Award-Winning Tutors from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

My background an experience are helpful in three main areas:(1) I am a native of Puerto Rico, which means my first language is Spanish. Thus, I can help you understand Spanish grammar and improve your conversational skills.(2) I studied Biology, more specifically Immunology, over a period of approximately 10 years. Thus, I can help you understand biological concepts and of course, immunology is my favorite.(3) I have been studying for many years. I performed doctoral and postdoctoral studies in the field of fungal immunology and am now pursuing a Masters in Divinity. So, I have learned a thing or two about study skills!Apart from working and studying, I enjoy having conversations with people from different cultural backgrounds, listening to music, singing, and eating chocolate.

My name is Trevor Octavio, I am 23 years old and will be attending my second year of medical school next fall. I am looking forward to tutoring students either online or in person. I understand that every student has unique learning styles and I seek to incorporate that style into our sessions. It is my goal for the student to reach proficiency in their subject and also enjoy the steps it takes to get there.

Hello, my name is Vaibhav Sharma and I am a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. I majored in neuroscience and chemistry and while I was in college I spent my time volunteering at local hospitals and researching novel neuroscience techniques. I will attend medical school at Geisinger Commonwealth Medical College this fall. Having taken all of the science classes since high school, I know how daunting and hard science material might seem but if taken at a very fundamental level, it is much more logical and simpler than how many high school teachers or college professors make it seem. Thats how I approach tutoring my clients. I try to use practical examples on how the science principles come into play in the real world.

I first began tutoring unofficially my senior year in high school after my physics teacher asked me to help some of his freshman students. It became an incredibly rewarding experience, for these students that I stuck with for nearly the entire school year were able to boost their grade up and feel more confident in their work.Some of my hobbies include playing tennis, hiking, and watching reruns of "Malcolm in the Middle" (my all-time favorite TV show).Currently, I'm a senior at the University of Pittsburgh double majoring in Neuroscience and Spanish and minoring in Chemistry.

Tutoring is something that has been a passion of mine ever since high school. I started tutoring in middle school, working weekends at a company called Kumon, which helps students master English and math. When I got into college, I worked as a tutor teaching students biology and organic chemistry. I was also a teacher's assistant for a freshman biology class. Upon graduation, I decided to work in a charter school as a tutor, helping underprivileged students with high school math. Throughout my journey as a tutor, I have learned and valued the differences between each student. I fully believe that my experiences have battle-tested me to the point where I can look at any student and devise an effective plan to foster improvement. When I tutor, I put 100 percent of myself and treat each student with extreme care. I love nothing more than watching others grow, and knowing that I helped a long the way is the greatest feeling.

I am a recent graduate from University with a BS in Biology and Psychology and a minor in Chemistry. I have a lot of experience tutoring students of all ages from elementary school through college. I really enjoy helping students learn and understand the material in their own away as well as developing study strategies that work for them. I particularly enjoy tutoring students in science-related courses and I believe these subjects can becomes very interesting when taught in the right away.I have taken a number of science classes. I was also a chemistry and ecology tutor for some of the athletes. I spent a semester as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for a genetics course. In addition I spent a few years working in a University research lab that required a good understanding of biology, chemistry, biochemistry and genetics.I have experience tutoring young refugee children ranging in age from kindergarten up through high school. I believe that having a strong understanding of some of the basics and general knowledge of a course will really help you succeed in higher levels of a subject.

Hello! My name is David, and I'm a passionate educator with a B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of Pittsburgh and a recently completed Special Master's Program in Medical Sciences. I specialize in the sciences and standardized test prep, leveraging my own recent experiences with rigorous academic programs and the MCAT to guide my students. I believe that anyone can master difficult subjects with the right strategy, and I work closely with each student to develop personalized study systems that prioritize long-term understanding over short-term memorization.

