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Jessica
I have been a tutor for 10 years, with experience tutoring students 7th grade through undergraduate studies as well as medical school students. I have been a tutor for medical school for the last 3 years. I ample experience teaching science and math courses. I help students find their best learning ...
University of California-Berkeley
Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Howard University
Doctor of Medicine, Biological and Physical Sciences

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2+ years
Van An
My name is Van An Tran. I graduated from University at Buffalo with a Biomedical Engineering major. During my time in colleges, I worked as a tutor and helped other students in pre-calculus and sciences, especially in physics. I have experience working as a tutor in two different colleges, one at Se...
University at Buffalo
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

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3+ years
Parita
I am a sophomore at Harvard University pursuing a concentration in computer science. I'm also interested in potentially going on to law school after my undergraduate studies. I have a wide range of interests but I spend most of my free time either reading, painting, listening to music or dragging my...
Harvard University
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

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10+ years
Alethea
She is an enthusiastic educator from Massachusetts. She graduated from Smith College in 2009. Since then, She has worked in a variety of positions ranging from teaching photography to high-risk youth, to developing technology workshops for blind and deaf customers at Apple, to working for higher edu...
Smith College
Bachelors, Psychology and a minor in Child Development and Education
The Graduate School of Education at Harvard University
Current Grad Student, Technology, Innovation, and Education

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9+ years
Raymond
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.
Daemen College
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation and Special Effects

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4+ years
Eunice
I am passionate about teaching because I believe in making learning fun and I believe in motivating students. I am able to tutor Math, English-Reading and Writing, and Korean. I recently graduated with a MAT in Childhood Education 1-6 from Queens College, so I prefer to work with Elementary students...
CUNY Queens College
Masters, MAT Childhood Education 1-6
CUNY Hunter College
Bachelors, ELA

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Richard
I've been teaching college writing and geography for about ten years. I really enjoy helping students think about the world, decipher texts, and express their ideas. I look forward to helping you develop skills that will be useful through college and beyond.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
PHD, Geography
Syracuse University
Bachelors, Architecture

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Sarah
I love to learn, and I love to teach. My favorite thing in the world is to help people understand and enjoy math. So many people struggle to understand the concepts, and I love seeing the light spark in their eyes as it all clicks in thier heads and they are able to understand and remember how to ca...
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor in Arts, Secondary Math Education

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John
It brings me great joy to help transform a student from struggling to confident in Mathematics and Science.
University of Maryland-College Park
Bachelor of Science, Physics

