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Dakota

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Dakota

Master's degree
Dakota's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

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 pr...

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Vanderbilt University

Master's degree

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
ACT
33
Arianna

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Arianna

Bachelor of Science
Arianna's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade math
9th-12th Grade Writing
Pre-Algebra
Calculus

I am a Dartmouth graduate. I am currently working on my med and business endeavors. I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects fro...

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Dartmouth College

Bachelor of Science

Geraldo

Certified Tutor

15+ years

Geraldo

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Geraldo's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology

I graduated from CUNY City College’s Biochemistry program with honors in liberal arts and science research. As a freshman, I began workshop leading in Introductory Chemistry courses and, soon thereafter, progressed to Organic, Quantitative and Thermodynamic Chemistry.I enjoyed my interaction with th...

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CUNY City College

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Ethan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Ethan

Bachelor's
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade AP Biology
6th-12th Grade Biology
Algebra
Bioinformatics

Senior at College of William & MaryDouble majoring in Biology and Environmental ScienceStrong interest in shark biology and marine conservation & ecologyMath and Science Tutor

Education

University

Bachelor's

Taylor

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Taylor

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy
Taylor's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy & Physiology
Art
English
Essay Editing

I am an Occupational Therapist and Tutor who loves to motivate, inspire, and teach students of all ages. I received both my Bachelor of Science and Master of Occupational Therapy from Eastern Michigan University. I am an organized, dedicated and patient teacher who loves to help others learn the ski...

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Eastern Michigan University

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy

Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General

Anthonia

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Anthonia

Masters, Education
Anthonia's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I have been teaching for over twenty years. I have worked with children across different age group (K-12) and adults (English language learners) from diverse cultural background. I am Texas state certified Elementary teacher, and K-12 Special Education and ESL certified. I have worked with English l...

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University of St Thomas

Masters, Education

University of East London

Bachelors, Education

Silvia

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Silvia

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Silvia's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Spanish
Spanish 1
Spanish 2

I am a Peruvian native with an MD degree from the University of San Marcos in Peru. I moved to the United States 30 years ago and have since worked as a Registered Nurse, Spanish Medical Interpreter, Spanish teacher for elementary aged kids in an after school program, and private Spanish tutor for h...

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Chamberlain College of Nursing-Ohio

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Fortis College

Associate in Nursing, Nursing (RN)

Universidad Nacional Mayor de san Marcos

Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Addison

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Addison

Bachelors, Linguistics & Spanish double major
Addison's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
AP English Language and Composition
AP Spanish Literature and Culture

I graduated from the University of North Carolina in 2015 with a double major in linguistics and Spanish. In 2016 I completed a Fulbright grant in Brazil, where I taught English at a federal university. Having lived in Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina, I have an international focus and a passion for ...

Education

UNC Chapel Hill

Bachelors, Linguistics & Spanish double major

Test Scores
SAT
1460
GRE
323
Patrick

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Patrick

Doctor of Philosophy, English
Patrick's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning

After serving as an intelligence officer in the Air Force for seven years, I completed a doctoral program in American Literature at UNC-Chapel Hill. Since then, I have edited a literary journal, managed a research center, and published several peer-reviewed articles on American autobiography, fictio...

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Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts, English

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Doctor of Philosophy, English

Haripriya

Certified Tutor

Haripriya

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Haripriya's other Tutor Subjects
5th Grade Math
ACT English
ACT Science
ACT Writing

I am currently enrolled in the University of Houston for Mathematical Biology. I am following the pre-med track. I aspire to be a doctor one day, so I can further help people. I have had ample experience in tutoring people. I used to help my classmates before and after school in High School, and I v...

Education

University of Houston

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

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Emily

ACT English Tutor • +24 Subjects

Hi, my name is Emily! I am currently a fourth year medical student in Indianapolis. I completed my undergraduate education at Indiana University Bloomington, where I majored in Biology and Spanish. I also completed two minors in Mathematics and Chemistry. While at IU, I worked for the Department of Mathematics and Department of Spanish. I also worked as a Peer Tutor for the IU Athletics Department, tutoring in several subjects including statistics, chemistry, physics, and Spanish. I graduated from college with a 4.0, and I entered medical school shortly thereafter. Since coming to medical school, I have excelled in all of my pre-clinical coursework, and I currently rank in the Top 20% of my class. I feel very comfortable and confident tutoring other students in a variety of subjects from math and science to Spanish. I like to think that the same techniques I have used to excel in all phases of my education can be easily adapted to other students and help you achieve your academic goals, just as I have!

