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Raven
I am a recent graduate from the University of North Texas with a bachelor's degree in psychology. Now, I am headed to Baylor University to begin an accelerated second bachelor's degree program in nursing. I have an extensive background in theatre, dance, and even pageantry. I am well versed in all t...
University of North Texas
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

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Stephanie
I'm a clinical psychologist recently out of grad school. I'm passionate about teaching, test prep, and coaching. I look forward to working with you.
SUNY at Binghamton
Master of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
SUNY at Binghamton
Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jonah
I am currently studying Computer Engineering and Computer Science at Northeastern University. I have always loved the sciences, and through my courses in college I have also gained a huge appreciation for math, and especially calculus. I find that teaching concepts I've learned is the best way to tr...
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, General

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Christian
Part of the reason I love teaching is because I love learning. I have always wanted to be a teacher because of the opportunity to work with other people. My teaching experience includes working with students at private day and boarding schools, public schools, and after school programs. In each of t...
Amherst College
Bachelor in Arts, English

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5+ years
Margaret
A BA in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis campus, a BS degree in Elementary Education from St. Cloud State University and a Masters of Arts in Liberal Studies with an emphasis on Writing, from Hamline University in St. Paul, MN are where I received my formal education. E...
Hamline University
Master of Arts, Creative Writing
University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus
Bachelor in Arts, Clinical Child Psychology

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ted
I am a graduate of both Georgian Court University and Kean University. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, a teaching certification for K-12, and a Master of Arts degree in Educational Leadership and Administration. I have been teaching World History, World Geography, and U.S. History f...
Georgian Court University
Master of Arts, Ed leadership/admin.
Kean University
Bachelor in Arts, History

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6+ years
Madison
I am a junior at the University of Pennsylvania. I am a Philosophy, Politics and Economics major and minor in Africana Studies.I am a patient, enthusiastic, and personable person who enjoys working with students to impart my love of learning to them.While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Carolyn
Be the teacher that makes students excited to learn everyday!!!!I have attended Middle Tennessee State University and Northcentral University. I have my EDS degree and working toward my Doctoral degree.I have 2-3 years of tutoring experience. I have tutored students from Prek to 4th grade. I am more...
Northcentral University
Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education

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Sobur
I started my career attending a military high school in Nigeria where I learned basic discipline such as being timely, planning my schedule, and leadership skills. I then proceeded to a 6th form school where I obtained an Advanced Level Certificate in chemistry, mathematics, and physics from the Cam...
CUNY City College
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

