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Erik

Certified Tutor

Erik

Bachelor in Arts, Modern Literary Studies
Erik's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Chemistry
College Algebra

I'm a Los Angeles native new to Brooklyn! I received my BA in Modern Literature from the University of California, Santa Cruz and my MS in Counseling Psychology from California State University, Long Beach. Despite the humanities degrees, I've always been a math and science nerd. My favorite science...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor in Arts, Modern Literary Studies

California State University-Long Beach - Master of Science, Counseling

Marriage and Family Therapy

Sophie

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sophie

Current Grad Student, Literature
Sophie's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Reading Comprehension
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
College English

I am a graduate student currently working on my PhD in Literature. While I love reading and writing, my favorite part of graduate school has been working as a teaching assistant and helping undergraduate students improve their reading and writing skills. I love discovering students' different intere...

Education

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Bachelors, Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature

University of California-Santa Cruz

Current Grad Student, Literature

Test Scores
ACT
31
GRE
316

Certified Tutor

Carly

Master of Arts, Education
Carly's other Tutor Subjects
Art
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature

I graduated from the University of California- Santa Cruz, where I received my MA in Education, and my English Teaching Credential. I also earned a Bachelor's of Arts in Drama with a minor in Literature from University of California- Irvine. Since receiving my credential, I have taught High School a...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Master of Arts, Education

University of California-Irvine

Bachelor in Arts, Drama

Certified Tutor

Amanda

Master of Arts, Mathematics Education State Certified Teacher
Amanda's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arithmetic
College Algebra

I have a background in mathematics education that includes teaching at the junior high, high school and collegiate level. I received my credential and Master's Degree in an intensive program at the University of California at Santa Cruz; an institution well known for its excellent education departme...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Master of Arts, Mathematics Education State Certified Teacher

SUNY at Binghamton

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science

Test Scores
GRE
335

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Emily

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
College Application Essays

I taught English and creative writing for several years during my graduate work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, including first-year English writing courses. I am passionate about helping students of all ages improve their writing skills. I love leading students through the writing process t...

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor in Arts, Romance Languages

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Liana

MED
Liana's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra 2

I am a graduate of UC Santa Cruz with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics. I also possess a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Oregon. I have over twelve years of experience tutoring math at the upper elementary, middle school, high school, and college levels. My passion is helping ...

Education

University of Oregon

MED

University of California-Santa Cruz

MED

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Michael

Doctorate (PhD)
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Creative Writing
AP European History
High School World History
High School Level American History

I recently received a PhD in the History of Consciousness program at the University of California Santa Cruz. This renowned interdisciplinary program is concentrated in the humanities while corresponding with other disciplines such as social science, physical science, and the arts. My academic wor...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Doctorate (PhD)

Claremont Graduate University

Master's/Graduate

University of Minnesota-Crookston

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

4+ years

April

Bachelors, English Literature with a minor in History
April's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
9th-12th Grade Writing
ACT English
Adult Literacy

I'm a professional journalist and teach kids yoga on the side. I've taught SAT/ACT/AP test prep in the past with great results, and I'd love to help make writing, reading, history and grammar way more fun and accessible for you!

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelors, English Literature with a minor in History

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Brittany

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Brittany's other Tutor Subjects
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
College English
College Essays

I received my Bachelors from the University of California Santa Cruz in Psychology, graduating Cum Laude. While attending college I had the opportunity to work for the University's Learning Support Services as a tutor and mentor for my fellow students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am m...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ethan

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Adult ESL/ELL
College Application Essays
Conversational French

I graduated from the University of California in Santa Cruz, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics. During my time at university, I focused on French, German, foreign language education, and applied linguistics; I also had the privilege of completing a year abroad at the Humboldt Unive...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Gregory

Bachelors, Literature and Art
Gregory's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

Creating the desire to learn is fundamental to great tutoring. Learning is a lifelong pursuit and I work to encourage this approach with my students. I work to grow this spark and with it my students flourish.What makes me a great tutor is my ability to inspire inquisitiveness in children. My goal i...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelors, Literature and Art

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Mary

Masters, Law
Mary's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Conversational Spanish

I'm a retired attorney with a lot of teaching experience. I've always loved reading, writing, and languages.Regarding standardized tests: I received the highest score on the A.P English exam, a perfect score on the SAT literature exam, and a perfect score on the logic portion of the LSAT.I traveled ...

Education

Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago Kent College of Law

Masters, Law

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelors, Spanish Literature

Certified Tutor

Laurel

Master of Science, Astronomy & Astrophysics
Laurel's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Calculus AB

I have a B.S. in Physics from MIT, and a M.Sci. in Astrophysics from UC Santa Cruz, where I conducted research on black holes and exoplanets. I've been doing (and teaching) high level math and physics full time during my stint in grad school, and look forward to passing on my expertise to you.I have...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Master of Science, Astronomy & Astrophysics

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Evan

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Evan's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-5th Grade Math
3rd-5th Grade Science

I received my Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from the University of California, Santa Cruz. I also hold a certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from the University of California, Santa Barbara. I have experience tutoring ESL privately in Brazil and through Skype. I ...

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ari

Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics
Ari's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra
Algebra 2

Hi! My name's Ari and I've been tutoring math and physics for over 10 years. I really enjoy working with students and helping them to understand a subject I find very interesting. I'm happy to help with material from elementary algebra through multi-variable calculus.

Education

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics

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Tutors who attended UC Santa Cruz have completed advanced coursework in their subject areas and passed the university's challenging assessments. Beyond academics, they've developed deep subject mastery and proven they can excel in a competitive learning environment. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors whose educational background and expertise align with your specific needs, ensuring you learn from someone with credible, demonstrated knowledge.

Tutors who graduated from UC Santa Cruz excel across STEM fields (biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, mathematics), humanities (literature, history, writing), social sciences, and languages. Many have specialized knowledge in courses that are central to UCSC's programs, including upper-level coursework in their majors. When you connect with a tutor, you'll be matched based on your specific subject and academic goals.

Yes. Tutors who graduated from UC Santa Cruz understand what it takes to succeed academically at a rigorous university and can help you develop stronger study habits, master difficult concepts, and perform better on exams and assignments. Research shows that personalized 1-on-1 instruction significantly improves student outcomes. Your tutor can focus on the specific areas where you need support most.

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You'll work 1-on-1 with your tutor on a schedule that works for you. Your tutor will assess your current level, identify gaps in understanding, and create a personalized plan to help you reach your goals—whether that's mastering a specific topic, improving your grade, or preparing for an exam. Sessions focus on your biggest challenges, and your tutor adjusts the approach based on what's working best for your learning style.

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