I am currently a 2L at Arizona State University which has been ranked in the top 25 of US news rankings for a few years. I have tutored almost 100 students through the varsity tutors platform of all backgrounds and scores. I primarily tutor the Logic Games and Logical Reasoning section, as they were my best when I was studying. I was able to consistently get 0 or 1 questions wrong in both sections and have repeated that as recently as last summer. I was a philosophy major at University of Pittsburgh which has helped tremendously with breaking down arguments and understanding conditional logic. Since I am currently in law school, I have recent first hand experience with the application process and being a law school student both of which I would be happy to answer questions about. I typically have a structured approach when tutoring that focuses on understanding what each question type wants out of an answer. However I have tutored students successfully who have adopted different approaches from all the other LSAT courses and study guides out there.

I am a current undergraduate student at the University of Pittsburgh. I am studying Applied Mathematics, with a concentration in Theoretical Statistics and World History. I currently tutor other undergrad students at the tutoring center on campus and have been doing so for the last five months. I enjoy tutoring students in a wide range of subjects, but I have the most fun tutoring students in Calculus 1 and College Algebra. I believe that earning a high score on homework assignments and exams is important, but being able to see a student firmly understand a concept is where I gain my most enjoyment. In my free time, I enjoy going to the gym, reading, and playing video games with my friends.

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 and perspectives that drives me to continue pursuing mentorship.

I am passionate about helping students because I think that learning is important and that every student should have the opportunity to succeed. I personally loved going to school and learning and want to help other students love learning by finding approaches that work for them!I have mentored students in Middle School for the past 4 years through a local program. Through this program, I started to realize how much I enjoyed working with students to help them achieve their goals. I recently was chosen to help facilitate a local chapter of the Girls Who Code club and will be working with students from 6 - 12th grade to help to teach coding and foster an innovative mindset.I attended the University of Pittsburgh and hold a B.S. in Computer Science. I am currently working towards getting my Master's in Computer Science.I tutor for Math, Science, and Computer Science.I really enjoy helping students with Math. I personally have always loved Math but understand that not everyone feels that way! I like to help people also enjoy Math.My teaching/tutoring style relies on getting to know the student and incorporating their interests into the subject area (if possible). This helps to engage the student and make connections to things in which they are already interested.Outside of academia, I work full-time as a Software Developer and also assist my employer with corporate training for software products. I enjoy getting to spend time mentoring local middle schoolers and volunteering with non-profits in the area.

I am currently attending the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. I have experience tutoring children as small as 3 years of age to 18 year olds in a variety of different subjects. Whether it be tutoring someone in reading comprehension or math or biology, one thing is clear: Learning is easy, as long as you are interested and motivated. All you have to do is stay determined and keep thinking, "I CAN DO THIS!"

I graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science in 2020. I then attended the University of Pittsburgh, earning a Master of Science in Sports Medicine. During my time at Pitt, I gained invaluable experience as a teaching assistant for both graduate and undergraduate courses. My time as a teaching assistant, in conjunction with my 6 years of volleyball coaching experience, has facilitated my desire to become a tutor. I enjoy forming relationships with individuals while helping them achieve their full potential.

I am a Live Artist, critical writer, and poet. I hold a BA in English Writing with an emphasis on poetry from the University of Pittsburgh. In September 2014, I successfully completed an MA in Performance & Visual Practices from the University of Brighton, UK. From 2007-2013, I taught full time conversational English classes at a public middle school in Seoul, South Korea. While I am comfortable tutoring a range of subjects, I am most passionate about Critical & Cultural Theory, Creative & Critical Writing, Performance Studies, and Theatre. Any subjects or areas involving the arts and culture are of particular interest to me. Teaching is about sharing, so my personal style reflects my work and interests. I am a lifelong learner and view education as an opportunity through which to grow. In my free time, I love to read nonfiction, visit galleries, cook spicy Korean food for my friends, practice foreign languages, and travel.

