Arts, English

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Uzma

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Uzma

Masters, Educational Leadership
Uzma's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science

I am a teacher at heart! I have learned many things through teaching. I believe our students teach us how to keep our hearts, minds and perspectives open. The world will continue to become a better place with the spread of education. Knowledge is shared by teaching, inspiring, motivating, listening,...

Education

City University of Seattle in Canada

Masters, Educational Leadership

St Cloud State University

Bachelors, Elementary Education

Christina

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Christina

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Christina's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus BC
AP Spanish Language & Culture

I am a student at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Georgia. I love math, science, writing and Spanish. I enjoy tutoring because I love the material I teach. Making it understandable and easy for the student is my goal, no matter if the subject is Calculus, Chemistry, Spanish or English. I teach like I learn...

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Connie

Certified Tutor

Connie

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
Connie's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Aspire
ACT English
ACT Math

I am a Dartmouth junior double majoring in Mathematical Data Science and Chinese Language. I have been a competitive swimmer for over 12 years and currently swim at Dartmouth College. I have always had a passion for STEM and helping others. I primarily tutor high school math and ACT/SAT, but I also ...

Education

Dartmouth College

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Prem

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Prem

Doctor of Philosophy, Physics
Prem's other Tutor Subjects
Abstract Algebra
ACT Math
AP Research
College Physics

Help my students to learn and understand physics or related subjects such as mathematics, nanotechnology, and materials science. I have more than 30 years of teaching these subjects in a university in Michigan.I have also performed research in the areas of hyperthermia to treat cancer. Totally unrel...

Education

Jodhpur University India

Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics

Jodhpur University India

Doctor of Philosophy, Physics

Test Scores
GRE
320
Gwynne

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Gwynne

Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction
Gwynne's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Essay Editing

I graduated with a BA in English and Sociology with a minor in Anthropology from the University of Washington in 2010. I then went on to work in Early Childhood Education before seeking a Master of Education in Instruction and Curriculum Design from Concordia University in Portland, which I complete...

Education

Concordia University-Portland

Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Bachelors, English and Sociology

Kwame

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kwame

Bachelor in Arts, English
Kwame's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Creative Writing
English
Essay Editing

I have recently acquired my Bachelor's in English from Virginia Commonwealth University. I graduated a Distinguished English Major. I am applying for my MFA in poetry next. I have had over two years of experience working with college-level students at the remedial level and at senior level and I've ...

Education

Virginia Commonwealth University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Cassandra

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Cassandra

Rhetoric
Cassandra's other Tutor Subjects
CAHSEE English
College English
Conversational Spanish
Creative Writing

I am a recent graduate of Carnegie Mellon University where I received a Master of Arts in Rhetoric. I also have a Bachelor of Arts in English Writing with minors in English Literature and Hispanic Studies from Montana State University. While at CMU, I had an amazing time as a Communication & Languag...

Education

Carnegie Mellon University - Master's/Graduate, English

Rhetoric

Gabriela

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Gabriela

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Gabriela's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I am a graduate of East Carolina University where I received a Bachelor in Science in Elementary Education and Wayne Community College where I received an Associate in Arts and Business Administration. I am currently working on ESL (teaching students of other languages) Praxis.Since graduation I wor...

Education

East Carolina University

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Micah

Certified Tutor

Micah

Bachelor of Science, Finance
Micah's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
ACT Math
Algebra
AP Chinese Language and Culture

Micah is currently an undergraduate student at the University of Texas at Dallas majoring in Information Technology Systems and Finance. He has years of experience tutoring and training students as he led a team of 78 students to the international level of DECA competition (the largest team in Texas...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1470

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Nicole

Elementary School Tutor • +15 Subjects

I've been tutoring for over a decade now, and am currently working towards a double-major in Education and Psychology from the University of Florida. I have always adored teaching and gathering information of all sorts, and take every chance I get to foster those passions. I can't wait to help your student grow a better understanding and love for all parts of learning as well. My goal is to help students build confidence and excel at whatever they can dream; join me for the journey!

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Anneliza

Algebra Tutor • +20 Subjects

I received my Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Arts in Art and Art History from Lafayette College in 2006. Following graduation, I worked as a Civil Engineer based in Philadelphia, PA and was certified as a Professional Engineer in 2011. After five years in the work force, I returned to graduate school to complete my Master of Landscape Architecture at the University of Pennsylvania. I now work as a Landscape Designer in Philadelphia and am currently applying for licensure as a Professional Landscape Architect. I also teach as an adjunct professor at Philadelphia University in the Landscape Architecture program. Through Varsity Tutors, I tutor many subjects related to engineering, math, science, art, ecology, and the environment. I love to work with students on strategies to learn math and geometry, particularly focusing on strategies that involve physical and visual learning. I am an active and hardworking individual who loves working with others to solve problems, which directly translates in my approach to tutoring. In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors (running, biking, hiking, gardening) and playing with my dog and cat.

