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Molly
I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math and Reading intervention. I have several tools and resources from various curricula to work with an...
Northwestern University
Master of Science in Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, History

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Allan
I'm a big Boston Celtics fan and I speak three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where ...
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I'm an actor, writer and musician living in New York City. I grew up in Minneapolis, MN (by way of Palo Alto, California). I graduated from Northwestern University in 2014, with a B.A. in Theatre, and a minor in American History.
Northwestern University
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Paula
I am extremely passionate about academics and learning; the value of each was inculcated into me at a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests and have been privileged enough to pursue knowledge in those areas. I even enjoy tucking away "useless...
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Sarah
I am an experienced tutor and classroom teacher with a passion for helping students learn - especially when it doesn't come easy. I love teaching math, especially since I know that it can be hard. While I specialize in working with middle and high school students, I have worked with students as youn...
Providence College
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University of Notre Dame
Bachelors, Psychology

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10+ years
Madeline
I am currently a graduate student Johns Hopkins University getting my masters in chemical and biomolecular engineering. I have spent a lot of time around children and I have spent a good amount of time teaching as well. I want all students that I tutor to feel comfortable when I am tutoring them and...
Johns Hopkins University
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Hasan
I am a graduate of Brown University, where I earned my B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts, taking courses in a wide array of subjects ranging from contemporary American fiction to ancient Indian classics. My first teaching experience came in college when I had the privilege of creating and teachi...
Brown University
B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts

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Dakota
I am a native Texan now living in NYC. I just finished my Master's degree, and I love food, reading, and travel. I've been working and volunteering as a tutor since my high school days, and I am eager to provide advanced-level assistance to you! I'm a friendly, approachable person who maintains a pr...
Vanderbilt University
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Vanderbilt University
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Richard
I am currently a PhD candidate at Northwestern University, studying microbiology and public health (my two biggest passions). I received my Bachelor of Science with high honors from Emory University in 2011, where I double-majored in Biology and Spanish. During my time at Emory, I studied abroad in ...
Northwestern University
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Emory University
Bachelors, Biology and Spanish