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Donald

10th Grade Algebra Tutor • +27 Subjects

I graduated from the University of Delaware in 1980 with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. I achieved Cum Laude distinction at the time of my graduation, and I was also admitted into Eta Kappa Nu, the electrical engineering honors society. In that organization, I was elected Chapter President during my senior year. Since graduation, I have worked in a wide variety of technology-based corporations, including Raytheon Company, EMS Wireless, and Envista Forensics LLC. My engineering experience was heavily based in mathematics and physics which I used to solve a broad range of engineering challenges. Now, as a retired engineer, I have taken up tutoring students. I specialize in mathematics - Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. I am passionate about teaching and learning! I learned from many years of technical experience the value of thoroughly learning the fundamentals of science and mathematics. I really enjoy having students get engaged with the coursework and see them excel beyond their expectations. In my personal time, I enjoy music and amateur radio.

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Rachel

American Literature Tutor • +41 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of the University of Delaware with an Honors Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in International Relations. I am also an incoming PhD Student at the University of Pittsburgh. As a former Honors student, dean's list recipient, and research assistant, I have experienced educational success and I hope to share this learning expertise with other students. I have also successfully completed an undergraduate senior thesis defense, honing my writing and public speaking skills which have become my favorite subjects to practice and teach. I also spent four months living abroad in Paris, France with a French host family and taking French courses. In my spare time I enjoy reading, running, watching films, and trying new cuisines.I have also, on several occasions, relied on private tutors. As a lifelong student and teacher, my tutoring style offers a unique approach that caters to individual need of students of all ages. If you are looking for a well-rounded, global perspective on learning, I am the right person to assist in your educational development. Having struggled and excelled in certain subjects throughout my educational history has given me a holistic perspective on teaching to students of different levels and ages. I am looking forward to a long career in teaching, and I hope I can be of service to you!

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Erica

10th Grade Math Tutor • +31 Subjects

As a graduating senior at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Business School in May of 2016, majoring in Accounting, I am eager to further expand my career and experiences. I believe that my dedication and strong work ethic, combined with my analytical and organizational skills would make me a perfect fit as a tutor.The courses I have taken, as well as the many organizations and previous work experience I have attained has provided me with customer interaction experience, proved my reliability, and enhanced my leadership and mathematical skills. Math has always been my strongest subject, as shown through my math testing scores, and advanced placement upon entering college. Similarly, my enriched abilities in organization and communication would prove extremely useful for this position.As I worked my way up from a retail employee to the manager and webstore manager of a retail store, I gained leadership skills, technological skills, as well as business decision making and managing financial data. I carried over these skills into many of the organizations in which I took part, such as the community service committee of Beta Alpha Psi and the Institute of Management Accountants. As an accounting volunteer tutor with Beta Alpha Psi, I gained valuable experience that I can apply to my future tutoring sessions. Through these positions, I have been able to further my technological, leadership, and organizational skills, while also strengthening my management and communication talents.Another important strength I have is in my computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel. While working as manager and webstore manager, I expanded my computer knowledge, and further enhanced these skills through classes and organizations over the last few years.Over the course of 4 years in high school, I also volunteered once a week as an after-school tutor and homework helper for elementary school students. It was an extremely gratifying experience, being able to teach these students??? important concepts and methods that I understood.

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Joey

Algebra Tutor • +36 Subjects

I recently graduated from the University of Florida cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience. In fall, I will be beginning medical school at The University of Florida College of Medicine. Tutoring has always been a passion of mine. Throughout high school, I tutored fellow students struggling in core subject areas such as AP Calculus, AP Physics, AP Chemistry, and AP Economics. Then in college, I worked for a tutoring company for three years continuing this passion through tutoring calculus and statistics.It has always been my goal to cater to the unique learning style of those that I tutor so that they may not only earn a good grade in their course, but also so that they may actually master and enjoy the subject matter as much as possible. With my 8 years of experience, not only do I know the subjects that I tutor in well, but I have also identified and learned different ways to explain difficult concepts in everyday language to my students.

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Jacob

ACT Reading Tutor • +21 Subjects

I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in creative writing. I'm currently a filmmaker based in Brooklyn, NY. Since graduating I've worked extensively with an organization called the Creative Mind Group, a non-profit that pairs college-aged students with prestigious internships at film festivals around the globe. I've worked with students internationally in Berlin, the Cannes Film Festival, and the Sundance Film Festival in Utah.I've had a rich and interesting tutoring experience, having taught jazz piano, chess, video editing, and even taught basic English skills to Japanese speakers over Skype. For the past year I've volunteered with NY Cares, an organization that brings high-quality after-school programs to low income communities.I've always excelled both academically and in standardized tests. I know that intelligent and targeted private instruction has helped me all throughout my academic career. I'd love to fulfill that role for a student who's looking for that bit of extra help. I am most passionate about teaching reading and writing skills.I believe that learning should be fun but not without rigor. If I can figure out a hook to engage a student in the material, then I think I've done a good job.