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Karen M.

Elementary School English Tutor • +13 Subjects

I love kids and I love learning. I have both an undergrad and graduate degree in English Language and Creative Writing. I have taught E.S.L. for the last two years and have been working with children of all ages for nearly thirty years now, from my own private childcare business to homework help, and tutoring. I enjoy helping students take a subject that they struggle with and turn it into a subject they are interested in! I'm particually good with young children, but also do well with pre-teen, high school, and college level students. My favorite subjects to teach are reading, creative writing, and public speaking as these are my personal passions. It's important to me that my students also have fun! if they don't want to be in my classroom, they are less likely to absorb and remember. I like to incorporate their interests into my lesson plans as much as possible to keep things interesting!

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Andrea

Advanced Placement Prep Tutor • +23 Subjects

I recently graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Genetics. I have tutored Math and Science since I was a high school student through a volunteer program. The summer after graduating from high school I volunteered abroad and taught English to elementary and middle school students in impoverished areas of Taiwan. While obtaining my undergraduate degree, I tutored Math to local elementary and middle school students through a volunteer organization called MATHCOUNTS.I am a good tutor because I am very thorough while teaching, and I am very patient with students.

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Preston

Algebra Tutor • +16 Subjects

I am currently a rising junior attending Pennsylvania State University with a major in chemical engineering. I have been a learning assistant for general chemistry 1 and organic chemistry 1 my past two semesters. I also will be a learning assistant this upcoming semester for general chemistry 1. I tutor SAT and ACT prep and math and science subjects from middle school to college. My favorite topic to tutor is chemistry. My goal for my tutoring sessions is for my students to be able to teach the topic back to me. I believe in student-centered methods of instruction and I am always open to looking at problems from different point of views.

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John

Adult Literacy Tutor • +31 Subjects

I am a writer lawyer and teacher with experience teaching software to adults and children. I have 2 decades of experience as a writer including journalism/ technical writing and fiction writing.I was first published 38 years ago.

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Julia

ACT Writing Tutor • +61 Subjects

I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at the University of Pittsburgh, where I also graduated in 2024 with my Bachelors of Science in Natural Sciences. I had an undergraduate focus in neuroscience and conceptual foundations of medicine.Since freshman year of high school, I have put forth many hours tutoring students of all ages, ranging in many subjects. My personal favorite subject to tutor in is Algebra, but I have tutored in math ranging from elementary school level to high school level. I have also tutored in the sciences and Spanish. Although I started learning Spanish in middle school, I spent half of high school in college-level Spanish courses and obtained my Seal of Biliteracy.For me, there are two feelings when tutoring that go unbeaten:1. When your student finally grasps a concept they have been struggling with.2. When your student comes back with their first improved test grade.I try to accommodate to the needs of all my students and revolve tutoring around each student's personal goals. Whether it's getting a better understanding of one concept, getting class grade up, or preparing for an exam, I do my best to do what's best for the student.

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Kara

Algebra Tutor • +21 Subjects

I have a passion for teaching and facilitating critical thinking skills. I want everyone to understand HOW to learn, and not just WHAT to learn.I am enthusiastic about education and I am a nerd for history, politics, and current events. In high school, surprisingly, my favorite subject was math, and I always thought I was going to be a math teacher. College, however, changed my mind when I fell in love with a Colonial History course and it changed my outlook on my future in education. I want to teach my students to be good citizens and to be successful in everything they do in life.I have a degree in Sociology and Social Studies Education. I hope I will be a great fit for you!

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Ian

Algebra Tutor • +17 Subjects

I am a motivated student, working on his PhD in Mechanical Engineering. I truly enjoy working with students who are interested in the "why's". I love talking about the motivations of why we learn these subjects, and how they become useful in real life. I am particularly passionate about tutoring mathematics, chemistry, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.

