Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Minneapolis, MN

...Economics and Political Science major at the University of Minnesota. In addition to being a tutor at Grade Potential, I work as a debate coach at Como Park High School in St. Paul. I have previously worked as volunteer tutor at East Side Neighborhood Services and as a Resident Assistant at the University of Michigan Summer Debate Institute. This summer I will also be working with high school students at the Minnesota Debate and Advocacy...

...astrophysics. I work for a technology startup in St Paul, and aim to attend graduate school in technology policy. I began tutoring in high school, and have since continued enjoyed helping my peers to see a puzzle in a new light. From four summers as a leadership camp counselor, I have gained confidence working one-on-one with a student to help them consider new perspectives, and from four years of discussion sections in college where I...

I am a recent graduate of St. Olaf College, where I received a B.A. (magna cum laude) in Philosophy with a concentration in Film Studies. I plan on pursuing a MA in Philosophy from The New School for Social Research. I am highly dedicated and detail oriented in both academic and professional pursuits.

...I am thrilled to be working with Varsity Tutors. I truly enjoy working with students of all ages, strengths, challenges, and motivation levels. I believe I can speak for my former students when I say that I am generally regarded as a friendly, kind, and funny tutor who knows how to bring out the best in her students and how to make the most productive use of each session. My time is valuable and I...

...lab courses, mostly in electronics for biomedical students. I enjoy helping to guide students to a better understanding, so they can explain a concept in their own words (not just in my words). I like to draw out visual explanations whenever possible, for math and science concepts. I've been excited about all kinds of science for pretty much all my life, and I hope I can convey some of this excitement! Outside of academia, I'm...

...manager in the music department. After college, I headed to The Ohio State University where I earned a Ph.D. in cognitive psychology with a specialization in college teaching. While I was a graduate student, I taught general psychology and ACT prep courses and scored ACT and SAT writing exams. Thanks to my education, I am an expert in psychology, reading, writing, and general scientific literacy. As a teacher and a tutor, I have worked with...

Every student has their own set of skills and intelligences. Success in school, however, requires more than book smarts. You need insight into how teachers grade, strategies for how to attack assignments, and a plan for a success. With my years of experience in education and academia, I am the perfect choice to help you unlock those secrets and your full potential.

I would describe myself as happy, upbeat and zealous for life. I am excited about the present and the future and therefore typically in a good mood and motivated for life. I have over ten years of teaching experience where most of it has been in Beijing, China. I have been tutoring students privately primarily in math and science. My undergraduate degree is in Electrical Engineering. My Master's Degree is in International Education. ... My educational...

...also completed my undergraduate studies with a dual major in computer science and mathematics and a physics minor. As part of my master's program, I held an assistantship teaching first-year calculus for three semesters (after one semester of training), and I have worked with individual students for several years through private tutoring work. I've also worked as a teaching assistant for linear algebra and later calculus courses. In addition to my tutoring work, I am...

...as they started to understand the material. I strongly believe that understanding concepts is just as important as being able to work out technical problems, and that all students (regardless of perceived mathematical intelligence) have the ability to do so. I also understand how mathematics functions to gatekeep some students from certain majors and jobs later in life, and it is my hope that I can help provide access to these majors and jobs for...

...helping students build skills and confidence that will help them academically and/or artistically, and more broadly in their lives. I offer knowledge, experience, supportive challenge, and the mentorship students need to achieve their goals and potential. I encourage my students to "make it their own" by nurturing a feeling of ownership and accountability in the learning process. I feel it is important to have integrity and "walk the walk" as a teacher; thus I am...

...different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT is making you nervous or you need some extra help keeping up in Spanish, I am confident that together, well figure out how to meet your current academic goals and develop the skills you need to face future challenges. Outside academia, I love to read I...

...and figure out where to begin. I want to help ease the burden of anxiety of such tests for others. I graduated from Luther College with a degree in Nursing. Outside my current job, I spent a fair amount time in clinical rotations at Mayo Clinic. I'm also currently working toward my stroke certification. I'm quietly passionate about psychology, and obviously the field of nursing. My main goal in tutoring is to help others progress...

...have a master's in biology and an undergraduate degree in fisheries biology. I am passionate about helping students because I love biology, and I want to help others foster a positive relationship with biology. I am comfortable tutoring college level biology, natural sciences, and anatomy courses. I have a strong background in natural resources so I love working with those classes, but I also enjoy tutoring general biology because that is the basis for future...

...a passion for teaching others and helping students of all ages. I am looking forward to working with students interested in the learning process, willing to make mistakes, and also students who can accept that learning is an active process where the student and tutor work together to understand a concept, and then continually work on similar examples until the student is able to make connections from basic concepts to relatable examples on their own....

...passions lie with writing of all kinds, which led me to study writing extensively through undergrad and law school. My experiences tutoring other college-age students also helped me discover a passion for helping others develop their own writing skills. My main goal in tutoring is to help the student learn the skills necessary for effective writing so that they can improve their skills and become a more independent writer over time. And because I love...

I wish to help students reach their full potential. Throughout a child's natural development, they may run into academic challenges. I want to be an effective role model that encourages curiosity and dedication towards education. Whatever it may look like such as becoming a life long learner like myself, or any short term goals such as passing a class or a standardized test. I look forward to meeting you!

I have been tutoring for two years now and am very eager to help students excel in their respective fields! I am an aspiring medical student and am currently completing a Masters at Columbia University in New York. Excited to work with everyone!

...Health Education and an MS in Health Information Management. My professional experience includes operational implementation of procedure and diagnosis codes for an HMO, Medicare policy quality review, healthcare consulting and auditing evaluation and management services, and education for implementing ICD-10 codes. Currently, I perform clinical analysis reviews to enhance healthcare software applications. Throughout my healthcare career, I have continued my education and obtained my Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification in 2002 and Certified Professional Medical...

...available to students in the lab when they have questions, I tutored students who struggled with the course. After college, I was an ESL tutor for adult refugees and immigrants. Clearly, I am passionate about STEM and education in general. Furthermore, I have experience with admission writing and interviewing. It is always gratifying to work with my students to fine tune their applications and personal statements, and see them grow confident in their interview skills....