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Taylor
I love working with kids and I really enjoy helping someone to understand something in a new manner. I think that learning some of the subjects can be boring but I know how to liven the material up in a manner that is relatable/ easier to understand. I have been a camp counselor in the past so I hav...
Ithaca College
Bachelors, health sciences, pre med concentration
university of Pennsylvania school of dental medicine
Current Grad Student, dentistry
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Carroll
Adult ESL/ELL Tutor • +17 Subjects
I am a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington, with both a BA in English and a MA in Humanities, in the areas of Writing, Literature and History. I've taught at several universities overseas and in the United States. I've primarily taught Composition and Literature at the university level and have also taught English in High Schools and Middle Schools in the US, in Texas. For two years I taught English to Chinese students on an online platform, so I'm used to delivering course work in that format.I enjoy teaching Writing and helping students to prepare for their future academic careers by giving them a tool they can use for future essays, and exams.I've had a number of students return and thank me for helping them to be better prepared for their academic courses, allowing them to make better grades and be more confident in their abilities.Learning is something that never stops, we learn while in school, but we'll continue to learn about people and cultures around us as we interact with the world.
Maggie
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills Tutor • +26 Subjects
My interest in education and teaching began when I first started nannying when I was 14 years old helping kids with homework and continues to this very day with a love of academia, science and self improvement. I also have several years of experience in working with special needs children and adults, which I believe gives me a special understanding of all types of challenges and the patience required.I am in the process of earning a degree in Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati.My favorite subjects are definitely science-based, though I also thoroughly enjoy and have a lot of experience in writing and reading comprehension.I love the challenges of learning and helping others understand new things.I am committed to helping others fully understand the academic challenges they need help with and finding a way to assist in a way that makes learning fun and easy, with a focus on a no-shame policy of being confident in your abilities and unafraid to ask for help. I am excited for this opportunity to help others achieve!
David
ACT Science Tutor • +19 Subjects
I am a recent graduate from Occidental College. My major was geology and my minor was economics. I also have coursework in math, biology, and physics. I like to break down large systems into digestible components that are easy to understand and then relate them back to the large scale topic at hand.
Jerry
ACT Writing Tutor • +40 Subjects
I graduated from Queens College with a degree in Sociology. I am currently in the process of applying to graduate programs to pursue my own dreams of an MBA. I have been a teacher/tutor for SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, GMAT, AP US History, and various other subjects for over four years. My favorite subject to teach is AP US History because I have the ability to make the stories of our past fun and interesting. I constantly update my teaching materials and methodology with each passing year to help my students. I enjoy teaching and seeing my students learn new things. When my students are able to earn better scores the moment is very rewarding to me. If there is a problem that you do not understand, I will help you understand it fully. Outside of academic I have a passion for sports, running, and music.
Matthew
Algebra Tutor • +17 Subjects
I started my engineering degree at a small private university (Western New England University), and I am currently a senior finishing my mechanical engineering degree at University of South Florida Tampa. After completion of this I plan to apply to law school to become a patent attorney.I have previous experience tutoring in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and Pre-calculus and I am currently certified to tutor in a wide variety of math up through Calculus 2. Furthermore I am certified to tutor in and a variety of physics and mechanical engineering classes.Calculus would be my favorite subject to tutor in because this is the core foundation of engineering problem solving. However, I enjoy a wide variety of different disciplines of math and physics.Everyone learns differently and traditional environments are not always ideal for all students. My approach is to identify a students strengths. Furthermore, I like to find out what a students current understanding of a topic is and expand upon the topic from this point.Outside of school I enjoy camping, backpacking, outdoors, concerts, comedy, and when not in Florida and back home, snowboarding.
Yuli
AP Biology Tutor • +19 Subjects
Throughout college and my two years as a math teacher, I found that there isn't one best teaching method. Instead, each student is unique and this reflects in their learning style. A good teacher will be able to change strategies to accommodate for differences in learning styles. I hope to be the best teacher that I can be by listening to my students and adjust my style of teaching to fit the student's needs.
Vanesa
Conversational Spanish Tutor • +6 Subjects
Education is the most important thing; we can loose everything, but nobody can take what we have learned. We can learn from books or from life and all that information will be useful someday. Education is what makes us different from everyone else and takes the veil that covered our eyes and shows us the truth. It can be painful sometimes, but it is better than to live in obscurity.
Paula
Emergency Medicine Tutor • +9 Subjects
