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Isabella

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Isabella

Current Grad Student, Operations Research
Isabella's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at t...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies)

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Current Grad Student, Operations Research

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Eric

Certified Tutor

Eric

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

I am patient and collaborative. I work with my students to help them come to the answers on their own, and I find creative and fun ways for students to think about the material in a new light.

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
32
Alisha

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Alisha

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Dance
Alisha's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Statistics
Pre-Calculus

I am a senior at Virginia Commonwealth University. I am working towards a BFA in Dance and Choreography with minors in Political Science and Psychology. I have served as a TA for a freshman honors writing course at VCU since Fall 2018. I have also assisted and taught children's dance classes. I enjo...

Education

Virginia Commonwealth University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Dance

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
34
Ayako

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ayako

Bachelor in Arts, English
Ayako's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am a rising third-year student at Trinity College Dublin, and I am working towards a degree in English Literature. I have a lot of practical test-taking and study skills to offer, particularly in high school and middle school academics and standardized testing! I also consider myself a well-rounde...

Education

Trinity College Dublin

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Shawn

Certified Tutor

Shawn

Master of Science, Chemistry
Shawn's other Tutor Subjects
6th-8th Grade Science
6th-7th Grade math
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I am a patient teacher who can explain problems in many different ways according to how individual students learn best. I only ask that you know and explain to me what topics you do not know or get so far. I know that every student can learn a subject with a combination of practice and patience, but...

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Master of Science, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Nidhi

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Nidhi

Bachelor, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
Nidhi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of Rutgers University - Honors College with a BA in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. I am currently finishing up medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. I have an extensive background in tutoring and mentoring students in various subjects including h...

Education

Rutger's University

Bachelor, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

Julia

Certified Tutor

Julia

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Studies
Julia's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I am a rising junior at Brown University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies with a focus on Sustainability in Development. I graduated from West Islip High School as class valedictorian in 2013. My tutoring career began on a mission trip to El Salvador in which I tutored children f...

Education

Brown University

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Studies

Test Scores
ACT
34
Simon

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Simon

Bachelors
Simon's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning

I am an avid rower and bicyclist. I also greatly enjoy growing vegetables and playing basketball.

Education

Yale University

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Patricia

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Patricia

Bachelor in Arts
Patricia's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
AP Environmental Science

I am experienced in tutoring math, science, English, and the environmental sciences, but my favorite subjects to tutor are beginner's Chinese, reading and writing skills, and essay writing and revision. Over the years, I've seen that every student has an individual, personalized learning style, and ...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Hillel

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Hillel

Bachelor of Science, Geology
Hillel's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am currently working on publishing my honors senior thesis on Antarctic ice sheet dynamics in a scientific journal. Outside of academia, I enjoy performing as an actor on the stage and screen. I am passionate about carrying artistic endeavors alongside academic pursuits. I tutor a wide array of ac...

Education

Brown University

Bachelor of Science, Geology

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Sydney

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +43 Subjects

I am a 2019 graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, where I received a dual degree BFA in Vocal Performance and BA in Creative Writing. I also achieved a GPA of 3.92, 3 semesters on the Dean's List, induction into Phi Beta Kappa as well as Sigma Tau Delta (the English honors society) and Pi Kappa Lambda (the Music honors society), Carnegie Mellon University Honors, and Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences Honors. I graduated Bloomfield Hills High School with a 3.96 GPA in 2015, and was a National Merit Finalist as well as a Presidential Scholarship candidate, thanks to my top test scores.

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Rachel

Calculus Tutor • +38 Subjects

I am a dedicated, highly motivated individual with a passion for enhancing the learning experiences of others. I have taught as a classroom teacher and as a volunteer at state and national parks for the past few years. I focus particularly on highlighting connections between various subject matter to individuals' everyday lives. After I graduated with my Masters degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2014, I moved to New Mexico to pursue a career in environmental conservation. I currently work as a supervisor for an AmeriCorps program that provides opportunities for young adults to gain skills working in the field of conservation while also receiving training for personal and professional development. I aspire to become a ranger with the National Park Service and a freelance writer.

