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Allan
I'm a big Boston Celtics fan and I speak three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Biological Sciences

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Eric
I am patient and collaborative. I work with my students to help them come to the answers on their own, and I find creative and fun ways for students to think about the material in a new light.
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts

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Maddy
I'm a recent graduate of Harvard University and a natural teacher, and I'd be thrilled to help you build your skills, gain academic confidence, and get results! My B.A. is in American history and literature with a minor in theater. I spent my college years producing and directing student theater, wr...
Harvard University
B.A. in American History and Literature (minor in Theater)

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Paula
I am extremely passionate about academics and learning; the value of each was inculcated into me at a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests and have been privileged enough to pursue knowledge in those areas. I even enjoy tucking away "useless...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts

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Angela
I am a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in International Relations and minoring in French and English. The studies of English and Literature have been my passion for a long time. I enjoy reading about cultures while familiarizing myself with the world’s diverse peoples. In...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations

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I'm comfortable tutoring on a number of subjects, I particularly enjoy teaching English, writing, and critical reading. I like working one on one with students, helping them to think through problems, formulate opinions, and articulate their thoughts. This involves working on vocabulary, grammar, an...
University
Bachelor's

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Sarah
I am a graduate of Oberlin College and Wesleyan University and I am currently a PhD student at Harvard University. I received my BA in English, my BM in Jazz Studies, and my MA in Ethnomusicology. My PhD research is in West African music. I have many years of experience as a tutor, beginning as a wr...
Harvard University
PHD, Ethnomusicology
Oberlin College
Bachelors, English and Jazz studies

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Rebecca
I am a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelors of Arts in English and Philosophy. At Notre Dame, I worked as a tutor at the University Writing Center, helping both undergraduate and graduate students with their writing. I also tutored local middle school students in reading and wri...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelors of Arts in English and Philosophy

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Hasan
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 teachi...
Brown University
B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts

