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Kate

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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

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University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Samuel

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Samuel

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade Algebra
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...

Education

California Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Charles

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Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34
Andrea

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Andrea

Bachelor of Science
Andrea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Geometry

I am also adept in tutoring english grammar, language, and literature. There are few things I enjoy more than a true challenge, whether it be physical or mental. I aspire to be a great inventor and hope that my ideas and creations may simplify life as we know it and bring health, comfort, and joy to...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1470
ACT
32
Justin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33
James

Certified Tutor

10+ years

James

Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math
James's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Calculus
Algebra
High School Physics

I am a freshman at Yale University, hailing originally from Seattle in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. I believe that education is one of the most fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to giv...

Education

Yale University

Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Daniel

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Daniel

Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry

I'm currently majoring in bioengineering/pre-med at Rice University. I graduated as the valedictorian of my high school class. My interests include biology, math, and violin performance. I've done neuroscience research at the Jungers Center for Neuroscience Reseach and the Oregon National Primate Re...

Education

Rice University

Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530
James

Certified Tutor

James

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
James's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Algebra 3/4
Geometry
Calculus

I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1570
Benjamin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Benjamin

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience and Russian
Benjamin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

I'm from a small town in southeast Michigan, where I went to high school before moving to Nashville for university. I just graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor's degree in neuroscience and Russian. During my time in high school and college, I tutored in a volunteer capacity on a wide...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience and Russian

Test Scores
ACT
34

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I am a undergraduate student at Cornell University. I am studying computer science in the College of Engineering. I have been tutoring in all subjects since 9th grade, mostly computer science and mathematics and SAT. My teaching philosophy is based on hands-on learning, and the motto of 'practice makes perfection'. The more you face the problem head on and break it into smaller pieces, the easier the problem becomes to solve. In my spare time, I like to go outside on runs and play basketball with my friends Hobbies: writing, music, art, movies, books, reading

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I am still asked by my friends to help them with their math and chemistry homework. I get calls from home asking if I can get on Skype to explain something, and I am always happy to oblige. I understand that my education is a privilege, and I want to do my part to help every person have the same opportunities that I had.

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i am a student at The University of Pennsylvania studying business and computer science. My interest in tutoring began in middle school when I started taking online math classes for more enrichment and exposure. In high school, I founded Mu Alpha Theta and ran it all four years of high school. I love teaching students in all aspects of math and science.

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I am a student at Boston College studying Economics and English. I have an excellent academic record, haven taken 14 AP courses throughout high school, and have preformed well on many standardized exams. I strive to help other students to do the same! I have three years of experience tutoring peers at high school, college, and privately, primarily in English, Math, and SAT prep. Though I tutor a range of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students conquer Standardized Tests (specifically the reading and writing sections) and English. I want to help students excel on Standardized Exams so they can pursue their higher education goals. I direct my tutoring towards identifying students' learning methods and catering to those to establish continued engagement in doing so, I hope to foster a love of learning similar to mine. Outside of tutoring and school, I enjoy reading and believe that reading consistently is the key to succeeding in writing and preforming well on Standardized Exams. My love for creative writing has also led me to draft a novel which I am continuing to edit, and as an Assistant Director of the Campus Activities Board at Boston College I plan live music-focused events to engage students on campus.

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AP Statistics Tutor • +59 Subjects

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12th Grade math Tutor • +36 Subjects

I'm just not very good at it." People tend to not be very excited about topics that they don't understand. Teachers and grades have been making them feel bad whenever they come to class, and there is nothing more frustrating than studying for hours and still not getting any concept. These sorts of things can make someone feel defeated or unintelligent. To that end, the simplest way to get a student to become excited about learning is to counteract these negative effects with healthier, positive learning strategies. When students seriously get something, don't move on immediately to the next topic, but instead dwell on what they get for a while, solidifying it and making them feel intelligent and like future concepts are within their grasp. Build pride in each student for the progress and work they complete so that they are eager to master each concept. In addition, to get students more engaged in topics, I try to emphasize the real-world applications of anything I teach. As an applied mathematics major, I can appreciate more than most how the subjects people study can affect the real world. So when students groan "When am I ever going to have to use this?" I can actually give a satisfying answer that will make them realize how powerful what they learn really is. This tends to make students less dismissive and care a lot more about the concepts at hand. While I can't promise that these methods will make a student love their school subjects as much as sports or video games, they tend to make them appreciate and care about the material as well as feel validated by it. In turn, this leads to a much more serious and sustained effort and enjoyment of the subject.

