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Tiffany

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Tiffany

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Tiffany's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Law school rewires the way you write — every sentence has to be clear, purposeful, and logically ordered. Tiffany applies that same discipline to middle school writing, teaching students how to build paragraphs with strong topic sentences, transitions, and conclusions that actually tie back to their...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting

University of Chicago

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
31
Sharon

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sharon

Master of Science, Journalism
Sharon's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

After spending a full year working daily with middle schoolers at a City Year placement, Sharon knows exactly where students this age get stuck — organizing a five-paragraph essay, turning a vague idea into a specific claim, or figuring out how to use evidence from a text. She breaks the writing pro...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Journalism

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Molly

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

Middle school is where writing shifts from 'tell me what happened' to 'make an argument and support it' — and that transition trips up a lot of students. Molly has taught 2nd through 4th graders in the classroom and tutors through high school, so she knows exactly how to bridge that gap by breaking ...

Education

Northwestern University

Master of Science in Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Nathan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Nathan

Bachelor in Arts, History
Nathan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Middle school is where writing shifts from "tell me what happened" to "build an argument" — and that transition trips up a lot of students. Nathan breaks the five-paragraph essay into a repeatable framework, then teaches students how to choose specific evidence and explain it rather than just droppi...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Eric

Certified Tutor

Eric

Bachelor in Arts
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Writing
6th-12th Grade math
6th-8th Grade Science
Pre-Algebra

Middle school is where writing shifts from simple summaries to actual arguments, and that transition trips up a lot of students. Eric breaks down the anatomy of a paragraph — topic sentence, supporting evidence, analysis — so the structure becomes second nature before essays get longer and more dema...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
32
Allan

Certified Tutor

Allan

Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Allan's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

Middle school is where writing shifts from simple five-paragraph essays to more complex assignments requiring real argumentation and source integration. Allan teaches students how to build a thesis that actually takes a position, support it with specific evidence, and connect paragraphs with transit...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Mimi

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Middle school is where writing shifts from simple summaries to structured arguments and analytical paragraphs, and that transition trips up a lot of students. Mimi teaches the building blocks — topic sentences, textual evidence, explanations that actually connect back to a claim — using creative, le...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Scott

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Scott

Current Undergrad Student, Sociology
Scott's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Middle school is where students first encounter the dreaded five-paragraph essay, and Scott breaks that structure down into something that actually makes sense rather than feeling like a straitjacket. He zeroes in on the skills that matter most at this stage — organizing ideas before writing, using ...

Education

Harvard University

Current Undergrad Student, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
34
Lauren

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Lauren

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Lauren's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Neuroscience

Middle school is where writing stops being just 'answer the prompt' and starts requiring real structure — topic sentences that do work, evidence that connects to a claim, conclusions that don't just repeat the introduction. Lauren approaches each assignment by first making sure a student can explain...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1450
ACT
35
Sarah

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Sarah

Bachelor of Science, Predentistry
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math
Geometry

Middle school is where writing shifts from "tell me what happened" to "tell me what you think and why" — and that transition trips up a lot of students. Sarah breaks paragraph construction into concrete steps: claim, evidence, explanation. Her background in writing and reading gives her a knack for ...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Science, Predentistry

Test Scores
ACT
34

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Esther

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +35 Subjects

I'm currently a Junior at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics and a 2014 graduate of Phillips Academy. As a product of great tutoring myself, I focus on being patient, flexible, and kind with all of my students. Outside of my academics, I'm a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and am heavily involved in student theatre, usually directing 2 productions each year. Dogs of any and every breed, iced coffee, and spending time in NYC are a few of my favorite things!

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Sherry

Middle School Math Tutor • +34 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College, Columbia University. In the past, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a public school classroom, a mentor to middle school girls, an instructor and tutor at the literacy education organization 826, and a summer camp counselor. I tutor a diverse range of subjects, and I find that I especially enjoy tutoring language arts, reading, and writing at all levels, from elementary school all the way up to college/grad school test prep. As a tutor, I am committed to helping students reach their full potential as learners. Throughout my years as an educator, I have seen firsthand the remarkable academic growth that can occur when tutors provide students with the individualized support that they need. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, journaling, and learning about other languages and cultures.

