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Krishna
Over the course of my career, I have held many positions - from waitress to lawyer to presidential campaign staffer. I graduated at the top of my college and law school class and passed the California Bar on the first try. Reflecting upon my varied jobs, I realize that inherent in each one is a resp...
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Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

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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
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Arizona State University
Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

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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
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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...
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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

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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

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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

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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
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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
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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
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Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
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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 the SATs, ACTs, LSAT, GRE, basically all high school subjects, and a bevy of college ones, including history, psychology, economics, law, and writing. That's not because I'm an expert in everything - it's because the only thing I enjoy more than learning is helping someone else learn. A good tutor doesn't just explain the subject to you - they explain what's cool about it, how it applies to your life, and why you want to learn it. If I have to brush up on my AP Chemistry as an excuse to explain why dimensional analysis is actually the most useful math you'll ever learn, I find it thrilling, not a chore.That's really my whole paradigm, as a tutor. Every subject has a relation to both everyday life, and to the coolest parts of the collective achievements of humanity. Learning not just what Pi is, but what it means, is treading the same ground as the people who built the pyramids.We lose that joy - the enrichment granted by greater understanding - too often in sterile and boring classrooms. My goal is to help students attain mastery by providing the context and tools that let them have "Eureka!" moments.Learning is fun, and tutoring is more than just being a living wikipedia article. It's giving life to the dry and soulless problem set, making fun of the trap answers on the LSAT, and linking history to its greatest stories. I don't need gimmicks and games to make that happen. I just find where a student and I can connect over the material, how they learn, and what they're having trouble with.I won't guarantee anyone a score on a test or promise that everyone can get an A in every subject. But I do promise not to waste anyone's time or money. Every session, my students will learn new facts, new techniques, or new ways to understand some boring idea. That's not because I'm the smartest guy in the room: it's because I simply love seeing people learn.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Iowa bar exam candidates most frequently struggle with the Multistate Performance Test (MPT) component, particularly the time management and document analysis required in transactional and litigation scenarios. Additionally, Iowa-specific civil procedure rules and the unique aspects of Iowa contract law often trip up test-takers who haven't deeply integrated state-specific distinctions into their MBE preparation. The Evidence section also presents challenges because Iowa has adopted some non-uniform evidence rules that differ from the Uniform Rules of Evidence tested on the MBE, requiring careful attention to both federal standards and Iowa deviations.
Personalized instruction allows tutors to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's struggling with Iowa-specific essay questions, time management on the MPT, or distinguishing between UCC provisions and Iowa common law—and create targeted study plans rather than generic bar prep courses. A tutor can provide real-time feedback on practice essays and MPT responses, helping you internalize grading rubrics and Iowa-specific doctrines faster than reviewing answers alone. This focused approach is particularly valuable for the Iowa exam's emphasis on state-specific procedure and substantive law, where missing nuances can cost points on multiple questions.
Iowa's civil procedure rules, particularly regarding discovery and motion practice, diverge from federal rules in ways that appear on the Iowa essay portion—you'll need to master Iowa Rules of Civil Procedure alongside federal standards. Iowa contract law includes specific provisions on the Uniform Commercial Code adoption and Iowa-specific common law interpretations that frequently appear in essay questions. Additionally, Iowa family law, probate, and real property have state-specific rules and case precedents that are heavily tested; focusing your essay preparation on these areas will yield higher returns than spending equal time on nationally uniform subjects.
An effective Iowa bar exam tutor should be licensed to practice law in Iowa and ideally have recent bar exam passage experience or substantial experience teaching bar prep content. Look for tutors who demonstrate deep familiarity with Iowa-specific substantive law, the Iowa Rules of Civil Procedure, and the structure of the Iowa bar exam itself—including how the essay and MPT components are scored differently than other states. Experience with multiple students' bar exam preparation and a track record of helping candidates improve their weak areas is more valuable than general tutoring credentials; ask about their approach to identifying knowledge gaps and their success rate with students in similar situations to yours.
A tutor can break down the MPT's two-task structure and teach you a systematic approach to analyzing the call of the question, organizing documents efficiently, and producing work-product that matches grader expectations—skills that improve dramatically with guided practice and immediate feedback. Many test-takers struggle with time allocation (typically 90 minutes for two tasks) and miss points by not fully addressing the specific instructions; a tutor can help you develop a checklist system and practice under timed conditions with real feedback on your actual output. Since Iowa's MPT includes state-specific procedural and substantive law questions, tutoring focused on Iowa rules within MPT scenarios will help you avoid costly errors that generic MPT prep might miss.
Students working with personalized tutors typically see improvement in essay scores within 4-6 weeks of focused instruction, measured by more complete rule statements, better organization using IRAC format, and fewer missed issues specific to Iowa law. A strong indicator of progress is moving from scattered or incomplete answers to consistently addressing all elements of a question and applying Iowa-specific rules correctly—this often translates to a 10-15 point improvement per essay on the 100-point scale. The most dramatic improvements occur when tutors help you identify patterns in your mistakes (e.g., consistently missing Iowa procedural nuances or failing to distinguish between UCC and common law) and you systematize corrections across multiple practice essays.
Most candidates benefit from starting tutoring 8-12 weeks before the exam, allowing time to address foundational gaps, practice full-length essays and MPTs, and refine your approach based on feedback. If you're struggling with Iowa-specific content or have significant weak areas identified through practice tests, starting earlier (12-16 weeks out) gives you more time to integrate state-specific rules into your muscle memory. Some candidates work with tutors more intensively in the final 4-6 weeks, focusing on timed practice and last-minute review of their most problematic areas—the key is matching the tutoring timeline to your current performance level and identified weak spots.
You should have completed law school and ideally already begun bar prep through a commercial program (like Barbri, Kaplan, or similar) so your tutor can build on foundational knowledge rather than teaching basic legal concepts from scratch. If you're working with a tutor as your primary bar prep resource, you'll need a strong grasp of the seven MBE subjects and familiarity with essay writing fundamentals—your tutor can assess this quickly and adjust accordingly. Prior experience with Iowa law through coursework or practice is helpful but not required; a skilled tutor can teach you Iowa-specific content efficiently if you have solid foundational legal knowledge from law school.
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