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Pallavi

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Pallavi

Master's in Biology
Pallavi's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Biology
6th-12th Grade Physics
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math

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...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Master's in Biology

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration)

Karista

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Karista

Doctor of Philosophy, Environmental Science
Karista's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
6th-12th Grade Chemistry
6th-12th Grade AP Chemistry

I am now an independent contractor and science writer. Some of my work is on my website, www.karistahudelson.com. I am passionate about education and truly enjoy helping students with science and math courses. I have tutored for undergraduate level chemistry, algebra, and biology courses and taught ...

Education

University of North Texas

Master of Science, Environmental Science

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

University of Windsor

Doctor of Philosophy, Environmental Science

Emily

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Emily

Master of Science, Education
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
Calculus
Algebra

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Education

Johns Hopkins University

Master of Science, Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Mariam

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mariam

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Mariam's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
Statistics
Calculus
Education

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1470
ACT
32
Ritu

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ritu

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Ritu's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
1st-12th Grade Geography
6th-12th Grade AP Geography
Education

UNC Chapel Hill

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Brittany

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Brittany

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Brittany's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Biology
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
Calculus
Algebra
Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Jane

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jane

Current Undergrad Student, English
Jane's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a current student at Princeton University, obtaining a major in English with minors in Environmental Studies and Musical Theater. I graduated from Sewickley Academy in 2016 as a member of the Cum Laude Society with highest honors for all semesters. I am an AP Scholar with Honors, an Academic Al...

Education

Princeton University

Current Undergrad Student, English

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Anna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Anna

Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning
ACCUPLACER Language Use

With each of my experiences working with children my passion for education has grown. I first came to Austin to work with a Spanish literacy intervention program through Americorps called A Community for Education (ACE). After my service with ACE I taught at a dual language (Spanish-English) school ...

Education

Oberlin College

Bachelors, Comparative American Studies

The University of Texas at Austin

Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Deborah

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Deborah

Master of Arts, English
Deborah's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
ACT Writing
Business
Business Writing

My MA in English with a concentration in Rhetoric and Composition, together with my MA in Adult Education and Continuing Education, qualified me to have a stellar forty-three-year career as a full-time college professor predominately in the University System of Georgia. I have successfully instructe...

Education

Georgia State University

Master of Arts, English

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Master of Arts, Adult and Continuing Education

University of Georgia

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Deborah

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Deborah

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Deborah's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Geometry
Math

Hi. I love math and I love teaching math. I am a state certified high school math teacher. I have 31 years of classroom experience. I currently teach Pre-Calculus and AP Statistics.

Education

Clark Atlanta University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

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Katherine

ACT Science Tutor • +32 Subjects

Hi, my name is Katherine and I've been tutoring in various capacities since 2012. Although I'm currently studying Computer Science at Swarthmore College, I have expertise in a number of subject areas and I'd love to help you out.

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Samantha

10th Grade Reading Tutor • +119 Subjects

I believe every student has a unique learning skill set and every teacher continues to learn from her students. To ensure every student receives the best tutoring, I strive to offer excellent communication and a diverse set of teaching skills.I obtained my Bachelor in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater where I double majored in International Business and French. I also obtained my paralegal certificate and minored in Legal Studies. After my undergraduate program, I earned my Juris Doctorate from Vermont Law School where I specialized in International Environmental Treaties. I also obtained my certificate in Comparative Legal Systems.I began working as a child care provider in 1998 and continued until I graduated from Law School. I also worked as a para-educator for down-syndrome children in Vermont public schools. For the past four years, I have taught at the collegiate level. I have taught many subjects including legal research and writing, political science, professional development, college career and success, sociology, computer science, English, ethics, and accounting.Besides my formal education, I have a diverse arts background, including Voice, French Horn, and Dance. I enjoy many sports including ice skating, hiking, skiing, and biking. I am currently learning photography. Lastly, I am an avid volunteer in my community. In particular, I provide event management, planning, and fundraising support to Animal Aid, the Girl Scouts, Well Arts, and Humane Educators Reaching Teachers (HEART).From this diverse background, I offer tutoring in English, Literature, Accounting, French, Voice, Elementary and Middle School Math, Phonics, Political Science, Legal Studies, LSAT Prep, Study Skills, Science, and Public Speaking.For my full work history and credential, please feel free to visit my LinkedIn page at: www.linkedin.com/pub/samantha-balmes/50/326/a0a/

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Christopher

Algebra Tutor • +7 Subjects

I am a current student at Rutgers University on track to major in Electrical Engineering. I tutor a wide range of math from elementary level up to high school and college. This range includes algebra, trigonometry, pre-calc and calculus. I have had many experiences through my high school and outside work at kumon learning centers in tutoring. I love helping students not only learn the material themselves, but being able to know it well enough that they can teach it themselves, achieving my goal of getting students to work autonomously without required help. The many interests I have outside of the classroom includes playing basketball, running, video games, and computer programming.