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Emily

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects

I am a Yale graduate with over 8 years experience tutoring students from a variety of backgrounds. I recently graduated from the Yale School of Public Health with a MPH concentrating in Epidemiology and Global Health. I also received my B.S. from Yale with a double major in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology and French. I have experience both leading group classes and working with students one on one. I will respond to a student's strengths, weaknesses, and learning style in order to help them succeed and make the most of our time together. I earned a perfect score of 36 on the ACT, 2280 on the SAT, and qualified as a National Merit Scholar on the PSAT. I look forward to working with you! Hobbies: writing, art, books, music, dancing, baking, reading

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Amanda

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +84 Subjects

I'm currently a fourth year medical student at a private medical school in Texas. I've been involved with tutoring since middle school continuing all the way through medical school. There are so many different ways to teach based on how students learn best and I am passionate about meeting the individual needs of students so they can succeed. I took unconventional approaches to learning as instilled by mentors throughout my life that greatly increased my ability to learn and comprehend material . I've worked with tutoring students in ACT prep, SAT prep, MCAT prep, IB and AP courses, as well as STEM subjects from elementary school through to college. Recently, I've also tutored for USMLE Step 1 & 2. I also edit and work with students who need tutors for writing and reading comprehension. I have extensive experience in both college and medical school admissions and work yearly with students on essays and applications. I went to high school at the Downingtown STEM Academy and graduated May 2018 from the University of Alabama with a 4.2. I have a BS in Biology with minors in Social Work and Social Welfare. I will be graduating with an MD and MPH in May 2022. I tutor english, math, geometry, algebra, SAT, ACT, MCAT, USMLE chemistry, biology, organic chemistry, and writing along with other subjects. I've worked with rural students in Alabama, students in the Greater Philadelphia area, and students in urban areas. I believe education should be personalized and while schools can't provide this due to lack of resources, tutors are a great substitute for that. Education is the gateway to social mobility and happiness and I seek to prepare my student to meet their individual goals. I work to create an environment where the student can focus on understanding the material for their own understanding and not for others which significantly increases the students confidence in the subject matter and their desire to learn more.

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Jessica

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +45 Subjects

I am currently enrolled in Vanderbilt University where I am studying Elementary Education as well as European History. I love working with students, and I intend to make a career out of it. I have experience working with students in different contexts, from the dance studio to the classroom and across age groups. I have worked in an academic setting with students age three through seventeen, and I have tutored as a volunteer and in a more formal position for a multitude of organizations.

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Mariana

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects

I am a sophomore at Cornell University. Hoping to pursue a career in government or law, I am studying to receive my Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Labor Relations. I have tutored a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about English, History, and Math. I specialize in SAT tutoring and am currently assisting many students prepare for the August SAT. I have also helped students with college application essays.

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Jennifer

Calculus Tutor • +27 Subjects

I am thrilled to be a part of this platform where we can work together to further our educational pursuits. Currently, I am a Teacher Resident at the NYU Accelerated MAT program in Secondary English Education. This means that come September, I will be an ELA teacher working at a NY Public School. My intentions here are to hone in on my individuated mentoring practice as well as to provide rigorous tutoring and support for all my students. The key here is not just learning the subject material, but learning to learn well. Discipline and Agency are foundational! I look forward to meeting you and starting our learning journey.

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Maya

Calculus Tutor • +37 Subjects

I am a Yale University graduate with over seven years of tutoring experience with children and adults of all ages, specializing in writing, reading, English, college prep, and working with differently-abled learners. As a writer and entrepreneur, I have tutored since high school because it is something I truly enjoy. I approach tutoring with patience, and with finding a motivation to learn and excel that is specific to each student. With young adults and older learners, I approach each skill with purpose in reaching their individual goals and dreams, and with younger learners it is all personalize-practice-reward, working with parents and mentors to understand their needs and facilitate their individual learning and success. I'd love to hear from you and discuss how we can make the most out of our time together!