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9+ years
Mason
I'm a first-year medical student at McGovern (UT Houston) Medical School. I graduated from Louisiana State University in 2018, where I received my Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and a minor in chemistry. I offer tutoring for science courses, including biology, chemistry, biochemistry, organic c...
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
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Antoine
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My name is Antoine, and I love teaching. I first garnered my love for teaching through the organization 4-H, which uses non-traditional teaching methods, namely experiential learning. I love planning and implementing fun educational workshops in any subject, but especially those I'm passionate about.I have taught courses in music, leadership, biology, through formal settings, and numerous other subjects in a non-traditional settings. I substitute teach, particularly math subjects, but am flexible in which subjects I will approach. I love when I get to substitute and actually continue a lesson for a series of classes, and not just give busy work for them to do until their teacher returns the next day.Tutoring is fun because I get to connect with a student on their level and make the subject matter relevant to them; no matter how frivolous they've determined it to be. I believe everyone has the capacity to learn, so I always take the proper care and time to foster that within all students.
Matthew
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I am a recent graduate of Harvard College. I've been working with middle school and high school age children for the past several years and feel very comfortable communicating with students that age. I was a history major in college, but I'd be happy to help out with middle school and early high school math, as well as any help needed with writing or humanities-related courses. Also available for standardized test prep help!
Victoria
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As one with a passion for education I have a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of my students. I believe in the importance of lifelong learning and am committed to helping students develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their future endeavors.I am a graduate of Hampton Univeristy in Hamton Va , A Masters of Education Degree Candididate of Grand Canyon Univeristy and pocess a Certificate of Educatonal Leadership from the Harvard University School of Busines. I have traveled aboard during my undergraduate years with studies in Bath England with the Advanced Studies in England Program and participated with honors in the Oxford University Coursework with this program. In addition to teaching I have held the roles of Academic Dean and Academic Coach in which I have had the pleasure of training not just students but teachers in student success. My students have demonstrated on average more than a years worth of academic growth with a track record of quickly closing student learning gaps. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and Mathematics. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests I work hard to make sure the learning is both fun and effective. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and quality time with family. I look forward to working with your students very soon!
Margaret
ACT English Tutor • +38 Subjects
I graduated with summa cum laude from the Honors Program at Fordham University with a B.S. in Psychology with minors in Political Science, Spanish, and History. I have a wide variety of past tutoring experience starting when I was quite young. For the past four years I have worked as a peer tutor through the Higher Education Opportunity Program at Fordham as well as a tutor for elementary-high school students at a private tutoring center in the Bronx. While studying in Spain last year, I was able to work as an English instructor in a bilingual high school in Granada. I also worked through the Americorps program Jumpstart! to built literacy skills in younger children. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Spanish, and History. I absolutely love helping students improve their writing abilities from the planning stages to editing their essays. Standardized testing, while not something most students look forward to, seems to be one of the areas in which we can see the most timely and remarkable improvements in skill. I feel very strongly about education and will likely enter a PhD program combining Psychology and Pubic Policy to work on education reform next year. I hope to impart some of my own excitement about learning to all the students I have the opportunity to work with. When I'm not at work at my job as the project director on a study on sleep and academic performance in adolescents, I love to read and spend time outdoors, hiking, and enjoying nature.
Anna
College English Tutor • +8 Subjects
Teaching is and always has been an important part of my life. I am currently a second grade teacher, but I have worked in many different settings with various types of students including children with behavioral, emotional, and learning difficulties as well as gifted and talented students. I have also tutored several students over the past few years in math, reading, and writing. I enjoy tutoring because it allows for the instruction to be tailored towards a student's specific needs. It's a great way to help a child succeed!
Michael
ACT Math Tutor • +17 Subjects
Hello! I am a recent graduate from the University of Texas at Austin where I studied nutrition and sociology, and conducted immunology and cancer research. I'm currently in the process of applying to medical school and am taking a gap year to work and spend time with my family. Science and math have always been my favorite subjects. I am particularly interested in chemistry, biology, and algebra because of how interconnected these topics are with one another. I have successfully taken many advanced biology and chemistry courses including genetics, human physiology, biochemistry, organic chemistry, and more; I have also excelled in multiple areas of mathematics such as algebra, pre-calculus, trigonometry, and calculus.Teaching and tutoring others has always been a passion of mine; throughout my undergraduate career, I helped many of my peers understand course material by hosting group study sessions or meeting with them individually. I love helping others explore different learning styles and breaking down concepts in ways that make them easier to understand. Between maintaining straight A's, scoring in the 91st percentile in the Chem/Phys portion of my MCAT, and nurturing my scientific curiosities through my research, I have cultivated the skills needed to teach others in a way that is tailored to them.Testing and studying are individual to each of us - what works for one person may not work for another - so I can work with you to create a plan that is personalized to your strengths and weaknesses. In addition, I am more than happy to help you understand your course material, assist with test taking strategies, and share my own tips, materials, and methods that helped me throughout my academic career. Regardless of which stage you are at in your studies, I'd love to help you achieve your goal.
Ron
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic Tutor • +10 Subjects
Greetings! I am a happily married father of 4 and Mechanical Engineering graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering. I started tutoring math in high school, and continued through college. I have always enjoyed helping others to understand, and Ifind great satisfaction and joy in serving others in this area of their education.When I am not at work as an estimator for the energy industry, I enjoy reading and outdoor activities with my wife and kids.
Neil
Algebra Tutor • +17 Subjects
