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Meg

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5+ years

Meg

Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology
Meg's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Geometry
Learning Differences
Math

My personal path, unique experience, and my life long passion for growth, learning and youth led me to provide academic coaching, parent support and educational consultation to families throughout Atlanta and around the United States.I have a passion for making learning fun and relevant for my stude...

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Georgia State University

Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology

Kim

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kim

Bachelors, Animal Science
Kim's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
Chemistry

I love many things - reading, tea, drumming, my dogs - but I love teaching best. It has been my most rewarding and enjoyable endeavor. As the oldest of 5, helping with homework was a given. When told as a teenager that I'd make a great teacher, I decided being trapped in a room with more kids was no...

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UCONN - Storrs

Bachelors, Animal Science

Sean

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sean

Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology and Immunology
Sean's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Chemistry
College Biology
High School Biology

Until I was a post-doc at Temple Medical, I did not realize my capacity for relating my knowledge of my fields of interest to students and visiting researchers. The enjoyment of helping to shape the minds of those who are up and coming scholars excites me. More so though, it is the exchange of ideas...

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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Temple University

Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology and Immunology

Christabel

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Christabel

Bachelor in Arts, English, Writing
Christabel's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature

I graduated with honors from Wheaton College (IL) with a B.A. in English, Writing and a Certificate in Early Church History. While studying, I worked as a Writing Consultant where I empowered undergraduate and graduate students to write clearly and persuasively and to read their own work with a crit...

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Wheaton College (Illinois)

Bachelor in Arts, English, Writing

Stephanie

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Stephanie

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education State Certified Teacher
Stephanie's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
English

I am a graduate of Washburn University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a focus on special education. After graduation I began teaching in the Gardner/ Edgerton school district. During my five years as an educator, I had the opportunity to teach a variety of grade levels ...

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Washburn University

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education State Certified Teacher

Carolina

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Carolina

Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Carolina's other Tutor Subjects
1st-4th Grade ELA (in Spanish)
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School
Elementary School English

Caring Bilingual (English/Spanish) Elementary School Teacher offering 21 years of experience teaching all subjects to English Language Learners. Passionate about meeting all students' learning needs through various types of teaching. Great strengths in Dual Language instruction and Mathematics.

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Northern Illinois University

Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Katrina

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Katrina

Masters, Biomedical Science
Katrina's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
Genetics
High School Biology

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Kansas Wesleyan University, a Master of Science in Biomedical Science from Barry University, and a Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic. Since earning my doctorate I have enjoyed a successful career as a chiropractor but crave furthe...

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Barry University

Masters, Biomedical Science

Kansas Wesleyan University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Susie

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Susie

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Susie's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math

My name is Susie and I am a recent graduate of Swarthmore College with a special major in biochemistry and minor in psychology. I am currently applying to medical school while working at the NIH for a year. During college, I spent a lot of my time tutoring peers and elementary/middle school children...

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Swarthmore College

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

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Kaitlyn

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kaitlyn

Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
Kaitlyn's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a highly motivated rising Sophomore at UNC Chapel Hill who is looking to help others realize their full potential. Currently, I'm working toward my Bachelors degree with a double major in Business and Public Policy. My senior year of High School I tutored students in various math subjects, and ...

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management

A'Nya

Certified Tutor

2+ years

A'Nya

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
A'Nya's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Study Skills and Organization
ACT Writing
Government
High School Government

Hello! My name is A'Nya and I am a current undergraduate at the University of Chicago. I plan on double majoring in Political Science and English. I have three years of experience tutoring and working with children, so I am more than capable of handling your young scholar.

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University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Frequently Asked Questions

AP Language and Composition is typically a junior or senior course, but some advanced 9th graders take it early to accelerate their AP coursework or strengthen their writing skills. The course focuses on rhetorical analysis, argumentation, and persuasive writing—skills that transfer across all subjects. Taking it in 9th grade gives students extra time to master these foundational writing techniques before tackling more advanced AP courses.

The main hurdles are understanding rhetorical devices and analyzing how authors use them, managing the fast pace of the curriculum, and developing a clear argumentative voice in essays. Many 9th graders also struggle with the AP exam's multiple-choice section, which requires close reading and identifying nuanced claims. Personalized tutoring helps students break down these skills into manageable pieces and build confidence with timed practice.

Tutors work with students to master the three key areas tested: multiple-choice reading comprehension, rhetorical analysis essays, and argumentative writing. They identify specific weak spots—whether it's recognizing ethos/pathos/logos, managing time during essays, or understanding complex passages—and create targeted practice plans. Regular feedback on essay drafts and timed practice tests help students build both skill and test-taking confidence.

The first session is about understanding your student's current level and goals. A tutor will review recent classwork or practice essays, discuss which sections feel most challenging, and identify any gaps in understanding rhetorical concepts. From there, they'll create a personalized plan focused on the areas that need the most work, whether that's essay structure, passage analysis, or test-taking strategy.

With consistent tutoring and practice, students often see noticeable improvement in essay clarity and structure within 3-4 weeks. However, mastering rhetorical analysis and developing a stronger argumentative voice typically takes 8-12 weeks of focused work. The timeline depends on how frequently your student meets with a tutor and how much independent practice they do between sessions.

If your student is taking the exam in May, ideally they should begin focused exam prep by January or February. This gives them time to practice all three sections, take full-length practice tests, and refine their strategies. Starting tutoring earlier in the school year helps build a strong foundation in rhetorical analysis and essay writing, making exam prep more efficient when it begins.

Look for tutors with strong writing backgrounds, experience teaching or tutoring AP Language, and familiarity with the College Board's rubric and exam format. They should be able to provide detailed feedback on essays, explain rhetorical concepts clearly, and help students develop their own analytical voice. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven success helping 9th graders master this challenging course.

The multiple-choice section requires careful reading and the ability to identify an author's purpose, tone, and rhetorical strategies. Tutors teach students to annotate passages effectively, eliminate wrong answers strategically, and manage time so they can answer all questions. Practice with released AP exams and timed drills helps students recognize common question patterns and build the confidence to tackle complex passages quickly.

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