Award-Winning PARCC Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...an undergraduate student, I am also uniquely able to offer mentoring and advice to any student interested in student life in college and college admissions. More than anything, I strive to be an approachable and reliable tutor whom my students feel that they can be comfortable with, because it is when a student is aware that their teacher is on their side that they feel comfortable thinking and asking questions in the ways that will...

...and tutor for several years. I love helping students achieve their goals and become independent learners. According to my teaching evaluations, 90 percent of students think my methods are effective or highly effective. I also won a teaching award in graduate school. I teach college history (American, European, and World history) and was a journalist for 7 years so I am also an expert when it comes to writing papers and essays. I scored very...

...school mathematics in Providence. I graduated from Cornell University in 2010 with a BA in Psychology. I dove into teaching right after college and taught 6th grade math. After a few years of teaching, I served as an Urban Education Fellow at Brown University. I love teaching math and working with students of all ages. I really love algebra concepts in particular! In my free time, I like to play soccer and surf at Narragansett...

...and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. Besides tutoring, I make my living writing content professionally for several ed tech companies. Outside of work, I love to hike and play with my dog. I am a huge traveler and am very thankful to have a career that allows me to be flexible in my location.... I believe that...

...and remediate skill gaps in order to improve their content mastery. As a teacher, I set high expectations my students, because I want them to achieve their full potential, but I make it clear that I am there to support them along their academic journey. My favorite part of teaching math is convincing kids who believe that they cannot succeed at math that they can succeed this confidence building is key. I love tutoring Pre-Algebra,...

...18 for several organizations. This provided me with a wide variety of material, lesson plans, and experiences that motivated me to work as a full-time AmeriCorps tutor in a public school in Chicago following graduation. I spent this year tutoring and mentoring fifth graders, providing whole classroom support and leading small group pull-outs. I also led an after school program focusing on homework help and Common Core skills for fifth and sixth grade. I have...

...this school, but found there was an incredible void in my life. Being young and wanting to travel the world, I decide to pursue teaching opportunities and other adventures in Maui, Hawaii where I taught 4th grade for several years. I have always been thirsty for traveling and experiencing new cultures, and Hawaii was what I needed. I then found myself extremely homesick after having my son, and returned to New Jersey where I currently...

...be tough and challenging, but nothing feels more rewarding then being proud of the hard work that went into figuring out a problem. I have traveled my whole life and my goal is to visit and learn from different cultures and traditions on all 7 continents. I have visited five continents so far and can't wait for my next adventure. I am a massive sports fan. I like football, baseball, basketball, and soccer. A lot...

...seek a career in teaching and tutoring. I am currently a substitute teacher for Clark County School District, predominately working with grades K-8. I have experience tutoring with two different institutions, as well as on a private basis. I am a graduate of the University of Nevada Las Vegas. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and also received a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have...

...recent graduate of Haverford College and a current student at Harvard Divinity School and Harvard Law School, I am extremely excited to work with students on topics ranging from elementary school English to college-level World Religion! Whether it's grammar, paper-editing, or exam studying, I'm here to help. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out--I am overjoyed to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team and look forward to working with...

...possible. Whether it be through a 15 minute conversation or hour long class, I prioritize building connections. Building positive relationships is essential in engaging a student in academic work. Math can be a tough subject to master, I like helping students see that arithmetic is not so scary. In fact, they can love it like Cady from Mean Girls, because it's the same in every language. When it comes to language arts, I know how...

...number one school of education in the country, Johns Hopkins University. I believe that I am very good at determining a student's individual needs and molding sessions based on a students strengths and needs. I am a certified special educator. I have multiple years of classroom teaching experience, primarily grades K-5. I am comfortable tutoring multiple subjects and grade levels including elementary school, middle school, college essays, english, special education, and gifted students. I have...

I am currently a fourth grade teacher at a public school. I have also taught second and fifth grade. I believe every student can learn and be successful as long as they are willing to work hard and not be afraid to make mistakes. It is important that instruction is engaging and differentiated in order to meet all student's individual needs and keep students interested and motivated.

Hi my name is Lisa Barsh and I have been a teacher for 5 years. I have taught 7th/8th grade Social Studies, 2nd grade and Kindergarten. I have experience with PARCC prep on the elementary level. I look forward to getting the opportunity to help students achieve their goals!

...you have come to my page and are interested in me tutoring you and or your child. I have many years experience in the education field, with my schooling and teaching experiences I feel I have many ways to help you. I am not only an educator, I am a mother and wife as well which gives me many opportunities in other situations which helps become a more rounded individual. Please feel free to contact...

I am an enthusiastic, passionate and motivated teacher. I am certified in Elementary Education, Spanish and ESL. Currently, I teach high school Spanish and tutor privately. I have taught numerous SAT Reading and Writing courses and tutored many subjects over the past 10 years. I believe every student learns differently and gear my lessons according to each student's needs. ... I believe in putting the students and their education first. It is important to inspire students...

...elementary public school teacher for nine years. As a self-contained and also departmentalized teacher I have worked with most grades level 1 through 8. Currently, I work for Matteson School District. I wanted to offer my passion for education, skills, and time to those who would benefit from additional support academically outside of the traditional classroom setting. Although we strive to each day, time nor the number of students we serve daily in the classroom...

...of the overall learning objectives. Beginning with Pre-Advance Placement (PreAP) English, the rigor and support of the literacy process builds throughout a student's educational career. In addition, MultiCultural Reading and Thinking (MCRaT) provides strategies useful in a diverse range of materials. Literacy Lab (Lit Lab) provides a firm foundation of the teacher as a facilitator and is further enhanced by America's Choice Reader and Writer Workshop Models. The strategies and techniques I have garnered from...

...creative thinking. My career also included being the Director of a Master of Arts in Teaching graduate program and faculty development. At the University level, I have taught graduate students and undergraduate students in subject matters of Education, Teacher Preparation, and Global Learning. I have extensive experience preparing students to pass their state teacher certification/ PRAXIS exams. Check out my reviews, with nearly 100% success ! I earned my PhD in Education at the Universiy...

...committed to helping students excel in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Programming. With a strong background in these subjects, I tailor my teaching approach to fit each student's unique learning style, ensuring they grasp concepts with clarity and confidence. My experience includes working with students at various levels, guiding them through complex topics, exam preparation, and skill development. I focus on fostering critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a genuine appreciation for learning. By creating a supportive and...