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Award-Winning 7th Grade AP English Language Tutors serving Mission Viejo, CA

Maurice

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Maurice

Masters, Communication
Maurice's other Tutor Subjects
AP German Language and Culture
Conversational German
German
German 1

I am a native of Germany, and I lived there for over 10 years. I speak, read, and write the language fluently, and I completed my bachelor's degree in German with a minor in French and Linguistics in 2010. I have previous experience in tutoring fellow students during my degree, and I have experience...

Education

Angelo State University

Masters, Communication

Angelo State University

Bachelors, German

Shana

Certified Tutor

Shana

Masters, Bilingual Elementary Education (1-6)
Shana's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
College English

Greetings! My name is Shana Cloud and I am looking forward to working with students eager to achieve.I graduated cum laude from the Horace Mann School in Bronx, NY in 2002, Harvard University in 2006 with a B.A. in Sociology, and from Pace University in 2008 with an MS Ed in bilingual elementary edu...

Education

Pace University-New York

Masters, Bilingual Elementary Education (1-6)

Harvard University

Bachelors, Sociology

Edwin

Certified Tutor

Edwin

Bachelors, chemistry education
Edwin's other Tutor Subjects
7th-8th Grade Science
Astronomy
Ecology
High School Chemistry

Tutoring is a great opportunity for me to continue to pursue a mission of education and providing a venue for anyone to receive help in understanding science. I believe science literacy is incredibly important in our modern society. I have ten years of experience teaching middle school science and a...

Education

University of Delaware

Bachelors, chemistry education

Laura

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Laura

Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am currently a first year graduate student at Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health working towards my Masters in Public Health in environmental health sciences. For my undergraduate, I attended Fordham University and received a Bachelors degree in both biology and anthropology. I know how di...

Education

Fordham University

Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Justin

Certified Tutor

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
American Literature

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St Louis

Bachelor in Arts, Physics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33
Marina

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Marina

Bachelor in Arts, Education
Marina's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math

I am a college grad from National Louis University with a bachelor's in Applied Educational Studies with a minor in science and concentration in education. I am pursuing my certification for Early Childhood and Elementary Education in a post-baccalaureate program at National Louis University, which ...

Education

National Louis University

Bachelor in Arts, Education

Christine

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christine

Master of Science, Behavior Disorders and Director Special Education
Christine's other Tutor Subjects
5th-9th Grade Reading
5th-9th Grade Writing
Adult Literacy
Business

I am aware of students' emotional, social, psychological and physical development as well as their cognitive growth. I have degrees in Regular and Special Education and have worked as a Teacher and Special Education Administrator in suburban and inner city school systems, for more than 30 years. I w...

Education

Clark Atlanta University

Master of Science, Behavior Disorders and Director Special Education

Morris Brown

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Ndidi-Amaka

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ndidi-Amaka

Bachelors, Psychology
Ndidi-Amaka's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
College Algebra

I am a recent medical school graduate currently taking a research year. I used to tutor with Varsity Tutors before matriculating into medical school, and coming back to assist my fellow medical professionals with USMLE tutoring feels like somewhat of a homecoming. During my time with students, I fee...

Education

University of Georgia

Bachelors, Psychology

Grant

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Grant

Bachelor in Arts, English
Grant's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
College English

For the past two years, I've been working with students from my university honors college to help improve their writing. My favorite part of the job is the variety of it: each day brings a different topic, a different assignment, sometimes even a different student. I love getting to hear their ideas...

Education

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35
Aja

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aja

Bachelors, Spanish Literature/ Latin American Studies
Aja's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Art
Art History
Conversational Spanish

Hello! My name is Aja and I am passionate about teaching learners of all ages.I studied Spanish Literature and Elementary Education at University and taught in a Montessori school for one year before deciding to follow my dreams of becoming a professional photographer. I went back to school, started...

Education

The Catholic University of America

Bachelors, Spanish Literature/ Latin American Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

7th Grade AP English Language focuses on developing strong analytical and writing skills through close reading of diverse texts, rhetorical analysis, and argumentative writing. Students learn to identify persuasive techniques, analyze author's purpose and audience, and construct well-supported arguments—skills that build a foundation for success in high school AP courses and beyond.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who provide personalized 1-on-1 instruction tailored to your student's learning style and specific needs. Your tutor will assess your child's current skills, identify areas for growth, and create a customized study plan that covers reading comprehension, rhetorical analysis, essay writing, and test-taking strategies.

Many students struggle with rhetorical analysis—identifying and explaining how authors use language to persuade—and with organizing complex arguments in timed writing situations. Additionally, managing the volume of reading while maintaining comprehension, and understanding nuanced question formats on assessments can feel overwhelming. Personalized tutoring helps students build confidence in these areas through targeted practice and feedback.

Tutors teach evidence-based reading strategies like annotation, active questioning, and identifying key rhetorical devices before diving into analysis. Through guided practice with diverse texts and immediate feedback, students learn to read more critically, understand author's intent, and support their interpretations with specific textual evidence—skills that transfer across all academic subjects.

Tutors guide students through the entire writing process—from brainstorming and thesis development to drafting, revising, and editing. They provide constructive feedback on argument clarity, evidence integration, and grammar, helping students develop a strong writing voice and learn to self-edit effectively. Regular practice with different essay formats builds both skill and confidence.

Your first session is an assessment and planning meeting. The tutor will discuss your student's current strengths, challenges, and goals; review recent assignments or assessments; and gather information about learning preferences. Together, you'll establish a personalized tutoring plan with clear objectives and a recommended schedule to help your student succeed.

The ideal frequency depends on your student's current level and goals. Many students benefit from weekly or bi-weekly sessions to build momentum and receive consistent feedback on their writing and analysis skills. Your tutor can recommend a schedule based on your student's specific needs and timeline for skill development.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have experience with 7th Grade AP English Language curricula and understand the academic expectations in Mission Viejo's schools. This local expertise helps tutors align their instruction with your student's classroom curriculum and ensure skills transfer directly to classroom success.

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