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Jerry

ACT Writing Tutor • +2 Subjects

Hey, I enjoy teaching math, computer science, and the SAT! Contact me if you are interested in these.

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Amy

College English Tutor • +13 Subjects

I have a B.A. in French and a diploma in Business French from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Paris. I also speak Greek, Italian, and Spanish.I have worked as a private tutor in the area of foreign languages, essay writing, and a variety of other subjects for more than a decade. In that time, I have witnessed the difficulties many students have when learning something that seems unfamiliar, uninteresting, or just makes no sense. Seeing this, I believe it is my responsibility to be a positive influence by ensuring that all my students do well and understand the material. For example, with French, I always give them a brief English grammar lesson beforehand which helps tremendously boost their confidence level as the foreign gradually becomes familiar.I am truly excited about working with students and encouraging them to excel. There is nothing more gratifying than seeing a student conquer his/her fears and expressing him/herself in a way he/she never thought possible. I work with each student’s specific needs in a patient yet firm manner. I also exhibit determination, empathy, and humor to make learning an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Most importantly, I am personable and understanding and believe that brings me closer to helping my students.In my free time, I love cooking Mediterranean/Greek cuisine and would love to open a restaurant one day. I also write poetry, short stories, etc. and am currently working on my first novel. Lastly, I adore knitting and crocheting cute, fashionable clothes and accessories for girls.

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Gabrielle

AP Biology Tutor • +25 Subjects

I am recent graduate of Binghamton University, with a Bachelor of Sciences in Biology. I am deeply committed to the value of education, and believe that learning is a gift and an opportunity for growth that should be available to everyone. For this reason, I am passionate about tutoring and helping students, so that everyone is able to not only do well in school, but to fall in love with learning in the process. Anyone can enrich themselves through learning. This is the foundation of my teaching philosophy: in addition to emphasizing results and academic achievement, I believe it is integral to find an individual approach to each student and to focus first and foremost on teaching students to study in a way that is effective and engaging. I tutor elementary, middle, and high school students in all subjects. In my free time, I like to go running, practice dance, learn new languages, and play ping-pong.

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Julie

Languages Tutor • +4 Subjects

I am a graduate of LaSalle University in Mexico City. I received my Bachelor of Science degree inBusiness Administration with a focus on management. I am also a certifiedteacher of Spanish. Since graduation I have worked in Human Resources and I havealso been tutoring children and adults in private and public schools, as wellas online. I am very enthusiastic about teaching my native language because Ifeel that in that way I am enriching my students' education and experiences inlearning aspects of another culture. One area where we seem to have the mostfun is prepping for exams and writing assignments. I am a firm proponent ofeducation, and as a tutor, my approach is based on each of my students'level of proficiency, their goals, and their learning pace. I focus on providinga pleasant and safe experience for my students. I prepare lesson plans that arecreative and introduce new topics in a fun way, spending enough time reviewingthe material. Afterwards, I allow students time to practice on their own. I encourage you to contact me to schedule so togetherwe can start achieving your goals

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Anna

ACT Writing Tutor • +27 Subjects

I honestly love tutoring. While working in finance and publishing over the past decade, I have independently tutored students from many premiere NY and NJ high schools and universities. I continued tutoring even after joining a major private equity firm because of how much I enjoy working one-on-one with students. Breaking down seemingly complex subjects is one of my favorite pastimes--it's part of the reason I also enjoy writing about arcane financial topics like quanto spreads on sovereign CDS. I've also developed a newfound respect for the challenges students face when undergoing years of testing after developing my own study plan to pass the first two CFA exams (I'm taking the third exam in June). This experience has shaped how I work with students to tackle test-taking anxiety and master difficult material quickly.I have both a BA and MA in English from New York University.

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Catherine

Algebra Tutor • +15 Subjects

Hello! My name is Catherine Raj and I am a second-year medical student at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. I graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Neuroscience in 2022. Since 2015, I have tutored children from ages 3-16 in areas of math and reading, as well as their school curriculum. Apart from tutoring here, I have worked for the Kumon Learning Center as a teaching instructor for 5 years. While I am certified to tutor a broad range of subjects, I have years of experience with tutoring young children in math and reading, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, phonics, reading comprehension, and much more. I connect with elementary and middle school students very well, as I believe in understanding children in order to give them a fulfilling tutoring experience. I also very much enjoy tutoring pre-algebra and algebra as those are my favorite math subjects, as well as my best! My students and I have always had a deeper level of understanding beyond the books and I pride my style of teaching on that aspect.