I am a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh. I am double majoring in Economics and History and Philosophy of Science and minoring in Legal Studies. Throughout my high school career, I was part of National Honor Society, where I gained much of my tutoring experience. I have tutored students of all ages, from elementary school to high schoolers.My hobbies include playing soccer and playing piano. I love working with children, especially when it involves these two activities. I have helped younger students learn piano and I've assistant coached a youth soccer team. These experiences have all helped better my tutoring abilities and find new strategies for tutoring.

I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelors Degree and major in Molecular Biology and Global Studies. For four years I volunteered and worked tutoring elementary, middle school, high school and college students in math, biology and chemistry. In my tutoring sessions, I tailor my method of teaching to each students learning needs. I provide my students the confidence they need to understand the material and develop successful learning skills that will help them in their learning experience and beyond. In my free time, I love to read, dance and learn new languages. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be a part of your learning experiences.

University of Pittsburgh graduate with a bachelor's in music composition and a minor in Italian. I'm particularly passionate about teaching math, music, and language. I've enjoyed teaching students of all ages and levels and look forward to helping you accomplish your goals!

Come to me with a specific question you have in a subject, a more general or overarching problem you're experiencing in a class, or the will to get ahead in a class, and I promise you that together we will achieve your goals.Out of all the tutors out there, why should you pick me? Well, for the past five years, I have been a tutor in a wide range of capacities delivering my services to an even broader range of students. The experience I hold not only as a tutor but also as a regenerative-medicine lab member help to me take a problem and rip it apart until I find my solution. I will not only help you resolve any problem you are facing, but also provide you the skills so you can resolve all similar issues in the future on your own. I am not like other tutors. I will use common ground to help make our step-by-step process relatable, and from there I'll use examples, similar problems, analogies, and repetition to make sure that you can tutor other students in the specified problem-area.I look forward to meeting and working with you. ~Nish

I am studying to become an Aerospace Engineer. I previously attended The University of Pittsburgh for Mechanical Engineering. I will attend The University of Colorado at Boulder for aerospace this upcoming fall.I am very knowledgeable in Math and Science. Particularly, I am fluent in Calculus, Physics, and Statics to name a few. I will be more than happy to tutor in any subject listed on my profile.Other than academics, some of my hobbies include hockey, golf, music (particularly hip hop), and spending time at the observatory, to name a few. I am easily approachable, so feel free to contact me if you think I can assist you.

I am an undergraduate student at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Computer Science. I have experience in tutoring friends with work in their classes and am strong in math. I will try to get the student to understand topics by showing them multiple ways to get to the solution!

Hi, I'm Erica, and I've been tutoring and teaching for over ten years. I love teaching Chemistry because it allows us to look at the fabric of the Universe! With just a few useful tools (Your Handy Dandy Periodic Table), you'll be ready to tackle all kinds of problems with success and ease.My experience and background includes a B.S. in Chemistry, Undergraduate teaching as well as a Masters of Arts in Teaching (Secondary Science Education) and over five years as a Chemistry instructor at an independent college prep high school. I worked as an undergraduate tutor, tutor at a large learning center, and one-on-one private tutoring for many years. I love to adapt my teaching method to fit my student's needs! If you like a simple, organized approach to learning, and enjoy a conversation around your studies we will make a great fit!

I started tutoring my junior year at the Franklin and Marshall College Writing Center after submitting three writing samples and undergoing an extensive interview process. During my two years as a tutor, I assisted my fellow students with various writing assignments across multiple disciplines. My skills span the many stages of the writing process: from brainstorming for ideas to evaluating the logic of an argument to checking for grammar and spelling.From this experience I know that the hallmark of a great tutor is the ability to listen first before asking a multitude of questions. This philosophy allows for the pupil to show his or her understanding of the assignment and subject matter before the tutor makes any assumptions. As a result, the tutor can tailor an individual strategy for each student that targets specific needs or areas for improvement.I would welcome the opportunity to work with you on improving your writing as well as instructing you in the social sciences, including all levels of US and European history. And when we're done with our session, I'd be happy to tell you more about my other passions - my family, baseball, and traveling.