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Alex

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +46 Subjects

I am a rising sophomore majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Data Science at Rice University in Houston, TX. Naturally, my favorite subjects to teach are math and computer science, particularly programming languages like Python, Java, and Scratch. I have found great enrichment in these seemingly daunting areas, and I hope to make them more easily accessible for others. As a founding member of the Ready for College Leadership club (RCL), I mentored high school freshmen and sophomores to help them succeed in high school and prepare for college admissions, while also providing academic aid. The best part of working with students is watching them grow not just as a learner, but also as a thinker. I always encourage students to be curious and let their true interests be incorporated into lessons. In my spare time, I love learning languages; I am a heritage Spanish speaker and a self-taught Portuguese speaker. I also enjoy playing guitar and practicing new songs to sing.

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Jack

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Matthew

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +26 Subjects

I am a rising Sophomore at Princeton University. I am majoring in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, most likely with a minor in Computer Science. During my Junior and Senior years of High School, I tutored a few students on a regular basis. I specialize in Math and Science. More specifically, my strongest subjects are Algebra 1/2/3, Geometry, Trigonometry and ACT Science. I have always found the maths and sciences to be both the most interesting subjects, but also the most applicable to real world problems - this is why I chose to major in what I did. Because I usually tutor in Math, I often tutor in the style of showing how to do a few problems step by step, and then having the student try a few more difficult problems, asking questions along the way. I do this because in my experience, this is the best way to learn and prepare for Math related exams. Outside of academics I play Viola, enjoy running and exercising to stay healthy, and listening to all kinds of music.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students typically find limits and continuity conceptually difficult early on, especially understanding why a limit can exist even when a function isn't defined at a point. Later, the relationship between derivatives and integrals—and applying the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus—trips up many students who memorized procedures without building intuition. Related rates and optimization problems are also challenging because they require translating real-world scenarios into equations before applying calculus. A tutor can break these down by building conceptual understanding first, then connecting it to problem-solving techniques.

The exam gives you 105 minutes for 45 multiple-choice questions (about 2.3 minutes each) and 90 minutes for 6 free-response questions. Many students spend too long on one tricky multiple-choice question and run out of time. A tutor can help you develop a strategy: skip difficult multiple-choice questions initially, come back to them, and prioritize free-response questions where partial credit is available. Practice full-length timed exams is essential—it's not just about knowing content, but training yourself to recognize when to move on and allocate time strategically.

Free-response questions reward clear communication of your reasoning, not just final answers. You should show the calculus steps (like taking a derivative or setting up an integral) even if you use a calculator for computation. A common mistake is jumping to answers without justifying why a method applies—for example, explaining why you're using the chain rule or why a critical point is a maximum. Tutors can teach you to annotate your work, label your axes on graphs, and explain your logic in words, which often earns you points even if your final answer is slightly off.

Derivatives and integrals are taught as separate skills, so students often don't see them as inverse operations until the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Many students can compute a derivative or integral mechanically but can't explain what they mean or when to use each one. For example, they might not realize that if you're given a rate of change (derivative) and need to find total accumulation, you integrate. A tutor can use graphs and real-world contexts—like velocity and distance—to show how these concepts reverse each other, making the abstract theorem concrete.

Section I Part B (graphing calculator allowed) and Section II Part B (calculator allowed) let you use technology, but Section I Part A and Section II Part A don't. Students often waste time using calculators for simple arithmetic or don't know what calculator functions are allowed (like numerical integration). A tutor can teach you which problems benefit from calculator use—like finding zeros of a complicated function or computing a definite integral numerically—versus which ones require showing algebraic steps. You should also practice using your specific calculator model so you're not fumbling during the exam.

Algebra gaps are one of the biggest hidden obstacles in AP Calculus AB. You might understand the calculus concept perfectly but make errors simplifying derivatives, solving equations for critical points, or manipulating expressions in integrals. For instance, students often struggle with chain rule because they can't factor or recognize composite functions, or they fail optimization problems because they can't solve the resulting equations. A tutor can identify and patch these gaps quickly—sometimes just reviewing factoring, exponent rules, or equation solving makes calculus click. This is why many students see dramatic score improvements once foundational skills are solid.

Ideally, take at least 3-4 full-length, timed practice tests in the weeks leading up to the exam. The first one establishes your baseline and weak areas; the second and third let you practice targeted strategies and build stamina. Each test should be followed by a detailed review—not just checking answers, but understanding why you missed questions and whether it was a conceptual gap, careless error, or timing issue. A tutor can help you analyze patterns in your mistakes (e.g., always struggling with related rates, or making sign errors on integrals) so you focus review time efficiently rather than re-studying everything.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort. Students with solid fundamentals but conceptual gaps often see 2-4 point improvements (on the 1-5 scale) within 4-6 weeks of focused tutoring on weak topics. Students with algebra gaps might need more time to build foundational skills before calculus concepts click. The biggest gains come from identifying your specific weak areas (through practice tests) and targeting them with a tutor, rather than generic review. Consistent practice between sessions—working through problem sets and timed practice—is what drives real improvement, not tutoring alone.

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