Hello! I am Paula Grech. I am a working RN and EMT-P (paramedic). I graduated from my nursing program with honors.I love teaching and coaching students using creative methods. You won't get a boring PowerPoint presentation from me! Do you like storytelling, videos, and podcasts? Do you like mnemonics and drawings? I do, too!I find the best way to remember what I have learned (in addition to practicing it) is to teach it. I am a new hire preceptor where I work. I instruct and mentor nursing and EMT/paramedic students in pharmacology, pathophysiology, anatomy, and physiology using a variety of methods including live online explanation and demonstration, mnemonics, illustrations, online video, and podcasts/audio.In addition, I can teach you study methods so you can learn in line at the grocery store and reinforce the information in your sleep! All the techniques I teach I used myself with great success.I passed National Registry at the paramedic level twice (you may retest instead of completing CEs) and NCLEX on the first try with 75 questions.I can practice skills stations with you, teach you NCLEX or NREMT strategies, work on your weaknesses and teach you how to memorize large amounts of info to pass your exams! You can do it!
Joseph
Abstract Algebra Tutor • +68 Subjects
I'm a sophomore at the University of Chicago. I'm a student-athlete with a great background in math, computer science, and standardized tests. I'm the oldest of 6 kids and have always helped my younger siblings with these subjects. I look forward to potentially tutoring you.
Jean
ACT Prep Tutor • +58 Subjects
I am a fourth year student at Harvard Medical School, and will start working as a pediatrician in July of 2016. However, if I had not decided to become a physician, I would have strongly considered becoming a teacher. Teaching is one of the most enjoyable activities I do, and I have taught in some capacity every year for the past ten years. I have taught subjects ranging from English to algebra, from physics to dance, and have taught students ranging in age from toddlers to adults. I have also provided advice on application essays, resumes, and interview strategies for Harvard College students applying to highly competitive scholarships. Each of these experiences has taught me how to communicate concepts in clear and engaging ways. For instance, while tutoring adolescents enrolled in the Boston-based Artists for Humanity program, I would often teach students whom I had never worked with before, and thus became adept at quickly discovering and implementing the strategies that worked best for a particular student (e.g., visual/tactile examples, analogies, and breaking down complex problems into smaller parts). While tutoring a janitorial staff member in preparation for the mathematics portion of her GED high school equivalency exam, I learned how to quickly identify the highest yield topics for a standardized exam and focus our efforts on those. Each of these experiences has been incredibly rewarding, and has inspired me to teach in some capacity throughout my career as a doctor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Music students often struggle with several key areas: developing consistent practice habits, understanding music theory concepts, mastering proper technique on their instrument, and building confidence in performance settings. Many students also find it challenging to connect what they're learning in lessons to what they hear in recordings or live performances. Personalized instruction addresses these barriers by tailoring lessons to a student's learning style, pace, and specific struggles, rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
The best music tutors combine strong technical knowledge with the ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt their teaching to each student's needs. Look for tutors who have performance experience, understand multiple teaching methods, and can break down complex skills into manageable steps. They should also be encouraging and patient—music learning requires consistent practice and incremental progress. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have demonstrated expertise in your instrument or music theory focus and a track record of helping students improve.
Both are valuable, and many students benefit from support in both areas. Music theory helps you understand how music works—chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and composition—which deepens your overall musicianship. Instrument instruction focuses on technical skills, proper technique, and repertoire. Working with a tutor on theory strengthens your ability to sight-read, improvise, and play more expressively on your instrument. Some students start with theory fundamentals, while others focus on instrument technique first; the best approach depends on your goals and current level.
A tutor identifies gaps in your technique or understanding that you might not notice on your own and provides targeted feedback to correct them. They also help you structure practice sessions effectively—research shows that focused, deliberate practice with feedback accelerates improvement far more than unfocused repetition. Tutors can show you how to break down difficult passages, suggest practice strategies tailored to your learning style, and keep you motivated through consistent progress. This guided approach typically leads to faster skill development and more confident performances.
Yes. Many tutors work with students on managing performance anxiety by building technical confidence, preparing thoroughly for performances, and developing mental strategies for staying calm on stage. When you know your piece inside and out and have practiced with feedback from a tutor, you're much less likely to panic during a performance. Tutors can also help you perform for them in a low-pressure setting to build confidence gradually. Over time, this combination of solid preparation and confidence-building leads to more enjoyable and successful performances.
Realistic outcomes depend on your starting point, instrument, and practice commitment. A beginner might expect to play simple melodies within a few weeks of consistent lessons and practice. Intermediate students typically see improvements in technique, sight-reading, and performance confidence within weeks to months. Advanced students often focus on refining tone quality, mastering complex repertoire, or preparing for auditions. The key is consistent practice between lessons—tutors provide direction and accountability, but your progress ultimately reflects the effort you invest in practicing at home.
Tutors help you prepare by selecting appropriate repertoire, building the technical skills needed for your pieces, and creating a structured practice timeline leading up to your performance date. They provide feedback on phrasing, dynamics, and interpretation—elements that judges and audiences notice. As your audition or recital approaches, tutors often simulate performance conditions, help you manage nerves, and ensure your pieces are polished and confident. This targeted preparation increases your likelihood of performing well and helps you feel more prepared and less anxious.
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