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Allyson

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Allyson

Bachelors (in progress)
Allyson's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary School Math
High School Math
Writing

Economics at Wellesley means Allyson uses algebra, functions, and data analysis daily — so when she teaches high school math, she can show students exactly where these tools show up outside a textbook. She's especially strong at walking through multi-step problems and identifying the specific spot w...

Education

Wellesley College

Bachelors (in progress)

Aqsa

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Aqsa

Bachelor's (in progress)
Aqsa's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
High School Math

Aqsa's analytical training at UCF — where she regularly works through financial modeling, statistics, and quantitative business problems — translates directly into the kind of logical thinking high school math demands. She tackles topics like linear systems, quadratics, and data analysis by showing ...

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University of Central Florida

Bachelor's (in progress)

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joshua

Bachelor's (in progress)
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
High School Math
Government
High School Government

As a dedicated tutor with over 2 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a supportive learning environment where students can thrive in subjects like Algebra, Business Analytics, and Data Science. Currently pursuing my Bachelor's in Informatics at the University of Washington, I incorpo...

Education

University of Washington

Bachelor's (in progress)

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Melinda

PhD
Melinda's other Tutor Subjects
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Reading
ACT Reading
SAT

I love to help students to do well on the SAT and ACT Verbal, Reading, and English sections. I have tutored these areas of standardized tests for more than 3 years. My approach is not "standardized" because I enjoy working one-on-one with clients to tailor learning experiences that address each pe...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

PhD

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ruth

PhD
Ruth's other Tutor Subjects
LSAT

My teaching philosophy is focused on a single objective - that students learn. I have a Ph.D. in Criminology from the University of Pennsylvania and a J.D. from Temple Law School. My GRE score was a 326, and my LSAT score was a 173. I've tutored over 60 students through Varsity Tutors. I'm co...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

PhD

Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary

PhD

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Madhumitha

PhD
Madhumitha's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Algebra

Knowledge is powerful tool that can change your life and the lives of others. As a tutor my goal is to teach my students how to wield knowledge through embracing their mistakes and teaching them how to learn. I expect my students to approach sessions with an open mind and a willingness to learn. ...

Education

University of Chicago

PhD

Purdue University-Main Campus

PhD

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Straley

Master's/Graduate
Straley's other Tutor Subjects
Trigonometry
Elementary School Math
College Statistics
GED

I hold a Master's degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a Bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University. I tutored GED math for 3 years in college, so I have experience breaking down concepts for students with a variety of learning styles. I've also informally tutored oth...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Master's/Graduate

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ravi

PhD
Ravi's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Linear Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Multivariable Calculus

I am passionate about the broad implications and applications of the Science, Math, and Engineering in our daily lives - and enjoy teaching them to my own kids. Towards this end, I also want to leverage my 20+ years in graduate and post-doctoral science/engineering research, past undergraduate lev...

Education

California Institute of Technology

PhD

University of Kentucky

PhD

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

PhD

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Kelcy

MBA
Kelcy's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra
ACT

I have an MBA from Rice University and both real-world business experience and teaching experience. Most recently, I taught a first-year college course in Microeconomics for nine years, in addition to other classes in the university's international trade program. My students came from over 30 countr...

Education

Rice University

MBA

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Benjamin

DSC
Benjamin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Calculus
Calculus 1
College Chemistry

Full-time tutor, former Chemistry graduate student at University of Pennsylvania, BS Chemistry with Math Minor from Rochester Institute of Technology. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can understand why they're learning the material. I aim to help students effectively utilize and ...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

DSC

Rochester Institute of Technology

DSC

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Matthew

GRE Quantitative Tutor • +3 Subjects

I have tutored students for the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT and LSAT for more than 15 years. I love it! As I tailor my instructions toward the unique needs of each student, my goal is to improve not only the student's performance but also the student's confidence as test day approaches.