I'm a college student majoring in Chemistry interested in helping students of all ages reach their full potential. I help students understand the material by presenting real-world examples and working through practice problems.

My favorite quote is from one of my favorite children's book, Anne of Green Gables. "Tomorrow is fresh with no mistakes in it." Every day as teachers we have the chance to enhance the lives of our students. They may not have gotten a concept one day- but suddenly, you can see the light bulb go off, and there is no better feeling. I currently teach 3rd grade at a school in Cleveland. My favorite unit in reading is an author study on Mo Willems( the author of Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus!) We are getting ready for our unit end puppet show. Math is fun when we do our fraction unit! Cutting pizza and candy bars into halves/thirds or whatever and then getting to eat it! My favorite subject to teach is writing!When I am not teaching, I am the day camp director for a country club in our area. We spend our days golfing, swimming, having martial arts, and my personal favorite, Iron Chef.I am so excited to be working with you!

I earned a BA in Philosophy and Italian Literature form the University of Pittsburgh and an MS in Logic and Computation from Carnegie Mellon University. I have taught and served as a teaching assistant for undergraduate level courses in philosophy at both Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pennsylvania. This gives me first-hand knowledge of what level of academic excellence is expected at some of the best universities in the country. All of these courses, with the exception of logic, required students to write essays. A substantial portion of my time was dedicated to helping students improve their academic writing. This experience taught me the most common problems students encounter in academic writing including lack of clarity, redundancy, the inability to structure an argument, and the most common spelling and grammar mistakes. It also forced me to develop ways of getting students to identify and correct these errors. This involved spending a lot of individual time with students and helping them through the revision process. The most important aspect of this was getting them to see that writing is a process. This understanding generally made them more patient and open to feedback.Philosophy and logic are both exceptionally abstract subjects. Teaching them to undergraduates requires patience and the ability to explain things as simply as possible. It is also important to recognize the signs of confusion. Students do not always tell you when they are confused (and sometimes they themselves do not think they are confused), and so it is vital to maintain interaction with students and to continually check for understanding. I thoroughly enjoyed the challenges of teaching, and I always conveyed my enthusiasm for the subject and the learning process. This is vital to maintain students' motivation and to keep their attention. For my efforts, I was nominated by my students for the Graduate Student Teaching Award at Penn.Since that time, I have continued teaching as a private tutor in English, Writing, Italian, and Philosophy. I have also edited countless undergraduate essays. I particularly enjoy helping students with the writing process. It is extremely satisfying to aid in the development of an important lifelong skill.When I am not tutoring, I enjoy cooking. I am particularly interested in traditional methods of food processing from all over the world. Many of my favorite recipes have been given to me by my students. My other great love is travel. I have lived in Europe and travel often to Italy where I have family.

My name is Lena Constable and I am a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh, with degrees in Environmental Science and Political Science and a focus in American Politics. This fall I will be attending Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University hoping to attain my JD and pursue a career practicing environmental law.My experience as a Undergraduate Teaching Assistant has prepared me to help students working on personal statements for college and graduate school. This technical writing experience has provided me the skills to help student gain confidence in their writing skills as I have worked to teach undergraduates creative, technical, and professional writing technics. Beyond having experience with essay editing and writing I have worked one-on-one with student to develop their job application materials this being LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and cover letters. The job application process can be intimidating but with my experience working with students a little guidance can go a long way in making students feel confident in applying to positions they are qualified for and hopefully one day get their dream job. Lastly, as a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a major in environmental science I have become an expert in environmental science related materials and would love to help students navigate the material in AP Environmental Science as well as other related classes.

I've worked as a tutor for about 8 years. I have a BS in Biology, BA in Political Science, and minors in Chemistry and Studio Arts. I'll be attending medical school in the fall.