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Grace

ACCUPLACER Arithmetic Tutor • +22 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pre-AP Biology is an introductory course designed to prepare students for AP Biology by building strong foundational knowledge in cellular processes, genetics, evolution, and ecology. It emphasizes deeper understanding and scientific reasoning compared to standard Biology courses, introducing students to the analytical skills and lab practices they'll encounter in AP-level coursework.

The main differences include more rigorous problem-solving, emphasis on data analysis and interpretation, and exposure to the College Board's AP curriculum framework. Pre-AP Biology moves at a faster pace and requires stronger quantitative and critical thinking skills than regular Biology.

Many students struggle with several key areas in Pre-AP Biology:

  • Conceptual understanding: Grasping abstract concepts like enzyme kinetics, cellular respiration, and photosynthesis requires connecting molecular processes to larger biological systems
  • Data analysis: Interpreting graphs, tables, and experimental results—a critical skill for AP success
  • Vocabulary retention: The sheer volume of scientific terminology can feel overwhelming without effective learning strategies
  • Lab report writing: Communicating scientific findings clearly and following proper experimental design protocols
  • Math application: Using calculations in genetics problems, dilution series, and statistical analysis

Personalized tutoring helps students identify which concepts are truly holding them back and develop targeted strategies to overcome these obstacles.

A tutor can provide personalized 1-on-1 instruction that addresses your specific learning gaps rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach. This is particularly valuable in Pre-AP Biology, where understanding foundational concepts is critical for avoiding cascading confusion later in the course.

Expert tutors can:

  • Break down complex topics (photosynthesis, meiosis, evolution) into digestible explanations using analogies and visual models
  • Help you develop effective note-taking and study strategies suited to how you learn best
  • Guide you through practice problems and data analysis questions with immediate feedback
  • Prepare you for the transition to AP Biology by introducing AP-style multiple choice and free-response questions
  • Build confidence by working through challenging concepts in a low-pressure, judgment-free environment

The amount of tutoring needed depends on your current understanding, goals, and learning pace. Some students benefit from weekly sessions throughout the year to stay on track and deepen understanding, while others focus on intensive tutoring before major exams or when tackling particularly challenging units.

Starting early—ideally at the beginning of the school year or when you first notice struggling with concepts—allows you to build strong foundations rather than playing catch-up later. Regular, consistent tutoring sessions (even once weekly) are typically more effective than cramming before tests. If you're preparing for AP Biology in the following year, tutoring in the latter half of Pre-AP Biology can help ensure you're truly ready for the next level.

The best Pre-AP Biology tutors combine strong subject knowledge with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly. Look for tutors who:

  • Have experience with Pre-AP and AP Biology curriculum and understand the specific rigor level you need
  • Can explain the 'why' behind concepts, not just the 'what'—helping you build true understanding rather than memorization
  • Are skilled at identifying your specific learning style and adapting their teaching accordingly
  • Have experience with data analysis, lab reports, and the types of questions you'll encounter
  • Create a comfortable learning environment where you feel confident asking questions without judgment

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who meet these criteria and can provide personalized instruction tailored to your needs and goals.

Practice questions and tests are essential for Pre-AP Biology success. They help you move beyond passive reading to actively applying concepts, identify knowledge gaps before actual exams, and build familiarity with question formats you'll encounter on assessments and eventually on AP Biology.

Effective practice involves more than just doing problems—it requires reviewing incorrect answers, understanding why you missed them, and adjusting your approach. A tutor can guide your practice strategy, helping you focus on the most impactful problems, pacing your practice effectively over time, and teaching you to analyze questions strategically. This targeted approach is far more valuable than randomly working through hundreds of problems.

Grade improvement depends on your starting point, effort level, and consistency with tutoring. Students who actively engage in tutoring sessions and apply what they learn typically see meaningful progress—sometimes within a few weeks if they're targeting specific weak areas before an upcoming test, or more substantially over a semester as foundational understanding deepens.

The most realistic expectation is steady, sustainable improvement as you build stronger conceptual understanding and develop effective study habits. Rather than dramatic overnight changes, you'll likely notice growing confidence in class discussions, better performance on problem sets and quizzes, and improved ability to tackle challenging concepts independently. Consistent tutoring throughout a unit tends to yield better long-term results than cramming before major exams.

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