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Marjorie
I am eager to help students prepare for college applications, including mastering standardized tests, college essays, and study strategies. I am also driven to teach young students to become better overall writers and critical readers as these skills will affect all facets of their educational caree...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelors
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Ariela
12th Grade math Tutor • +41 Subjects
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
Victoria
Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects
I am well schooled in academic writing and reading comprehension; furthermore, I have honed my ability to write pointed, direct essays for both applications and classes. After studying French in high school, I went on to spend over six months in France working on archaeological excavations. As a previous educator for high school students, I am versed in different learning styles and can't wait to work with more. It sounds trite, but it's true--I love teaching, and consider it both a privilege and a real pleasure. I look forward to helping more students achieve their academic goals!
Julie
12th Grade math Tutor • +83 Subjects
I am a rising junior at Princeton University pursuing a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy with a certificate in Statistics and Machine Learning. I am highly passionate about education: during the academic year, I serve as a volunteer tutor for the Petey Greene Program, which provides educational assistance to those incarcerated in New Jersey prisons; after graduation, I hope to work toward becoming a high school mathematics teacher. This summer, I am interning part-time at IntegrateNYC4me, a nonprofit that seeks to integrate New York schools. I believe that quality educational opportunities should be accessible to all, and I hope to dedicate my career toward realizing this vision!
Gabriel
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +47 Subjects
I'm a rising Junior at the University of Chicago studying Computational Neurosciences and Fundamentals: Literature & Philosophy. I've tutored 7th and 8th graders in Basic Algebra and essay construction and taught undergraduates Biostatistics and the literature of Valdimir Nabokov, so I'm prepared to work with any age or skill level. When I'm not tutoring this summer, I'll be doing electrophysiological research at NYU's Center for Neural Science and preparing to write my BA on James Joyce's Ulysses. I'm extremely versatile with expertise in a range of subjects and really enjoy helping students learn. I also excel at standardized testing and am excited to share the strategies that made me successful. In my free time, some of my favorite things to do are act, play guitar, and bike along the river. Hobbies: reading, writing, art, books, music
Dakota
12th Grade math Tutor • +126 Subjects
I am a native Texan now living in NYC. I just finished my Master's degree, and I love food, reading, and travel. I've been working and volunteering as a tutor since my high school days, and I am eager to provide advanced-level assistance to you! I'm a friendly, approachable person who maintains a professional but fun learning atmosphere. And, most importantly, we get hard work done! Hobbies: art, books, travel, reading, cooking, music, writing
Alex
Calculus Tutor • +51 Subjects
I am a pre-Occupational Therapy student majoring in psychology with minors in neuroscience and art. I will be graduating with honors from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in May, and I will begin Washington University School of Medicine's Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Program this Fall. My academic pursuits have made me confident in my abilities to tutor those pursing degrees in social sciences along with those pursuing careers in health care. Currently my favorite subject is neuroscience. I fell in love with it after I started college and I plan on specializing in neurorehabilitionation as an occupational therapist.
Jennifer
Calculus Tutor • +54 Subjects
I'm communicating and working with a pupil that I get a proper indication of how to work best with them. It's crucial to understand every student is different. There are always indications on how to handle/work with each student. For example, with a hostile student I would try to ease off and allow them to talk whilst making the material seem personal and easygoing. With a more outgoing and confident student, I would invite them to be challenged in our studies, as they usually work best with a challenge.
Anthony
Calculus Tutor • +21 Subjects
I am committed to helping students acquire skills necessary for life-long learning. I prize education as an occasion for student development, discussion, and the refinement of communicative and analytical skills. I enjoy my role as a tutor and I anticipate increasing fulfillment as the scope and depth of my skills are expanded and refined.
Eric
Calculus Tutor • +43 Subjects
I'm a hiker, a reader, a giant nerd, and full of terrible jokes that will (shockingly) make tutoring fun.
Julian
5th Grade math Tutor • +68 Subjects
I am well-equipped to help students improve their reading comprehension and essay writing skills. As an avid reader and writing enthusiast, I naturally find great joy in reviewing and editing the work of others. Although writing is incredibly stylistic, it is also remarkably formulaic. With proper preparation, all students are capable of fine-tuning their craft with effective methodologies and strategies all that is needed is the right guidance and support. Hobbies: reading, music, hiking, art, travel, books, writing
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A strong thesis is the foundation of any essay, and tutors can help you move beyond surface-level claims to arguments that are specific, debatable, and worth defending. Tutors work with you to identify your main argument, test it against potential counterarguments, and refine it until it clearly guides your entire essay.
During personalized 1-on-1 instruction, tutors can review multiple versions of your thesis, ask targeted questions to sharpen your thinking, and show you how to position your argument within the broader conversation about your topic. This iterative feedback process helps you develop a thesis that's both academically rigorous and authentically your own.
Writer's block often stems from perfectionism, unclear thinking, or pressure—not from lack of ability. Tutors can introduce you to proven strategies like freewriting (writing without stopping to edit), outlining to clarify your ideas before drafting, or breaking your essay into smaller, more manageable sections to tackle one at a time.
Beyond techniques, tutors provide accountability and a sounding board to talk through ideas before you write them down. Sometimes articulating your thoughts aloud helps untangle confusion. With personalized tutoring, you can identify which strategies work best for your writing process and learn to apply them consistently.
Strong organization requires more than just listing ideas—it means arranging them in a way that builds your argument and guides your reader. Tutors can help you create effective outlines that show how each paragraph supports your thesis, identify logical connections between ideas, and spot places where your argument jumps or loses momentum.
During personalized instruction, tutors work with you on paragraph structure, topic sentences that signal your ideas, and transitions that help readers move smoothly from one point to the next. You'll learn to evaluate your drafts critically and reorganize sections when needed, skills that strengthen every essay you write.
Literary analysis requires close reading and the ability to connect specific details from the text to larger interpretations. Tutors teach you how to move beyond plot summary to examine literary elements like symbolism, characterization, imagery, and tone—and crucially, how to use evidence from the text to support your interpretations.
A tutor can help you develop a clear analytical lens (the specific angle or argument you're making about the work), select the most relevant textual evidence, and explain the significance of that evidence clearly. This approach transforms analysis from feeling vague to feeling grounded and compelling.
Citation formatting feels tedious but matters—it's about academic integrity and helping your reader find your sources. Tutors can teach you the fundamentals of MLA and APA style, show you how to integrate quotes smoothly into your writing, and help you understand why different disciplines use different citation systems.
Rather than treating citations as a checklist task at the end, tutors help you build good citation habits throughout the writing process. You'll learn when and how to cite, how to distinguish between quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing, and how to use citations strategically to strengthen your credibility.
Academic writing has conventions, but it doesn't have to sound robotic or impersonal. Tutors help you find the balance between academic formality and authentic expression—using precise language and strong reasoning while maintaining clarity and engaging your reader. Developing voice is about making deliberate word choices, varying sentence structure, and letting your perspective show through your analysis.
Through personalized feedback on your drafts, tutors identify where your writing feels strongest and most like you, then help you extend those qualities throughout your work. You'll also learn how different contexts (formal essays, creative pieces, personal reflections) call for different voices—a skill that serves you far beyond high school.
Revision is big-picture work—rethinking your argument, reorganizing paragraphs, or developing ideas more fully. Editing is fine-tuning at the sentence and word level—fixing grammar, cutting unnecessary phrases, or clarifying confusing phrasing. Both matter, but many students skip revision and jump straight to editing, which limits how much their essays can improve.
Tutors teach you to approach revision and editing as separate processes. First, you revise for clarity, organization, and argument strength. Then, once the big ideas are solid, you edit for grammar, style, and mechanics. During personalized tutoring sessions, you'll learn to read your own work critically and develop a revision checklist tailored to your most common issues.
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