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Mary Emma

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Mary Emma

Masters in Education, Education
Mary's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Level American Literature
Creative Writing
English

I'm a recent graduate from Vanderbilt University, where I obtained my Masters of Education in Learning and Design, and a Bachelors degree from Southwestern University in Education and English.As a young student I found tutors to be immensely helpful in achieving success, so I know how important find...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Education

Southwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Jed

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jed

Masters / Graduate
Jed's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus 1
AP Calculus AB
Math
Pre-Calculus

I have been a full time teacher for over 23 years. I have taught at high school and college. I specialize in teaching Algebra, Statistics, and all type of Calculus. I am grateful for the opportunity to help students form deeper understandings about mathematics. I enjoy helping students see proble...

Education

The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley

Masters / Graduate

University of Texas at Arlington

Masters / Graduate

Southwestern University

Bachelors

Belle

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Belle

Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Belle's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
Astronomy
Basic Computer Literacy
College Application Essays

My name is Belle Jo and I have been teaching Chinese with a public school district for two years. I graduated from college with a degree in political science at 20 years old, hold a certification in Intermediate-Advanced Chinese from the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, and re...

Education

Southwestern University

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Deanna

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Deanna

Masters in Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Deanna's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
English
Math

Hello. I am a Middle School Math teacher. I work with general education students and students with an IEP or 504 plan. Every student is capable of learning math and achieving success. I help students who struggle with math by closing gaps in their learning and helping them understand difficult conce...

Education

Capella University

Masters in Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

Southwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management

Lisa

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Lisa

Bachelors, Education
Lisa's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Arithmetic
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I graduated with my B.A. in Education from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. I have taught both math and science in Texas public schools for the past six years. I have tutored students both one-on-one and in small groups since I was in high school. My tutoring specialty is middle school ...

Education

Southwestern University

Bachelors, Education

Madison

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Madison

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Madison's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
High School Biology
Microbiology

I am a Biology major from Southwestern University. I have always loved studying biology because I love to understand how life works; whether it be a cell, human body, or an ecosystem. My goal as a tutor is to help the student achieve their academic goals and to help the student become a better quest...

Education

Southwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1420
GRE
309
China

Certified Tutor

10+ years

China

Current Grad Student, Global Policy Studies
China's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Mandarin
Essay Editing
Graduate Test Prep
GRE Quantitative

I'm a graduate student at UT Austin's LBJ School of Public Affairs, currently pursuing my master's degree in global policy studies. I have a BA in political science from Southwestern University. After graduation, I studied Mandarin Chinese for a year in Taiwan and then went backpacking through China...

Education

Southwestern University

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

The University of Texas at Austin

Current Grad Student, Global Policy Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1470
GRE
323
Katherine

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Katherine

Undergraduate Degree
Katherine's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Geometry
Algebra 2
Chemistry

I grew up on a small farm in Central Texas, the third daughter of the vocational agriculture teacher at the local high school. The realities of chopping cotton and farm work in general instilled in me the strong desire to excel academically, so that I could get off the farm. With no internet or cabl...

Education

Texas A & M University-College Station

Undergraduate Degree

Southwestern University

Undergraduate Degree

Hessa

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Hessa

Current Undergrad, Psychology
Hessa's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Business
Clinical Psychology
College Level American History

Hello! My name is Hessa Curtis and I am a current undergrad at Southwestern University studying for a BA in Psychology. I graduated 37 in a class of 829 from Duncanville High School in 2012 and was a member of the 2011-12 Academic Decathlon Team. Some of my achievements in this team were a 7380 Regi...

Education

Southwestern University

Current Undergrad, Psychology

Grace

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Grace

Master of Arts, French Studies
Grace's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational French
French
French 1
French 2

I currently teach all levels of high school French in Alamance county. I recently received my Masters in French and Francophone Studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I taught undergraduate French courses in addition to pursuing my own coursework. As a tutor, I work with...

Education

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Master of Arts, French Studies

Southwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, French

Frequently Asked Questions

Tutors who graduated from Southwestern University bring firsthand knowledge of the university's academic culture, course expectations, and teaching styles. They've navigated the same rigorous coursework and can offer insider perspective on how to succeed in specific classes and majors. This shared educational background creates an immediate connection and helps tutors tailor their approach to what actually works at Southwestern.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have demonstrated expertise in their subject areas and a track record of academic success at Southwestern University. These tutors have excelled in the courses they teach and understand the specific rigor and expectations of Southwestern's curriculum. Each tutor is carefully matched to ensure they're the right fit for your learning goals.

Southwestern University alumni tutors work across a wide range of subjects, from core academics like mathematics, sciences, and English to specialized areas like economics, psychology, history, and foreign languages. Because these tutors have completed Southwestern's coursework, they're particularly effective at helping students prepare for upper-level classes and major-specific challenges. Whether you need support in introductory courses or advanced seminars, you can connect with someone who's been through it.

Your first session is designed to build rapport and establish your academic goals. The tutor will assess your current understanding of the material, identify specific challenges, and learn about your learning style. Together, you'll create a personalized plan that leverages the tutor's Southwestern background to help you succeed in your courses.

Yes. Because alumni tutors have taken courses at Southwestern, they understand the specific expectations, grading criteria, and teaching approaches of particular professors and departments. They can help you prepare for exams, understand difficult concepts covered in class, and develop strong study habits that align with how Southwestern professors teach. This targeted knowledge makes their guidance especially valuable for navigating your major.

Personalized tutoring focuses entirely on your needs, pace, and learning style—something that's difficult to achieve in group settings or crowded office hours. Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows it's highly effective because tutors can immediately address misconceptions, adjust explanations on the fly, and spend time on exactly what you're struggling with. When your tutor also knows Southwestern's academic environment, that personalized approach becomes even more powerful.

Varsity Tutors considers your specific subject, course level, learning goals, and preferences to connect you with the right tutor. Since you're looking for someone with Southwestern experience, the matching process prioritizes tutors who graduated from or attended the university and have proven success in the subjects you need help with. You'll be matched with someone who understands both your academic needs and your university's unique culture.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who offer flexible scheduling to fit your busy student life. Whether you need help between classes, late-night study sessions before exams, or weekend prep, you can work with your tutor to find times that work for both of you. This flexibility means you can get support exactly when you need it most.

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