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Julianne

AP Physics 2 Tutor • +16 Subjects

I am a current student at Occidental College, and I am pursuing my Bachelor of Arts in Physics. I have previously tutored students in high school physics, coding in Python, high school mathematics (including geometry, algebra, and trigonometry), and the Mathematics portion of the SAT exam. I have also assisted my siblings (now ages 13, 7, and 4) with school homework and other academic enrichment activities. I am passionate about finding ways to make STEM subjects engaging for students with different levels of interest. The students that I have tutored have particularly enjoyed certain hands-on activities that have helped them gain a deeper understanding of the material, such as engaging with virtual simulations that illustrate important physical concepts and coding an interactive game that requires user input. I understand that different students learn differently and require different types of encouragement and support, and I would personalize my lessons to meet each student's needs. I believe that it is important to make learning STEM subjects fun, and I do my best to share my own enthusiasm for the subjects and highlight the many applications of these subjects with my students.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gifted 9th graders often struggle with the transition from middle school acceleration to high school rigor, where pacing accelerates significantly and independent research skills become essential. Many excel at quick comprehension but haven't developed strong organizational systems for managing multiple advanced courses simultaneously. Additionally, gifted students may face perfectionism, struggle with material that doesn't come naturally on the first attempt, or feel isolated socially from peers—all of which can impact academic confidence. Personalized tutoring helps bridge these gaps by building executive function skills, teaching effective study strategies for complex material, and providing a space to work through challenging concepts without judgment.

Gifted students often show uneven skill development—excelling in abstract reasoning while struggling with writing mechanics, or mastering advanced concepts but lacking attention to detail. A skilled tutor recognizes these patterns and targets instruction to strengthen weaker areas without slowing progress in strengths. For example, a student might need support with argumentative essay structure while simultaneously tackling advanced literature analysis. Personalized instruction allows tutors to work at different paces across different skills, preventing frustration and ensuring well-rounded academic development rather than leaving gaps that compound over time.

Gifted 9th graders are often strong at pattern recognition and quick analysis, but depth means moving beyond surface-level thinking to evaluate evidence rigorously, consider multiple perspectives, and construct nuanced arguments. This includes skills like identifying logical fallacies, distinguishing correlation from causation, and synthesizing information from multiple sources—competencies that become crucial for AP courses and college-level work. Tutors help develop this depth by asking probing follow-up questions, modeling analytical thinking processes, and guiding students through increasingly complex problems that require sustained reasoning rather than quick answers.

Effective gifted tutors need subject matter expertise combined with understanding of gifted learner psychology—including how perfectionism, anxiety, and asynchronous development manifest in this population. They should have experience with advanced curriculum (AP, honors, or accelerated tracks), strong questioning skills to deepen thinking rather than just provide answers, and the ability to recognize when a student needs to slow down versus when they're ready for greater challenge. Additionally, tutors working with gifted students benefit from training in differentiation and understanding that gifted students often need emotional support alongside academic instruction.

Gifted underperformance often stems from perfectionism, anxiety about maintaining high standards, lack of challenge leading to disengagement, or undiagnosed learning differences that mask ability in certain areas. Some gifted students develop avoidance patterns when they encounter material that requires effort, having coasted through earlier grades. A tutor can identify the root cause—whether it's executive function gaps, anxiety, or a mismatch between learning style and instruction—and address it directly. By building confidence in the face of challenge and reframing effort as a sign of growth rather than inadequacy, tutoring helps gifted students reconnect with their natural curiosity and motivation.

Gifted 9th graders benefit from tutoring that builds foundational skills and study habits they'll need in AP and honors courses—including time management, note-taking strategies, independent research skills, and how to approach complex multi-step problems. Tutors can also accelerate readiness by introducing advanced concepts early, strengthening weak foundational areas before they become bottlenecks, and teaching students how to seek help strategically rather than struggle in isolation. This proactive approach reduces the adjustment shock when students enter more demanding courses and builds confidence that they can handle increased rigor.

Gifted students disengage quickly when material feels too easy or irrelevant, so effective tutors adjust the challenge level dynamically—providing just enough difficulty to maintain engagement without overwhelming. They also connect abstract concepts to real-world applications, encourage student-led inquiry, and create space for the kinds of deep dives that gifted learners crave. Additionally, tutors can help students set meaningful goals beyond grades—like mastering a skill, understanding a complex topic thoroughly, or preparing for competitions—which often provides stronger motivation than external pressure.

Gifted 9th graders often experience anxiety, perfectionism, impostor syndrome, or social isolation that directly impacts academic performance and well-being. A tutor provides a judgment-free space to work through challenging material, normalize the experience of struggle, and build resilience—all while modeling that intelligence isn't about never making mistakes. Tutors can also help students develop a growth mindset, manage perfectionism by celebrating effort and progress over perfection, and provide encouragement during the vulnerable transition to high school. This emotional scaffolding is especially valuable for gifted students who may not have peers who understand their experience.

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