I want to ease the road to success for the many bright students that may have a bumpy start. It may take some time, but I know from experience that hard work definitely pays off in the end; nevertheless, it does not have to be as dull as it is made out to be. Learning can be efficient and interesting if done correctly, and I can help guide this path.

Hello, I'm excited to be here and to help you with your questions and topics in areas such as: business, finance, accounting, MS office, and project management. I enjoy learning and teaching. I'm here to help you go where you want to go.

I am a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh. Currently, I'm studying in a 5 year dual-degree, dual certificate program called CASE (Combined Accelerated Studies in Education) to receive a bachelor's in Applied Developmental Psychology, a master's in education, a teaching certificate in PK-4th General Education, and a teaching certificate in PK-8th Special Education. I am also a Spanish minor and completing my certificate in Children's Literature. My future plan is to become an elementary teacher. I am well-versed in biology, psychology, English/writing, reading, elementary mathematics, and ACT test prep. Most of my previous tutoring experience has been in writing/reading test prep for high school aged students.I work as a teacher's helper at a local school during the school year and nanny two elementary age girls during the summer. I love using creative and inventive activities to teach students!

I have been tutoring since I was in high school in a variety of subjects and I have a great passion for helping others understand ideas. A love of teaching and learning has been with me for quite a few years and I look forward to teaching and learning. When I'm not tutoring, I like to play ultimate frisbee and ukelele.

Hello! My name is Mark. I grew up in Pennsylvania and was a Biology major at the University of Pittsburgh where I graduated Summa cum Laude. In college, I tutored peers, was involved with a mentoring program in the sciences, and was a teaching assistant in Biology. Since graduating I've taught Chemistry and Biology labs, classical piano, and adult GED and ESL courses. In the past three years I have done test prep for the ACT and the GRE extensively, and know both tests inside and out.I'm easy going, mesh well with most anyone, and have been told I have a knack for making myself understood. I've had the chance to work with kids as young as five learning piano to adults late in life who just want to finish their high school education or learn English. I love the diversity and challenge that comes with working with a variety of human beings. I'm always looking to learn something new and I love nothing more than to pass my knowledge on to others.

I teach AP English Language and high school Social Studies. My deepest passion is writing. I began tutoring English and Spanish when I was in high school and continued through college and graduate school. I have tutored grade school, high school, and college students, and love seeing the "lightbulb" moments after the weeks of hard work. During my student teaching, I worked with my U.S. History students and saw their grades improve by as much as two letter grades in a few weeks of applied practice. I enjoy working with all students, including those with 504 plans and IEPs.

I am a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with Bachelor's degrees in both Mathematics and Finance. As the second oldest of six kids, I have spent most of my life helping siblings with homework and adapting to different academic comfort levels. I am passionate about education and math has always been my favorite subject. I believe that learning should be fun and that there are many ways to learn the same thing, it is all about finding what works for you! I have seen too many people think that math is not for them, but I thoroughly believe it can be accessible for everyone with the right help and understanding. I have tutored friends, family, and peers for the past nine years and have developed an appreciation for creative teaching from experiencing so many different learning styles. Calculus is my favorite discipline within math, and I very much enjoy providing specialized tutoring to support success in standardized tests such as the SAT and GMAT. In all subjects, I like to teach confidence and a calm approach to problem solving rather than memorizing facts or formulas. Outside of my academic pursuits, I enjoy cooking, exercising, playing basketball, and staying up to date on world events

I was born and raised in Hong Kong, and I currently live in Pittsburgh, PA. I have a BA in Rhetorical Communication from University of Pittsburgh, and I will return to Pitt in August 2016 to pursue a Master of Health Administration (MHA). My day job is Patient Advocate for Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, but my evening job is teaching Cantonese. I have taught Cantonese since 2014.Teaching Cantonese is very important to me because I love sharing my language and culture with others, and I feel very fulfilled from helping students learn a new language. I have two philosophies when teaching Cantonese: 1) practice makes perfect, 2) listen and watch. I believe Cantonese students become successful when they use these two philosophies to learn the tones, unique sounds, and complex phrases.My interests are in public health and hospital administration. I am more than happy to share or give advice about working in the health field. Outside of work, I am the Children's Ministries leader at my church and a Red Cross disaster services volunteer. In terms of hobbies, I like to play the piano and read superhero comic books.