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Cassandra

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects

I am a current PhD candidate in experimental geophysics at MIT. I have successfully tutored dozens of students for the GRE; these students report not only higher scores but deeper understanding of the material, even in areas they have struggled with for years. Many of my students have not taken relevant quantitative courses for years and have forgotten much of their fundamental math skills, but after working with me for a short time, they are able to achieve great GRE quantitative scores. Students also enjoy my approach to the verbal section, where we work on decoding the questions and narrowing answer choices based on the type of question. I focus on a strong understanding of the concepts being tested as well as on test-taking skills. After working together, all of my students feel more comfortable entering the exam and sure of their own abilities, and nearly all of my students end up meeting or exceeding their original score goals.

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Katie

Calculus Tutor • +42 Subjects

I'm an undergraduate student at Boston University studying Neuroscience and Human Physiology in the Kilachand Honors College. I am a member of the BU D1 dance team and global medical brigades. I recently returned from a trip to Honduras where my brigade was able to provide healthcare to a rural community in central Honduras.

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John

Calculus Tutor • +27 Subjects

I am a former middle school science teacher and science curriculum chair in Philadelphia. I recently graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Master's degree in Education. In undergraduate, I graduated with honors in history and Russian language studies. I am also a Teach For America corps member alumnus. Right now I am the Learning and Development Coordinator for Impark USA. I enjoy teaching and love to work with others to overcome their academic challenges.

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Bill

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +59 Subjects

I am a big science buff, especially astronomy and evolutionary biology. I was also a competitive wrestler for 10 years and a competitive runner for five. I have 3 kids of my own and I love to teach.

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Zoey

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +54 Subjects

I'm hoping to help my students get as excited about learning as I always have been! My most recent teaching experience has been with a local marine biology summer camp, where I do my best to get the kids stoked about biology, ecology, environmental science, and conservation. While I feel most passionate about marine biology, I am also qualified to tutor a variety of different subjects. I have taken the SAT 11 different times, and feel very confident teaching standardized test subjects! For me, tutoring is about breaking down difficult subjects into bite-sized pieces for my students to understand. My motto is "baby steps," and I love finding new and personalized ways to make learning fun for my students. Outside of academia I can be found exercising, singing, playing the ukulele, lounging on the beach, or finding new and exciting ways to annoy my cat Mozart.

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Spencer

12th Grade math Tutor • +78 Subjects

I am a graduate of Brigham Young University where I majored in International Relations and Russian and of Thunderbird School of Global Management where I earned an MBA in International Business. My college and graduate studies include coursework in Writing, Literature, Geography, History, Political Science, Russian, Music, Business, Math, Science, and Art. Because of my experience with many different disciplines, I am able to teach a wide variety of subjects and have experience working with students of all ages from middle school to middle aged. My greatest skill as a tutor is the ability to adapt challenging material to the viewpoint of my students. This allows me to build bridges of understanding that help more analytical people feel at home in creative disciplines or vice versa. If you are a gifted artist struggling with Math, or an aspiring scientist struggling with creative writing, I'm your man! I am also a very experienced writer and editor. In my free time I enjoy hiking, literature, ultimate Frisbee, international travel, soccer, baking, music, strategy games, and philosophical discussions. I have lived in Africa, Western Europe, and Russia and visited over a dozen countries. Please note that due to the many different subjects I have studied, the list of classes above is not complete. If you have tutoring needs for a very specific subject, I may well have taken a course in that area. Feel free to reach out with questions!

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David

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +52 Subjects

I am a University of Texas - Austin graduate with honors, BS in Molecular Biology. I also hold an MS in Biology from University of California - San Diego, specializing in Cell Biology.

