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Sonja

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sonja

Masters, Science Education
Sonja's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Science
Science
Q & A
What is your teaching philosophy?

My name is Sonja and I have a BS degree in Biology from Bennett College and a Masters in Science Education from Walden University.I am a lifelong learner and I believe that all students can learn.I believe there is always something new to learn. I, also, believe that all students learn differently. ...

Education

Walden University

Masters, Science Education

Bennett College for Women

Bachelors, Biology, General

Hakimah

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Hakimah

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Hakimah's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Math
Middle School
Middle School Math

I am a highly effective Middle School Math Teacher, with 8 years of experience as a fulltime math teacher. My goal as an educator is to close the achievement gap in mathematics. By providing online math instruction, and instructional videos, I will increase the number of students that meet grade-lev...

Education

Bennett College for Women

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Candace

Doctorate (PhD)
Candace's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
Elementary School Math

Candace Leverette is a 19-year educator who has served as a K-12 substitute teacher, STEM Coordinator, and curriculum facilitator in North Carolina, the District of Columbia, and Virginia charter and public schools. Throughout her years in education, she supported and improved student academic growt...

Education

George Washington University

Doctorate (PhD)

Gardner-Webb University

Master's/Graduate

Bennett College for Women

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

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

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Current Grad Student, M.D.
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...

Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, M.D.

Rice University

Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Solange

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Solange's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking

I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

Asta

Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Asta's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts in Political Science

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Tutors who graduated from Bennett College for Women bring firsthand experience navigating rigorous coursework and the college's academic environment. They understand the institution's values and expectations, and many have excelled in the same subjects they now teach. Their Bennett education gives them both subject expertise and insight into what it takes to succeed at a competitive HBCU.

An alumna tutor can share proven study strategies, explain how to build strong relationships with professors, and offer perspective on balancing academics with campus life. They've walked the same path and can mentor you not just on content, but on how to thrive in a community-focused learning environment. This personal connection often makes learning more engaging and relevant.

Bennett College for Women is known for strong liberal arts education, with particular strengths in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and professional programs. Tutors with Bennett backgrounds are especially effective in English, history, biology, chemistry, and business-related subjects. Many also have expertise in test preparation and writing skills, which are central to the Bennett curriculum.

Your first session is a chance to get to know your tutor and discuss your specific goals—whether that's improving a grade, preparing for an exam, or mastering a difficult concept. The tutor will assess your current level, ask about your learning style, and create a personalized plan tailored to your needs. This foundation helps ensure that every session afterward is focused and productive.

Yes. Tutors who attended Bennett College can help with standardized test prep (SAT/ACT), essay writing, and building academic skills that strengthen your college application. They can also share insights about what makes Bennett and similar institutions attractive to applicants, and help you develop the writing and critical thinking skills that lead to college success.

Varsity Tutors connects you with a tutor who takes time to understand how you learn best—whether through discussion, visual examples, practice problems, or other methods. Your tutor will adjust their teaching approach based on what works for you, rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. This personalized 1-on-1 instruction is designed to help you grasp concepts more deeply and retain what you learn.

A tutor with Bennett experience understands the rigor of the college's curriculum and can help you tackle challenging courses with targeted support. Whether you're working on problem sets, essay assignments, or preparing for exams, your tutor can break down complex material and help you develop the skills you need to succeed. Many students find that consistent tutoring support makes a real difference in their grades and confidence.

A tutor who graduated from Bennett College understands the institution's mission, values, and academic culture in a way that creates a meaningful mentoring relationship. They can speak authentically about their own Bennett experience, offer advice on campus resources, and serve as a role model for academic and personal growth. This shared connection often builds trust and makes the tutoring relationship more impactful.

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