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Ariel

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +53 Subjects

I am a student at Brown University, where I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in psychology. I employ a student-centered approach to tutoring, grounding the session in the student's knowledge of what topics it would be most beneficial to review. I typically begin a session by asking a student if there is any material they have learned since the previous session whose reasoning they would like for me to walk them through. I then help the student work through problems or questions that employ that understanding. My favorite subject to tutor is math; I love helping students understand the logic of a subject in which they may have been relying for years on memorization. I have been tutoring since 2016, and I have experience teaching math, science, language arts, history, French, and study skills to students in elementary, middle, and high school. I currently focus on math (pre-algebra, algebra, geometry), English, test prep, and essay writing.

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Kevin

AP Statistics Tutor • +47 Subjects

I am currently a rising Junior at the University of Pennsylvania, majoring in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics and minoring in Science, Technology, and Society. From early on, the intellectual development of others has been very important to me. In high school, I developed my school's first summer tutoring program to ensure that students retained information and were prepared for the upcoming year. I am most passionate about tutoring Political Science, History, and Math, with significant experience in helping students in each of these subject areas. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and playing the bass. Hobbies: art, reading, writing, books, music

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Frequently Asked Questions

Middle school writers often struggle with organization, thesis development, and maintaining a consistent voice throughout their work. Many students also find it difficult to move beyond simple sentence structures, develop strong supporting evidence for their arguments, and revise their own writing effectively. Additionally, managing the writing process—from prewriting and planning through final revision—can feel overwhelming without guidance. Personalized tutoring helps students tackle these challenges through targeted feedback and strategies tailored to their specific needs.

A tutor can teach students how to create strong outlines, develop clear thesis statements, and organize ideas logically before drafting. Tutors work with students to understand different essay formats—persuasive, narrative, expository, and analytical—and how each requires different organizational strategies. Through personalized instruction, students learn to use topic sentences effectively, build paragraphs with sufficient supporting evidence, and create smooth transitions between ideas. With practice and feedback on their own writing, students develop organizational skills they can apply to any writing assignment.

Grammar focuses on the rules of language—sentence structure, verb tense, punctuation—while style involves how a writer uses language to create voice, tone, and impact. Both matter in effective writing. A tutor helps students master grammar fundamentals so their writing is clear and correct, but also guides them beyond basic mechanics to develop their unique voice and make deliberate stylistic choices. For example, a student might learn when to use short, punchy sentences for emphasis or longer, flowing sentences for description. This personalized approach helps students become more confident and expressive writers.

Writer's block often stems from perfectionism, unclear thinking about the topic, or not knowing where to start. Tutors use proven prewriting strategies like brainstorming, freewriting, mind mapping, and outlining to help students generate ideas and organize their thoughts before drafting. They also teach students that first drafts don't need to be perfect—the goal is getting ideas on paper, then revising and refining. A tutor can work one-on-one with a student to talk through their ideas, ask clarifying questions, and help them build confidence in their ability to express themselves in writing.

The best middle school writing tutors understand the specific writing standards and expectations for this grade level, have strong communication skills to explain concepts clearly, and most importantly, provide constructive feedback on student writing. They should be able to diagnose where a student struggles—whether it's in planning, drafting, or revision—and address those specific areas. Look for a tutor who is patient, encouraging, and treats writing as a process rather than just checking for errors. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have experience helping middle school writers develop stronger skills and more confidence in their work.

Strong writing about literature requires understanding what you read and being able to support your ideas with specific textual evidence. Tutors help students develop active reading strategies, such as annotating text, asking questions as they read, and identifying key themes and literary devices. They then guide students in writing analysis essays that go beyond simple summary to explain how and why an author uses specific techniques. With personalized instruction and feedback on practice essays, students learn to write more insightful literary analysis and support their interpretations with relevant quotes and examples.

Writing improvement happens through consistent practice and feedback over time. Most students begin to see noticeable progress in their writing within 4-6 weeks of regular tutoring sessions, particularly in areas like organization and clarity. However, developing a strong writing voice and mastering more sophisticated techniques typically takes longer—usually 2-3 months or more of ongoing work. The timeline varies based on where a student starts and what specific skills they're working on. Regular tutoring sessions combined with practice between meetings help students internalize strategies and build writing confidence more quickly.

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