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Julian
I am well-equipped to help students improve their reading comprehension and essay writing skills. As an avid reader and writing enthusiast, I naturally find great joy in reviewing and editing the work of others. Although writing is incredibly stylistic, it is also remarkably formulaic. With proper p...
Boston College
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I am well versed in all types of questions the students will be faced with on homework or exams. Also, in addition to my teaching experience at Purdue, I have been teaching a one week course in Shanghai yearly since 2008 to prepare Chinese Occupational Health and Safety professionals to take the Certified Industrial Hygienist exam and part of what I help them with are some of the tricks of the trade for successfully taking these types of exams. I also helped my daughter prepare for her GRE exam when her GRE Boot Camp program was suddenly cancelled my prep work with her helped her increase her math score approximately 100 points.
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I am “HQ” (Highly Qualified) certified to teach Social Studies for grades 7-12. I currently teach a sophomore level ethics class at St. Edwards University. I taught several classes at The University of Texas at Austin as a Doctoral Candidate, where I also earned my M.A. in Philosophy. At the University of Southern California, I earned my B.A. with Departmental Honors along with the Discovery Scholar’s award for excellence in independent research. I have been tutoring and teaching for eleven years, with a primary emphasis on developing my students’ writing and critical thinking skills.
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I am an undergraduate student at Vanderbilt University who is pursuing a major in mathematics and a minor in computer science. My experience in tutoring environments entails working at a learning center teaching mathematics and serving as a volunteer in various mentorship and tutoring programs. While I have taught various subjects such as financial literacy and music, I especially love to work with students in mathematics as well as SAT preparation. Hobbies: art, books, hiking, nature, reading, cooking, music, writing
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I am a graduate of Rutgers College - Undergraduate Business School. I received my Bachelor of Science in Finance with a minor in English. I believe that students learn best when taught in an engaging and energetic way but also believe that it is only through patience and an individualized approach that you can you truly understand the way that a student comprehends and retains that knowledge. I work hard to encompass creativity, energy, and patience in the ways that I teach. My passion for education and learning began in high school where I regularly tutored Math and English to students of all ages. For the past 9 years, I worked in the Financial Services industry in various finance and human resources roles. This experience allowed me to work with all different types of people and helped me develop my skills for understanding unique personalities and how different individuals are motivated. Throughout my career post-college, I continue to be involved in the Learning & Development of my colleagues and often create training guides and conduct training sessions on various relevant topics such as computer skills and financial applications. I am extremely excited and fortunate to have the opportunity to work with students again and in an area where my true passion has always been: education. In my spare time, I love being with friends and family, discovering food festivals around NYC and finding any excuse to travel.
Sarah
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I am a graduate of the University of Kentucky's College of Engineering with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Classics giving me a strong background in mathematics, language and the hard sciences. Hobbies: art, outdoors, reading, writing, books, music
Ingy
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I am seeking fellowship as an actuary. I have always enjoyed helping my peers in classes with unclear teaching methods, which led me to tutor at a young age in my K-12 school, then in college. The cumulative nature of math poses challenges to many students, and I like to find ways to connect the dots to help my students have a better grasp of difficult concepts. While I have tutored a variety of subjects, such as math, economics, chemistry, finance, and linguistics, I now focus on tutoring math, primarily, since it is my passion. I have a very flexible tutoring style, and my approach strongly depends on each of my students' needs. The goal is for students to leave in a more calm, confident state than before. Hobbies: nature, books, yoga, outdoors, reading, cooking, music, writing, art
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The biggest challenge in 4th Grade math is the shift from concrete to abstract thinking. Students often struggle with multi-digit multiplication and division—especially understanding why the standard algorithm works, not just memorizing steps. Word problems that require multiple steps trip up many students because they need to identify what operation to use and in what order. Fractions are another major hurdle; students frequently confuse the numerator and denominator or don't grasp that 1/4 and 2/8 represent the same amount. Finally, many students find it hard to explain their reasoning and "show their work" in a way that demonstrates understanding rather than just getting an answer.
Tutors help students build conceptual understanding by using visual models, manipulatives, and real-world examples before jumping to abstract algorithms. For instance, instead of just teaching the standard multiplication algorithm, a tutor might use arrays or area models so students see why 24 × 3 breaks down into (20 × 3) + (4 × 3). This approach helps students recognize patterns and understand when and why to use different strategies. When students grasp the "why" behind a procedure, they retain it longer, apply it more flexibly, and feel more confident tackling new problems.
A strong tutor breaks down word problems into manageable steps: first, identifying what the problem is asking and what information is relevant; second, deciding which operation(s) to use and in what order; and finally, checking that the answer makes sense in context. Tutors often teach students to underline key information, draw pictures or diagrams, and talk through their thinking aloud. By practicing this structured approach repeatedly with different problem types—comparison problems, measurement problems, problems involving time or money—students build confidence and develop strategies they can apply independently.
Fractions are abstract and require students to think about a whole in a new way—as parts of a unit rather than individual objects. Many students haven't yet internalized that 1/4 means "one out of four equal parts" and that different fractions (like 2/8 and 1/4) can represent the same amount. Tutors use concrete tools like fraction bars, pie charts, and number lines to make fractions visual and tangible. Once students see fractions represented multiple ways, they start to recognize equivalent fractions and understand how to compare them—skills that are essential for later work with decimals and percentages.
Many 4th graders can solve problems intuitively but lack the language and structure to communicate their reasoning clearly. Tutors teach students to use words like "I started with...," "Then I...," and "So the answer is..." to narrate their problem-solving process. They also model how to use drawings, number lines, and equations to show thinking visually. By practicing explanation in low-pressure, one-on-one sessions, students build confidence articulating their math thinking—a skill that supports deeper learning and is increasingly important as math becomes more complex.
Effective instruction starts with place value understanding and builds to the standard algorithm gradually. A tutor might begin with partial products (breaking 24 × 3 into 20 × 3 and 4 × 3, then adding) so students see how the algorithm actually works. Visual models like area models or arrays help students see why we multiply tens by tens, tens by ones, and ones by ones separately. Once students grasp the logic, the standard algorithm becomes a shortcut they understand rather than a mysterious set of steps. This foundation also prevents common errors like misaligning digits when multiplying by two-digit numbers.
Math anxiety often stems from past struggles, pressure to be fast, or fear of making mistakes. Tutors create a judgment-free space where students can ask questions, work through problems at their own pace, and learn that mistakes are part of the learning process. By celebrating small wins—mastering a tricky multiplication fact, finally understanding why fractions work a certain way—tutors help students shift from "I'm not a math person" to "I can figure this out." Personalized instruction also means students aren't rushed or compared to peers, which reduces pressure and allows them to build genuine understanding and confidence over time.
Place value is the foundation for everything in 4th Grade and beyond—multi-digit multiplication, division, decimals, and even fractions all depend on understanding that the position of a digit determines its value. Many students memorize that the "tens place" exists without truly grasping that 30 is three groups of ten. A tutor helps students see place value concretely using base-ten blocks, bundles of sticks, or place value charts, then gradually moves to more abstract representations. When students truly understand place value, multi-digit operations become logical extensions of single-digit facts rather than confusing new procedures.
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