Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

...connect my students to any college admissions departments I am familiar with. Although my tutoring specialty is test prep -- SAT, ACT, PSAT, SHSAT, and GRE -- I particularly love tutoring writing, and creative writing is a hobby of mine. My philosophy is that even when we are preparing for a standardized exam, we should always be relating the work to your passions, pursuits, and educational goals to make the work that much more meaningful....

...a teaching credential for Social Science, and a MA in Education with a focus on curriculum and instruction; my thesis focused on the impact of humor on learning and the learning environment. Over the last decade I have taught within the humanities(grades 6-12). I have a passion for cultivating important skills like, writing, presentation, debate, organization, time management, and study skills. Additionally, I have taught international, ESL, and students with various learning differences like dyslexia...

A life-long learner and teacher, Marc is always eager to help, and continually bettering himself to be of help to others. Currently a medical student in Philadelphia, he intends to become a practicing physician in his hometown of NYC.... Re-explain as many times as needed with as many different examples and strategies. Most importantly, I would check to make sure a student understood before moving on.

...served me well in school. I have tutored people in Biology, Physiology, general and Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Writing proficiency, and Physics. I also teach SHSAT prep to 7th graders. I am qualified to teach strategy and content for the SAT and MCAT, as well as high school Science, Writing, and Math classes. My greatest strength as a tutor is my ability to simplify abstract concepts using analogies and real-life comparisons so that anybody can learn...

...school to prepare for attending Dental School next year. I have been tutoring over the past five years and have been able to help students overcome various challenges that they face during an academic year. During my years of experience, I worked with college, high school and middle school students in different subjects; including but not limited to: Biology, Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, Physics, DAT Prep and Mathematics (SAT Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I & II,...

...and ask for help, when necessary. I tutor primarily biology and chemistry at the high school and undergraduate levels, as well as admissions exams, such as the ACT, the GRE, and the MCAT. My true passion is at the interface of biology and chemistry in the areas of biochemistry and molecular biology. I find it fascinating to learn about how fundamental concepts of chemistry allow biological organisms to function effectively. During my undergraduate career, I...

...DAT, which I scored in the 98th percentile when I took it myself! I also provide application advice for applying to Dental school. After taking my DAT, I applied to 8 dental schools and was accepted to 7 of them! In my undergraduate semesters, I often took up multiple positions to be a resource for tutoring and mentoring to underclassman students. This included teaching an introduction to chemistry lab course and being a peer-mentor and...

...firsthand knowledge of the challenges and demands faced by students and professionals alike. This experience has further enhanced my ability to mentor and guide students effectively, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future careers. I am passionate about helping students navigate their educational journeys and achieve their full potential. What excites me about Varsity Tutors is its dedication to providing personalized, one-on-one tutoring that supports students in achieving their academic goals. I am inspired by...

...identify what the student prefers. I then work with my students to create a new study schedule using the new method instead of the old one (ie., flashcards vs. rereading the chapter once or twice). I also typically like to communicate with the student's teacher once or twice early in on tutoring to gain a sense of their perception of the student, how s/he teaches class, if the student is missing any assignments, if there...

...that makes and scores standardized tests. I obtained my Bachelors at Oberlin in Music, played in several chamber music ensembles and worked at the college radio station WOBC. Outside of teaching I work as musician and dancer, and have performed in Broadway and off-broadway shows performing regularly throughout the city. I have also earned my masters from the Jordan College of Fine Arts at Butler University, while being an Eagle Scout and Kentucky Colonel.... Learning is...

...English skills, and encouraged me to seek out information about different citation styles. While I now tutor a range of subjects, I am most passionate about music, French, and English. I love the potential for communication and creativity that languages and the arts provide. My tutoring approach focuses on meeting the student where they are as a learner, and helping them grow and gain awareness of their needs and strengths. I am flexible in my...

...journey. I am a Certified NYC English Educator (gr.7-12). I graduated from Brooklyn College with a BA in English Education and Philosophy. I have been studying for standardized tests and SATs since 3rd grade. I have taught various grades ranging from 2nd grade to 12th grade in Math and English (Reading and Writing ). I have done private in-home tutoring for about 4-5 years and in a group setting for about 2 years.

Hi! I am passionate about tutoring and mentoring students. I want to make learning fun and want to work together to reach your academic goals! Look forward to connecting with you!! :)

...I have worked as an EMT for the past 4 years and have developed a deep passion for medicine and STEM. I love reading, writing, and the social sciences as well and am eager to explore all of these subjects with you. My goal is to empower you to become a well-rounded, independent learner with strong study techniques and a thirst for knowledge. I consider myself a life-long learner and can't wait to join you...

...History, Science calculus, and algebra I, and II.ACT, SAT, GEP, ISEE-Middle level I am working as a Paraprofessional/ Teacher Aide in Pennsylvania School. As a mentor, I will guide you step by step to make the best of your educational Journey. I aim to Spread the Knowledge and skills that I earned in my life till yet and plan to go for further studies as well. Looking forward to mentoring you shortly.

...be the motto of my alma mater, Illinois State University. I earned my Bachelor's in English and taught for a few years before returning for a Master's in Education. Although I taught students at the secondary level for a long time, I wasn't always a teacher. I was also a writer for newspapers and syndicated magazines. One of my treasured opportunities included collaborating with a mystery novelist to promote one of her books back in...

I am a special education teacher who has been teaching for over 30 years. I currently teach in a high school. I am highly qualified in both Math and English, as well as all elementary subjects. I enjoy working one on one with students and getting to know them on a personal level.

...I balance friendly encouragement with a rigorous approach, and strive to help students develop confidence and a sense of mastery. I believe the best way to improve on the LSAT is by working with real test questions through a mix of untimed sections and timed practice tests. We can work together to set up a study plan so that you can get the most out of your study time and use our sessions for targeted...

...most intuitive area in math, and nothing in teaching brings me more joy than in helping students develop their own sense of intuition towards a subject. I have experience working with students at the elementary, middle school, and high school level in math. This has included creating individualized plans to work with a student's needs, whether they are in need of support with working on assignments or lessons to supplement the curriculum for their level....

...and geometry. Most maths are my favorite subjects to tutor. Math is such an essential subject to understand, and I am here to help students understand that! Every student learns differently; at different paces and adjust better to different methods. My tutoring style is to tend more towards the student and figure out what works best for them. Outside of academia, I am a fencer! I started fencing since my junior year of high school,...