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Ameer

Certified Tutor

Ameer

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and History (Double Major)
Ameer's other Tutor Subjects
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP United States History
AP US History

I am a proud graduate of University of California, Los Angeles, where I double majored in Political Science and History. Over my 6 years of tutoring, I have cultivated the strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills necessary to ensure that students succeed. My primary subjects as a tutor incl...

Education

University of California-Los Angeles

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and History (Double Major)

Alexandra

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Alexandra

Master of Arts, Applied Linguistics
Alexandra's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning

I am a creative teacher with a passion for languages and learning. I always try to find fun and engaging ways to teach even the hardest concepts, and always offer possitive encouragement and challenging practice. I want to see my students grow in thier learning and confidence in their new skills.

Education

West Virginia University

Master of Arts, Applied Linguistics

West Virginia University

Bachelor in Arts, German Studies

Lauren

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Lauren

Bachelors, English
Lauren's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
American Literature
College Application Essays
College English

I am passionate about teaching; my mother said my brother was able to skip kindergarten because I taught him everything I was learning at school! I am a graduate of the University of Connecticut, where I earned a bachelor's degree in English; I also am a 15-year homeschooling "veteran." Most recentl...

Education

University of Connecticut

Bachelors, English

Dhruv

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dhruv

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Dhruv's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
C++
Computer Programming
CSS

I am a recent graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a BS in Electrical Engineering and an MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering. At university, I taught courses in Robotics and Computing for several semesters, and was consistently named to the list of Teachers Ranked as Ex...

Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Dinesh

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Dinesh

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Dinesh's other Tutor Subjects
AP Environmental Science
AP Human Geography
Computer Science
English

I am a current student at the University of Texas at Dallas. I am majoring in Computer Science. In my time in school, I've noticed that subjects that can be captivating and interesting are oftentimes disliked by students because they have had a bad experience with a teacher in that subject. I unders...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1400
Raymond

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Raymond

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation and Special Effects
Raymond's other Tutor Subjects
Animation
AP Studio Art: Drawing
Art
Computer Animation

Animator, Cartoonist, Editor, and 3D Generalist. Graduate with a BFA in Animation from Daemen College and have been working as a freelance animator and cartoonist since 2020. Dedicated to detailed slideshows, guided learning, and providing meaningful critique.

Education

Daemen College

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation and Special Effects

Naushaba

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Naushaba

Masters, Epidemiology
Naushaba's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
Adult ESL/ELL

I graduated with my Master's Degree in Public Health last year, and then backpacked around 18 countries in Asia and Europe and am now reconnecting with family and enjoying life. I'm passionate about learning, exploring and teaching, and would love to tutor you. :)

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Masters, Epidemiology

Rice University

Bachelors, Chemistry

Ana

Certified Tutor

Ana

Master of Arts, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Ana's other Tutor Subjects
Certified Reading Intervention
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

How do you learn? Do you feel like you learn differently than most students? Well, we will be a perfect fit! For more than 20 years, I have worked with students and educators to help them discover how they learn best and build strong learning strategies.You will want to work with me if you want more...

Education

Kennesaw State University

Master of Arts, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

Ohio State University-Main Campus

Bachelor in Arts, English

Janice

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Janice

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Janice's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Clinical Psychology
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I am a medical student excited about teaching. Since high school I have tutored peers and worked at local elementary, middle, and high schools to help students of diverse backgrounds learn Spanish and math. In college, I was a chemistry major and was a chemistry tutor, workshop leader, and lab assis...

Education

University of Portland

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Aditya

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Aditya

PHD, Engineering
Aditya's other Tutor Subjects
Graduate Test Prep
GRE
GRE Quantitative
GRE Verbal

Hi students and parents, I am passionate about teaching and I believe in student specific teaching to compliment their strengths and improve on their weaknesses. I try to use real work examples to make learning fun and engaging.I have a bachelors degree in Physics BA, and a PhD from Dartmouth and pe...

Education

Dartmouth College

PHD, Engineering

Rollins College

Bachelors, Physics

Test Scores
GRE
170

Nearby 11th Grade AP English Tutors

Frequently Asked Questions

AP English Language and Composition (typically taken in 11th grade) focuses on analyzing rhetoric, argument, and persuasion across nonfiction texts. Students learn to identify rhetorical devices, evaluate evidence quality, and develop their own persuasive writing. The course emphasizes close reading, synthesis of multiple sources, and timed essay writing—skills tested on the AP exam in May.

Many students struggle with time management during the exam, particularly the synthesis essay and multiple-choice section, which require quick analysis of complex texts. Others find it difficult to move beyond surface-level observations to deeper rhetorical analysis, or to support arguments with specific textual evidence. Understanding how to identify and name rhetorical strategies—and explain their effect on the audience—is another common sticking point.

Expert tutors work with you on targeted skill-building: close reading strategies, essay structure and development, time management during practice tests, and identifying your specific weak areas in rhetoric or argumentation. With 1-on-1 instruction, you get feedback on your actual essays, practice with authentic AP prompts, and strategies tailored to how you learn best—rather than generic test prep.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort level. Students who work consistently with a tutor for 2-3 months typically see meaningful gains, especially when they focus on mastering essay structure and rhetorical analysis. The AP English exam is scored 1-5; many students aim for a 3 or higher to earn college credit, but tutoring helps you target your specific goal.

Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will review your current understanding of rhetoric and persuasion, look at a sample of your writing, and discuss your AP exam goals and timeline. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan that targets your biggest challenges—whether that's essay writing, multiple-choice strategies, or time management.

Practice tests are essential for building test-taking stamina and identifying weak areas. Taking full-length, timed practice exams helps you understand the pacing required and reveals which question types or essay prompts give you the most trouble. A tutor can review your practice test results with you, pinpoint patterns in your mistakes, and adjust your study focus accordingly.

Strong AP essays require a clear argument, specific textual evidence, and sophisticated analysis of rhetorical choices. Tutors help you develop a reliable essay structure, teach you how to integrate quotes effectively, and give you feedback on drafts so you can revise with purpose. Regular practice writing under timed conditions—with tutor guidance—builds both skill and confidence.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have deep knowledge of AP English curriculum and exam requirements. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss their experience with AP students, their approach to teaching rhetoric and essay writing, and how they structure sessions to fit your timeline before the May exam.

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