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AP US History Tutor • +21 Subjects

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Algebra Tutor • +15 Subjects

I graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor's in Physics and a Minor in Mathematics. I was hired by the University to tutor my freshman year and tutored Physics and Math for 3.5 years there. I usually tutor by asking questions to see what you know about the subject and then we can go from there.

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Jacqueline

Adult ESL/ELL Tutor • +20 Subjects

Aloha! Students,Teaching for life through fun, hands-on interactivity while being proactive, productive, and positive, conquering every challenge, in guiding you towards your goal successfully is my mission and priority.You, my students, are mirrors of reflection of self-confidence and resilience with a curiosity to learn, courage to try, and freedom to speak and enjoy, absorbing the knowledge of new concepts while applying them with a skillful understanding is what I foresee with all of you.Respect and love for each other's space and pace in every aspect of the learning process, while traveling on this journey together is my goal.Being patient and encouraging you to take that one step forward to achieve what it is you need, to produce the very best of yourself shall be my game plan.The world is your oyster, spread your wings, and let's soar.Welcome aboard!!Sincerely,Teacher JakiThe greatest sign for a teacher is to be able to say, "The children are now working as if I did not exist."-Dr. Maria Montessori

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Frequently Asked Questions

IB Literature and Performance SL combines traditional literary analysis with performance-based learning. The course typically involves studying a range of texts across different genres and time periods, analyzing literary techniques and themes, and developing skills in oral presentation and performance interpretation. Students engage with close reading, written analysis essays, and often participate in creative performance projects that deepen their understanding of how literature comes to life on stage or through spoken word.

IB Literature essays require a clear thesis-driven structure with strong topic sentences that connect directly to your central argument. Each body paragraph should analyze specific textual evidence—quotations, imagery, or narrative techniques—and explain how that evidence supports your interpretation. The key is moving beyond simple observations to sophisticated analysis that considers author's purpose, cultural context, and thematic significance. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can provide detailed feedback on your essay drafts, helping you strengthen arguments, refine your analytical voice, and ensure your evidence directly supports each claim.

The written component focuses on literary analysis essays and written interpretations of texts, similar to traditional English Literature courses. The performance component, however, requires you to develop skills in oral presentation and creative interpretation—potentially including dramatic monologues, scene performances, or multimedia presentations that demonstrate your understanding of the text. Both components assess your ability to analyze literature deeply, but performance adds the dimension of embodying and interpreting the text through voice, movement, and creative expression. Tutors can help you prepare for both aspects by strengthening your analytical writing and coaching you on effective oral delivery and performance choices.

Strong literary analysis requires moving beyond plot summary to examine how authors create meaning through technique. Focus on identifying and analyzing specific literary devices—metaphor, symbolism, narrative perspective, tone, structure—and always connect these techniques to theme or author's purpose. Practice asking yourself questions like: Why did the author choose this word over another? How does this scene function within the larger work? What effect does this technique create for the reader? Personalized tutoring helps you develop this analytical eye through close reading practice, targeted feedback on your interpretations, and guided discussions that model how to construct sophisticated literary arguments.

Students often struggle with several key areas: balancing textual evidence with interpretation (using quotes without over-quoting), developing original arguments rather than relying on study guides, managing the demands of both written and performance work, and understanding how to apply literary theory effectively. Additionally, some students find it challenging to prepare for the oral component while maintaining strong written analysis skills. These challenges are very manageable with targeted support—tutors can help you find your analytical voice, develop time management strategies, strengthen your understanding of key texts before major assessments, and practice both essay writing and oral performance interpretation.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who provide personalized support across all dimensions of this course. Whether you need help developing thesis statements, analyzing challenging texts, refining your written essays through detailed feedback, or preparing for performance assessments, a tutor can work at your pace and address your specific areas for growth. Tutors can help you understand the expectations of IB assessment criteria, develop effective study strategies for managing multiple texts, and build confidence in both your analytical writing and oral presentation skills. The personalized 1-on-1 instruction means you receive feedback tailored to your unique strengths and areas for development.

Ideally, you should begin substantive preparation well before your final assessment deadlines—this allows time to develop deep familiarity with your texts, practice writing essays under various prompts, and refine your oral performance interpretations. Many students benefit from starting tutoring at the beginning of the course or early in their IB studies to build strong analytical foundations and establish consistent writing habits. Regular practice with feedback throughout the course is far more effective than cramming before exams. Working with a tutor helps you create a structured preparation plan, maintain momentum throughout the course, and identify areas needing extra attention before high-stakes assessments.

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