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Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, Speech and Hearing
NYITCOM
Non Degree Doctorals, medicine

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Valerie
I am most passionate about math though, because it can be related to any subject, and because the skills that are developed through mathematical thinking can help create success in other areas. I try to use multiple approaches while teaching, and present ideas as visually and tangibly as possible. O...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Math

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10+ years
Nikki
I am a senior in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eastern Michigan University, and I have been tutoring for about five years, from middle school to early college age students. My hobbies are painting/drawing, playing piano and guitar, and playing with my pet rats and my cat!
Eastern Michigan University
Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

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Andrea
I am a graduate of James Madison University. I double majored in English Literature and Arabic. In college, I started tutoring students of all ages. I assisted them in various areas of study, including essay and Arabic grammar. After college, I worked at a refugee center with children of immigrants....
James Madison University
Bachelors, Arabic and English Literature

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Parker
I am now pursuing a B.S. in computer science as well as a B.A. in studio art, with minors in mathematics and public health. I feel that my artistic practice has shaped my teaching, pushing me to take a creative, non-rigid approach to education -- I believe in working closely with my students to crea...
University of Miami
Current Undergrad, Computer Science, Studio Art

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I am a college professor with over 10 years experience teaching in higher education (and have loved every minute of it). I am an artist, having received my Master of Fine Arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where I also taught Sculpture. I've taught a broad range of topics, ...
Northwestern College
Bachelors, Art

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6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.

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5+ years
I am an aspiring character artist for games and currently work as a prop artist. I received my studio art bachelors in 2018 and a 3D modeling diploma in 2020. I tutor for drawing, digital painting, digital sculpting, 3D modeling and texturing for games. I believe in student-centered learning and pri...
Carleton College
Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts