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Michael

Calculus Tutor • +64 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Michigan where I earned my bachelor of science degree in cellular and molecular biology. I chose this major because I am fascinated with how cells in the body interact with each other and the pathways in which they communicate. Originally being pre-med, I applied to medical schools the year after I graduated. Also during this gap year, I taught introductory chemistry lab for science majors at Grand Valley State University. After some self reflection I decided medical school was not the path I wanted to take and decided instead to move to New York City to pursue my other passion of performing on stage. However, due to my background in academia and teaching, I desired to maintain plugged into that world in whatever way I could. That is how I discovered VarsityTutors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Earth Science covers a broad range of topics organized around understanding Earth's systems. Common areas include geology (rocks, minerals, plate tectonics, and Earth's structure), meteorology (weather patterns, atmospheric processes, and climate), oceanography (ocean currents, marine ecosystems, and water cycles), and astronomy (planetary science, stars, and space exploration).

A tutor can help you master foundational concepts like the rock cycle, weather formation, and tectonic processes, while also connecting these topics to real-world applications like natural disaster prediction, climate change, and resource management. The specific focus depends on your curriculum and learning goals.

Many Earth Science concepts involve processes happening at scales or speeds that are hard to visualize—tectonic plates moving millimeters per year, or atmospheric layers miles above Earth. Tutors use multiple strategies to make these abstract ideas concrete: 3D models and diagrams, animations, real-world case studies (like specific earthquakes or weather events), and hands-on demonstrations.

For example, instead of just memorizing that convection drives plate movement, a tutor might use a simple experiment with heated oil and food coloring to show how heat creates movement in fluids. This bridges the gap between theory and observable reality, helping concepts stick long-term.

Memorizing that the mantle is made of rock is one thing; understanding why the mantle's heat drives plate tectonics, which causes earthquakes and volcanic activity, is understanding. True comprehension means seeing how concepts connect—how the water cycle links to weather patterns, or how mineral properties determine their uses in industry.

Tutoring emphasizes scientific reasoning and connections rather than isolated facts. Tutors ask questions like "Why does this happen?" and "How would this change if...?" to develop deeper understanding. This approach not only helps you perform better on exams but also prepares you for advanced science courses where systems thinking is essential.

Yes. While tutoring isn't a replacement for school lab time, many tutors incorporate hands-on experiments and demonstrations into sessions. This might include identifying minerals and rocks, analyzing real geological samples, creating weather models, interpreting seismic data, or doing other activities that reinforce classroom learning.

Hands-on work helps you develop practical scientific skills—observation, data collection, and interpretation—while reinforcing concepts. If you're struggling with a specific lab experiment or need help understanding lab results, a tutor can walk you through the scientific method and help you make sense of your findings.

Consider tutoring if you're struggling to connect concepts to the bigger picture, finding exams harder than homework, or feeling overwhelmed by the breadth of topics. Common trouble spots include understanding planetary motion, visualizing Earth's interior layers, making sense of weather systems, or grasping why certain rocks form in certain environments.

You might also benefit from tutoring if you want to excel in the course for college prep, strengthen your foundation before taking AP Environmental Science or Geology, or develop stronger scientific reasoning skills. A tutor can assess where you are and create a personalized plan to build confidence and competence.

The best Earth Science tutors combine subject expertise with the ability to explain complex systems clearly. They should be comfortable with visual and spatial reasoning (understanding 3D structures and processes), able to connect theory to real-world examples, and skilled at breaking down "big picture" topics into manageable pieces.

Look for tutors who ask questions to check your understanding rather than just lecturing, who use diagrams and models to illustrate concepts, and who can adapt explanations to your learning style. A tutor who is genuinely enthusiastic about Earth Science—whether it's geology, weather, or space—tends to inspire that curiosity in students.

Results vary based on your starting point and goals. If you're struggling with specific topics, you might see improvement in understanding and grades within a few weeks of focused tutoring. If you're working toward a higher test score or preparing for an AP exam, progress typically compounds over longer-term work as your foundational knowledge deepens.

Beyond grades, many students develop stronger spatial reasoning, better scientific communication skills, and increased confidence tackling complex problems. You'll likely find that Earth Science concepts start connecting across units—understanding how geology, weather, and oceans interact as parts of one dynamic system—which makes the subject both more interesting and easier to retain.

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