I received my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Culture and Linguistics and K-12 Teaching Certification in Spanish from the University of Pittsburgh. I received my Master in Education from St. Mary's University of Minnesota and then moved back to Pittsburgh to earn my Pre K-12 Principal Certification from the University of Pittsburgh as well as my Doctoral Degree this past summer. I have extensive knowledge of Hispanic culture - and a passion for the music of Latin America. I have utilized my Spanish-speaking skills not only to teach in a K-12 school setting, but also as an interpreter in the military. I took advantage of many opportunities while serving in the Navy and Army reserves to use my Spanish speaking skills in many medical clinics in Central America. With regard to tutoring, I enjoy working with all age groups. I have tutored students from the middle school level to the college level. I have tutored Spanish to NFL players as well as Italian to high school-aged students. I believe that learning another language is a very rewarding journey. As a native speaker of Italian, I can attest to the fact that learning about the culture is imperative to learning the language including history, food, music, customs, etc. Hence, as I tutor second languages, I am always sure to include information about these topics to maintain interest and increase knowledge.In my free time, I am an avid outdoorsman. I enjoy fishing, hunting, and boating. My favorite sport to watch on television is NHL hockey. I also play several instruments including the guitar and Venezuelan cuatro. I also have a supportive wife and five great children with different learning needs which helps me to relate to all types of learners.

I have been working with children and teaching a variety of subjects and ages for about fifteen years. I became a certified K-12 French teacher after graduating from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and I recently got my Master of Education from the University of Pittsburgh. During my time at IUP I studied abroad in Nancy, France and completed an internship teaching English to elementary school French students. I have taught French ranging from introductory levels to CHS (college in high school) and have tutored French students of all ages in basic vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and more. While at Pitt, I worked on acquisition of language, including some course work and tutoring in English as a Second Language.In addition to French, I was a fifth grade teacher for three years, where I taught subjects such as math, history, geography, literature, language arts, spelling, and writing. I have worked with students on problem-solving and test-prep specifically in math and language arts.I love working one-on-one with students and discovering the individual differences that exist within each learner. I pride myself in treating my students with patience, professionalism, and most importantly, respect. I consider myself to be a lifelong learner and strive to pass my love of learning along to my students.

Hi! My name is Gabby! I am currently a rising senior at the University of Pittsburgh. I am a double major double minor student pursuing law school and I love to help others. I have experience tutoring at my university, and joined Varsity as a way to help more people achieve academic success!

I am a freshman in college who is eager to help anyone in any of the subjects that I am qualified to tutor in! I took all honors, AP and IB classes throughout my high school career and have received my IB Diploma. Therefore, I would be interested in helping out any student who is struggling or needs further assistance particularly in those types of classes. However, I am willing to work with any motivated student who is willing to learn and I will try my best to do what I can to help you succeed.

Education: University of Pittsburgh, BSNWork Experience:UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (Acute/Critical cardiac floor)Critical Care Dialysis RN - travelling caring for unstable/ICU nephrology patientsUPMC Hillman Cancer CenterI look forward to helping novice nurses grow and find their passion in healthcare. I have a lot of ICU background and currently I'm working toward my oncology certification.I believe every student learns/studies differently and I want to help you find what strategy works best for you. The program I create for you will be geared towards your needs/strengths. My goal for you is to leave each of our sessions feeling confident in yourself, the topics we review, and gain some new study techniques. Whether you are studying for your NCLEX, or are still a nursing student trying to tackle next week's big, exam, I'm here to help!I look forward to meeting you soon!