Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Maryland

During college, I worked as an essay-exam grader for an introductory level class. Now that I've graduated, I'm eager to help students with their writing before it reaches a grader. I know the challenges students face and what teachers/professors are looking for in papers. Good study skills can also make all the difference to a student's efficacy and I enjoy finding what works for them! I take a positive, motivational approach to what is often...

...have been working for Varsity for over 5 years, and have tutored a wide range of students of all ages. I am very comfortable with children who might be shy or nervous working with a tutor, as well as those who are not too enthused about having any extra work! My tutoring style involves incorporating not only the review of the material but also practice in how to take notes, become an active and engaged...

I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a B.A. in Writing Seminars, with additional coursework in Literature, History, Psychology, Sociology and French. I have tutored variously-aged students in different subjects: high school students in English and the SAT Critical Reading and Writing sections; elementary school children in literacy; and adults in basic math. I have also taught World Religions to students at the Columbia University High School Summer Program, and creative writing/literature to high schoolers...

I am a current undergraduate student studying Computer Science at Caltech. I have years of experience tutoring students in test prep (SAT, ACT, SAT II subject tests), mathematics, and science. In high school, I have tutored younger students in mathematics and English. Throughout college, I have done private tutoring in SAT, PSAT, and math and science subjects. Also, I have worked with two students from China: I helped one boy with SAT prep and editing...

Greetings! My name is Tim Mannel. I graduated from the University of Virginia in May with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. As an older brother, former babysitter, and camp counselor, I have always enjoyed working with children of all ages. It was my own youthful fascination with the natural world which led me to study science - the kid in me is what helps me connect with children. I place an...

I am a rising second-year student at the American University Washington College of Law and am currently concentrating on intellectual property law. Originally from California, I grew up speaking a mixture of Chinese and Vietnamese at home while learning English and Spanish in school. While I love learning new languages and about new cultures, I most enjoyed writing and reading in school. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, creating short films, and browsing independent...

I grew up in the DC-NOVA area and I am a recent graduate of the College of Charleston in South Carolina. There I pursued a double major in economics and philosophy, as well as a minor in environmental studies. As a student-tutor I enjoyed helping student grapple with difficult concepts and enjoyed watching them succeed. While I have a broad interest in economics and statistics, I particularly enjoy macro-economics and monetary theory. I hope to...

...My name is Ellis McKennie and I am excited for the opportunity to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors! I am a former college football player at the University of Maryland. I recently graduated from law school and live in Washington, DC where I work as an attorney for a big law firm. I am excited to have the opportunity to tutor students in areas where I have had a great deal of experience and...

...a teaching assistant for biology courses, a tutor for molecular and cellular biology, and a writing tutor for graduate students, helping them refine research papers, essays, and personal statements. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about biology (including cellular biology, microbiology, immunology, physiology, and anatomy), general chemistry, and writing (essay editing, college admissions essays, and English-related coursework). Science, in particular, excites me because it allows us to understand the...

I am excited about the chance to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors. I have two years of experience as a full time English teacher in South Korea, where I worked with elementary and middle school students. I was also an independent tutor for six months in Australia. I have a bachelors degree in Political Science, and a Master degree in Law and Diplomacy, so I am able to help students with history, political science,...

I graduated from University of Michigan in 2016. Following my graduation, I worked as a paralegal in a mid-sized law firm in Washington, D.C. Currently, I am a first-year student at The George Washington University Law School. I have taken the LSAT more than once and I am here to help future test-takers to work their way up to the 90th percentile and above on the LSAT. Patience and practice are two of the most...

...the year. My favorite subject to tutor is Algebra because it is so richly layered with meaning for me as an individual and as a person. It fascinates me how these equations can be interpreted from different perspectives, depending on what there needs to be solved, what angles things need to be structured at for efficiency, what speed roller-coaster can max at, etc. I am passionate about helping students because I believe that when we...

...Future Students! I am a 200 hour certified Yoga Alliance instructor and I'm looking forward to teaching you yoga! Yoga is not about fancy poses or working out. Yoga is a self-practice that builds inner-resilience and peace. It gives us the ability to feel like we can go through our lives with balance and compassion. I teach two group classes online per week, and am looking forward to teaching more one-on-ones and reaching new students....

I earned my undergraduate degree in Literature from Yale University and my Master of Arts in Teaching with a specialty in Secondary English from American University. I taught middle school reading for three years. I taught a number of students with unique needs such as English Language Learners, students with learning disabilities, and students needing remediation. My favorite part of teaching is getting to know my students as learners and tailoring my instruction to meet...

I am a Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering major studying at UMD. As someone who loves chemistry, physics, and math, I aim to share that passion with my tutees.

I am a prospective medical student, and I have privately tutored many students remotely and in my college town of State College, PA. While tutoring in many subjects brings me great joy, I especially love tutoring students in Chemistry, Biology, and standardized exams (I am a 96th percentile scorer on the MCAT and a 99th+ percentile scorer on the SAT). I am passionate about being an academic mentor to my students by helping them fine-tune...

Hi, I'm Claudia! I love using the outdoors as a classroom and an opportunity for exploration and expression. I've spent the last several years working with all age groups, from toddlers to college freshmen, to make learning as fun as it is important. Ask me about mollusks or the American South (or anything really)!

...teaching assistant at top public and private universities. Let's do this! About your tutor I'm a Philadelphia native and proud Maryland transplant. I have a BA in physics from Princeton University and a master's in history of science from the University of Oklahoma (2013). I am finishing my PhD in history of science at Johns Hopkins University. My research is a blast (literally)- I specialize in the history of the US space program and have...

I am a Junior at the University of Maryland-College Park double majoring in Psychology and Sociology. After completing my undergrad, I hope to attain a doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Child and Adolescent Psychology. I am very passionate about personal growth and mental health and believe that education is absolutely necessary for a quality life. I hope to preach the importance of academic growth and my appreciation for it to all of my future students!...

Junior, Georgetown University. Majoring in Government and History.