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Jean
I am a certified teacher, qualified to teach Social Studies, Math, and English in grades 7 through 12. With four years of substitute teaching and other classroom experience, as well as many years of tutoring in various subject areas, I am a seasoned and versatile tutor. Not only have I taught math a...
Hofstra University
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology State Certified Teacher
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Sarah
I grew up in Central Arkansas and discovered my love for teaching while mentoring in impoverished schools in Little Rock. I went on to receive my Bachelor of Science in Education and my Masters of Art in Teaching with a Special Education Endorsement at the University of Arkansas. Now I am a 4th grad...
University of Arkansas
Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary School Teaching
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Nabil
I am a sophomore at Barnard College of Columbia University majoring in History with a minor in Spanish. I have 4 years tutoring experience with middle school, high school, and college students with specialties in math, writing, and Spanish. Outside of school, I enjoy working out, going to museums, a...
Barnard College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Amanda
My name is Amanda Pursel and I am a freshman at Shippensburg University this year. I am majoring in Elementary Education and minoring in Psychology. I have a love for working with kids and have been volunteering in classrooms since my junior year of high school. Senior year I spent every day after s...
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Current Undergrad, Elementary Education
Certified Tutor
14+ years
Linda
I am a licensed teacher with 15 years of classroom teaching experience. I am certified to teach grades 1 - 6 and high school English, and I also have certifications in AIG (Academically and Intellectually Gifted) and ESL (English as a Second Language). I received a BS degree in Elementary Education ...
National Louis University
Masters in Education, Educational Leadership
UW-Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
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Tivoli
I am currently a fourth grade special educator providing support in primarily math, reading and writing. I also work as a reading interventionist with the Leveled Literacy Intervention program as well as Sonday for students who benefited from multisensory reading instruction.I graduated in June 2004...
Graduate School of Education at Rutgers University
Master of Arts, Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
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Eric
Hello! My name is Eric and I am kind of a geek when it comes to math. I love teaching math and finding the right way to get math to click for you. I have been teaching math for 6 years. I taught middle school math for 3 years and high school math for 3 years. I can't wait to work with you.
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Karen
Karen is a Spanish native speaker from Colombia. She has been teaching Spanish as second language and English to Spanish speakers of all ages. She has a Bachelors of Arts in humanities, Spanish and English as second language. She is also Montessori certified.Karen has +14 years experience teaching k...
Pontifical Bolivarian University
Bachelor in Arts, Bilingual Education
Pontifical Bolivarian University
Certificate, Bilingual Education
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Samantha
I have many interest in life and love to share in coaching and tutoring those. I think partnering with those youths and adults interested in criminal justice, business, or just wanting help with cooking I am here to help. I always have my hands in new adventures, and I love learning new things, so I...
Mountain State University
Master of Science, Strategic Intelligence
Mountain State University
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
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Katie
As a writer and English professor, helping people tap into the power of language is my passion. I have tutored students of all levels throughout my career, from high school students hoping to improve their essay writing skills to PhD candidates working on dissertations. In my own academic journey, I...
Columbia College-Chicago
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Colorado College
Bachelor in Arts, English
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP Language Composition is typically a high school course, but some advanced 7th graders in Riverside take it to accelerate their writing skills. The course focuses on rhetorical analysis, argumentation, and persuasive writing techniques. If your student is a strong writer interested in challenging themselves, this course can build critical thinking and communication skills that benefit them across all subjects.
AP Language Composition emphasizes rhetorical analysis, argument development, and synthesis of multiple sources. Students learn to identify and analyze persuasive techniques, develop their own arguments with evidence, and write under timed conditions. The course also covers essay structure, tone analysis, and effective use of language—skills that strengthen writing across all academic areas.
Many young students struggle with time management during timed essays, analyzing complex rhetorical strategies in unfamiliar texts, and developing nuanced arguments with sufficient evidence. Pacing is particularly challenging—students need to read, analyze, and write a polished essay within strict time limits. Personalized tutoring helps students practice these skills systematically and build confidence in their analytical abilities.
During the first session, a tutor will assess your student's current writing level, identify specific areas for improvement (like thesis development or rhetorical analysis), and understand their learning goals. They'll review sample essays or practice prompts to pinpoint strengths and challenges. This personalized assessment helps create a focused study plan tailored to your student's needs.
Tutors work with students on strategic reading techniques, rapid outlining methods, and time allocation for different essay sections. They provide practice with timed essays, helping students internalize pacing and manage anxiety during high-pressure writing. Regular practice with feedback builds the automaticity students need to write effectively under time constraints.
Rhetorical analysis requires students to identify how authors use language, structure, and appeals to convince audiences. A tutor can break down complex texts into manageable parts, teach students to recognize techniques like ethos, pathos, and logos, and guide them in writing clear analytical essays. Repeated practice with diverse texts helps students develop the pattern recognition skills needed for this higher-level thinking.
With consistent tutoring and practice, students often see noticeable improvements in essay structure and analytical clarity within 4-6 weeks. However, developing strong rhetorical analysis skills and writing stamina takes ongoing practice—typically 2-3 months of regular sessions for significant score improvement. The timeline depends on your student's starting level and how frequently they practice between sessions.
Varsity Tutors matches you with tutors who have expertise in AP Language Composition and understand how to work with advanced middle school writers. We consider your student's specific needs, learning style, and schedule to find the right fit. Once matched, you'll work directly with your tutor to create a personalized plan that addresses your student's writing challenges and goals.
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