I'm a recent graduate from the University of Georgia with a B.S. in Chemistry. During my undergraduate career, I've tutored a multitude of students, primarily in a one-on-one setting. In the past, I've been certified to teach chemistry and physics classes by a prestigious test preparation company.I absolutely love teaching mathematics, chemistry and physics. But unfortunately, these are subjects that a lot of students have real difficulty in. I've discovered that I have a knack for explaining difficult mathematical/physical science concepts, so that virtually anyone can understand the material at hand. Real world examples in conjunction with visual aides seem to make my students' understanding soar.When I'm not teaching, I enjoy playing golf- Just don't ask me to tutor you in golf!
Stephanie
Biology Tutor • +11 Subjects
I have long been fascinated by biology - plants, mushrooms, insects - and have always sought to figure out how life works. While pursuing my biology interest in high school, I was introduced to the fantastic world of laboratory work, microbiology, and genetics. I pursued laboratory opportunities and began building the skills needed to get involved in genetic engineering projects while completing my BS in molecular biology at Loyola University Chicago. After my undergraduate career, I stayed on at Loyola in order to pursue an opportunity in a molecular biology lab studying bacterial viruses (phage). I went on to complete my MS in biology having written my thesis on experiments wherein I genetically modified phage populations.I tutored for a variety of biology topics as well as organic chemistry for four years at Loyola. Further, I taught biology laboratory course for five semesters while completing my Master's. I have found few other opportunities to be as engaging or as rewarding as being able to pass on my understanding of my favorite subject, biology, to others. As I continue tutoring students, I hope to continue to cultivating my unique teaching style and to pass on my enthusiasm for the science of life.
Brea
ACT Prep Tutor • +16 Subjects
I am a graduate of Grand Valley State University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Education with a minor in Psychology. I'm currently finishing my masters at The University of Chicago in Analytics. Between undergrad and graduate school, I spent 4 years teaching math in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago. I still keep up with my former students, and am always a zoom call away if they ever need my help. I've taught Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II and Pre-Calc in the classroom setting, and have experience tutoring a range of subjects including Calculus and Statistics at the college level. I have extensive experience with ACT and SAT prep, as I ran ACT and SAT Bootcamps at the high school I taught at. I am passionate about teaching and understand that students have a variety of learning styles. I'm an energetic math teacher who loves to help students increase their motivation. As part of tutoring, I like to help students strengthen their problem solving skills, and help them know what to do when they feel stuck.
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Ninth graders often struggle with the transition from narrative writing to analytical and argumentative essays. Many students find it difficult to develop a clear thesis, organize supporting evidence, and distinguish between summary and analysis when discussing literature. Additionally, students may feel overwhelmed by increased reading assignments, managing multiple essay deadlines, and receiving feedback that feels overwhelming without guidance on how to revise effectively.
Personalized tutoring addresses these challenges by breaking down the writing process into manageable steps, providing specific feedback on student work, and helping students understand how to revise strategically rather than starting from scratch.
A tutor works with you through the entire writing process—from brainstorming and outlining to drafting and revision. Instead of just marking errors, tutors help you understand why certain choices strengthen or weaken your argument, how to develop ideas with specific evidence, and how to refine your voice while maintaining academic clarity.
This personalized feedback is far more effective than general classroom comments because it addresses your specific writing patterns and learning style. Tutors can also help you tackle specific challenges like avoiding plot summary in literary analysis, strengthening thesis statements, or mastering citation formats like MLA.
Grammar is the technical foundation—correct sentence structure, punctuation, and word usage—while style is how you use those tools to create voice, rhythm, and impact in your writing. You can have technically correct sentences that sound boring, or sentences that break minor rules but create powerful effects.
In 9th grade English, you're learning to balance both: master grammar so errors don't distract from your ideas, then develop style by making intentional choices about word selection, sentence variety, and tone. A tutor helps you see grammar not as a list of rules to memorize, but as tools that serve your argument and voice.
Literary analysis requires you to go deeper than plot summary—you need to examine how and why the author makes specific choices, and what those choices reveal about theme, character, or meaning. This means asking questions like: Why does the author use this particular image? How does this scene develop the character? What is the author arguing about human nature through this story?
Tutors help you distinguish between summarizing what happens and analyzing why it matters. They teach you to ground your interpretations in specific textual evidence and to develop original insights rather than relying on "correct" interpretations. With practice and feedback, you'll develop the confidence to trust your own analysis.
Writer's block often happens because you're trying to write a perfect essay immediately. The solution is to separate the drafting process into distinct stages: first, get ideas down without judging them; then organize those ideas; then craft polished prose. Most professional writers produce messy first drafts.
Effective strategies include freewriting (writing continuously without stopping to edit), creating detailed outlines, talking through your ideas aloud, or starting with the body paragraphs instead of the introduction. A tutor can help you discover which pre-writing technique works best for you and teach you to trust the revision process—your ideas will improve as you work through them.
Ninth grade English establishes foundational skills you'll use in every subject throughout high school and beyond. The analytical reading and argumentative writing skills you develop become essential tools for AP Literature, advanced history courses, and college-level work. You're also building confidence in expressing complex ideas clearly and supporting them with evidence—skills that matter far beyond English class.
Additionally, strong writing habits and reading comprehension skills improve performance on standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. By mastering these skills early, you set yourself up for success in more advanced English courses and develop communication abilities that are valuable in any field.
An effective 9th grade English tutor combines subject expertise with the ability to demystify writing and reading for students who are still building confidence. They should understand 9th grade curriculum standards, provide constructive feedback that focuses on growth rather than criticism, and adapt their teaching to your learning style—whether you're a visual learner who benefits from graphic organizers, or someone who thinks best through discussion.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have proven expertise in helping 9th graders navigate the analytical writing transition, provide specific strategies for managing reading comprehension, and create a supportive environment where revision feels like growth rather than failure.
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