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Martha
I am a PhD student at the University of Michigan, studying social psychology. Before this, I was at Duke University completing a BS in psychology as well as a MS in global health. My research combines the fields of global health and psychology by examining the effects of culture on self-related psyc...
Duke University
Bachelors, Psychology
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Global Health
Duke University
BS in psychology
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I'm an undergraduate at Brown University with a planned concentration in Health and Human Biology and Visual Art. I have had extensive experience working as a summer camp counselor, teaching at a Mandarin School, working as an SAT Tutor, and tutoring Physics, Biology, and Math at a local high school. I am more than happy to offer college advice and SAT II and AP prep given my experience with the application process!
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I am good at test taking, is my ability to organize information. It's a skill I use both in my academic life, as well as professionally; as a stage manager, it is often my job to take in complicated and conflicting pieces of information (the blocking, a quick change in costumes, changes in a script) and quickly organize that information so that I can convey it to someone else. I enjoy and excel at condensing and re-communicating facts or tasks, so that they become comprehensible to someone who may not understand them the first time around. Hobbies: art, books, photography, reading, music, writing
Hasan
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I am a graduate of Brown University, where I earned my B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts, taking courses in a wide array of subjects ranging from contemporary American fiction to ancient Indian classics. My first teaching experience came in college when I had the privilege of creating and teaching a series of literature courses at a local community center. There are few experiences I find more enriching than facilitating a meaningful dialogue centered around great works of literature and art. While literature and art are my passion, I also tutor in variety of other subjects, including math, science, and test preparation. I currently work as a lead teacher in the after-school program at Archway Classical Academy in Phoenix.
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I'm Ellie, and I am a junior at Yale University studying Biomedical Engineering (pre-med)! I have always considered myself a life-long student, and I strive to make learning exciting and empowering for everyone. On campus, I work as a graphic designer for the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), volunteer EMT, am the Arts Editor for the Yale Scientific Magazine, am the Layout Editor for the Yale Globalist Magazine, conduct autism research in the School of Medicine, and tutor a Differential Equations course to small groups of students weekly. Aside from my passion for science and math, I enjoy writing essays in my literature classes, designing in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and more and also have much experience writing application essays for colleges and jobs!
Kathy
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I'm a recent Duke grad with experience in Resume Writing, Statistics, Mandarin Chinese, Art History, and Math. I'll be available starting in July through August to tutor. In September, I'll be pursuing my Masters Degree in London at the Sotheby's Institute of Art. Hobbies: photography, writing, books, music, painting, art, travel, reading
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I am incredibly excited to dedicate myself to helping students amidst one of the greatest public health crises of our time. I have worked with students at both ends of the academic spectrum on not only traditional classroom subjects but also in a 'future preparation and planning' context. I am passionate about finding the best way for a student to learn and often times that encourages me to get outside of my comfort zone and re-imagine the problems in a way my student can best understand them. I am patient, outgoing, a fast learner and am excited to be a resource for you and/or your student! Hobbies: hiking, outdoors, reading, cooking, music, swimming, writing, art, books
Evan
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I'm a rising senior at Duke University. At Duke, I designed my own major called "Documenting Justice: The Role of Photographic Narratives in Activism." I'm passionate about documentary photography and social movements, and my degree program gives me the wonderful opportunity to study both! Although my course of studies is pretty social sciences/humanities based, I absolutely LOVE math! I was a huge math geek in high school and I love any opportunity I get to spread that enthusiasm for math to other students. Hobbies: photography, reading, music, writing, art, books
Linda
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +20 Subjects
I'm currently a fourth year medical student. I graduated from UCSD with B.S. degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology and a minor in Visual Art. I'm very interested in math and science, as can seen with my educational background. Since I'm currently a student myself, I understand the frustration one can experience when faced with some academic challenges. I'm here to help and hopefully find a better way to overcome these challenges.
Iris
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I'm a recent graduate from the University of Chicago with BAs in Anthropology as well as History and Philosophy of Science. I love to teach about these subjects, and am also eager to tutor writing and study skills! I have experience tutoring students from early childhood to college-age in history, math, English and Spanish. I also have experience copyediting and giving content and structure feedback on student's writing. I would love to work with you!
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AP Studio Art requires students to submit a portfolio of 15-20 works demonstrating sustained inquiry, conceptual development, and technical skill across three components: breadth, concentration, and selected works. A tutor can help you develop a cohesive artistic vision, refine your concentration (a focused series exploring a specific theme or technique), and ensure each piece effectively demonstrates the required skills and conceptual thinking that AP readers look for.
Many students see significant improvements when they receive personalized feedback on their work and develop a more strategic approach to portfolio development. Success depends heavily on your starting point, commitment to creating new pieces, and the consistency of your artistic practice. Tutors help by identifying gaps in technical skill or conceptual development early, giving you time to strengthen weaker areas and refine your strongest work before submission.
Students often struggle with:
- Demonstrating clear conceptual development and artist's intent across their portfolio
- Creating a coherent concentration that shows sustained inquiry and technical growth
- Balancing breadth requirements while maintaining artistic voice
- Time management between creating new pieces and refining existing work
- Writing artist statements that effectively communicate their process and ideas
Personalized tutoring helps address these specific challenges with targeted feedback and strategic planning.
The best AP Studio Art tutors combine strong technical skills in multiple mediums with deep knowledge of AP portfolio requirements and scoring guidelines. Look for someone who can provide constructive critique on your conceptual development (not just technical execution), help you articulate your artistic vision through writing, and guide your portfolio strategy to showcase breadth while developing a focused concentration. Experience with AP-level student work and familiarity with what resonates with AP readers is invaluable.
Most students work on their portfolios throughout the entire AP Studio Art course (typically 9-10 months), creating multiple pieces and refining their strongest work over time. However, if you're starting preparation partway through the year or feel behind, a tutor can help you prioritize which pieces to strengthen, where to focus new creation efforts, and how to maximize your remaining time. The key is consistent practice and intentional feedback—quality matters more than the total number of hours if you're working strategically.
Breadth demonstrates your versatility across different mediums, processes, and ideas, while your concentration shows sustained exploration of a single theme or technique in depth. The strongest portfolios use breadth work to showcase range, then use the concentration to prove mastery and conceptual thinking in a focused area. A tutor can help you plan which pieces serve each purpose, ensure your concentration tells a clear visual story, and make sure breadth pieces feel intentional rather than scattered.
The earlier, the better. If you're just beginning AP Studio Art, a tutor can help you develop strong foundational habits, understand AP expectations from day one, and build toward a competitive portfolio throughout the year. If you're already partway through, a tutor can assess where you stand, identify which pieces are strongest, and help you strengthen weak areas before final submission. Even starting a few months before the deadline can make a meaningful difference in your portfolio's conceptual clarity and technical quality.
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