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Sahibzada

Linear Algebra Tutor • +3 Subjects

I've been working with students for over seven years, from middle school all the way through college, across subjects like math, calculus, statistics, linear algebra, chemistry, and physics, with a lot of SAT and ACT prep mixed in. My background is perhaps a little unconventional. I have two bachelor's degrees, one in Engineering and one in Communication Studies, plus a Master's in Design. That combination means I can guide you through challenging technical material and communicate it in a way that is easy to grasp. What I care most about is helping students get to a place where they don't need me anymore. I know that sounds like a strange thing for a tutor to say, but I think it's the right goal. I'm not here to walk you through steps to copy down. I want you to understand why something works, because that's what holds up under pressure, on a test you haven't seen before. If you're ready to ace that test or prove that theorem that's been bugging you, reach out and let's work together

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Ulrich

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +9 Subjects

I have a strong background in science and engineering from RPI, MIT and CMU and attained the degrees of BS, MS and PhD from these universities respectively. I used my education as a engineer for designing nuclear reactors and after retirement I taught engineering subjects at various universities. I enjoy explaining scientific principles and instilling curiosity about the physical world.

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Mark

GRE Tutor • +1 Subjects

I enjoy empowering students by making learning fun and believe that everyone has an "inner genius" that just takes the right technique to unlock. I bring a patient and friendly approach to teaching, specializing in the sciences, technology and math, and believe in teaching students to "learn for themselves".

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John

College Algebra Tutor

My academic credentials include a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Master of Aeronautical Engineering from Stanford University. I am retired from 40+ years of engineering. The last thirty years was working in the flight simulation industry. I had responsibility for doing mathematical modeling of many systems which kept my my math and science skills well exercised. The flight simulation experience also involved frequent use of computer languages such as Ada, C, C++ and less frequent use of other computer languages such as python and java. Tutoring was part of the engineering environment as new engineers were assigned to my group. I earned extra money during my college years tutoring. Though money is not the end objective since retirement, I enjoy tutoring to remain active and challenged. The interaction with students is invigorating. Tutoring gives me a sense of contributing to the well-being of others. It is offering up my skills to help others get a strong start on a career. My tutoring style is to explain principles and possibly do a sample problem, but then observe the student apply the principles to work a problem, gently nudging them in the right direction. I prefer to tutor math and physics, but will not shy away from computer languages and other science applications.

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Ben

Dutch Tutor • +17 Subjects

Experienced portfolio manager, strategist and published author with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Asset Management, Equities, Bonds, Investment Strategies, and Capital Markets. Strong finance professional with a MBA focused in Finance, General from University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business. Series 65, 7, 63, 24, CFA, FRM

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Emily

AP Psychology Tutor

Hi there! I'm Emily, and I love helping students feel more confident and capable when tackling challenging material. Whether you're trying to strengthen your understanding of a course, improve your writing, or prepare for an exam, I'm here to make learning feel approachable, supportive, and a lot less overwhelming. As a Teaching Fellow at the University of Chicago with a PhD in experimental psychology, I bring both subject expertise and years of teaching and mentoring experience to every session. My students often tell me that concepts finally "click" after we work together, and I believe every student can succeed with the right support, encouragement, and strategies. If you are looking for support in psychology or social science courses, or want to feel more confident working through challenging material, I would love to work with you!

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Miles

College Algebra Tutor • +5 Subjects

I'm a Cornell University alumnus with a BA in Philosophy and Mathematics. My minor was Linguistics. Currently, I'm finishing an MSc in Logic from the University of Amsterdam. I tutor math, chemistry, logic, philosophy, English, Latin, and ACT prep. During my senior year, I was an undergraduate course assistant for Calculus I at Cornell, grading homework and conducting weekly homework study groups. I also taught courses on the philosophy of physics, mnemonics, and category theory to middle school students for a program called Splash. While living in Amsterdam, I was the TA for an introductory cognitive science course that included propositional logic and formal language theory. I took pride in giving highly detailed responses to students' questions, providing concrete examples and analogies to more familiar topics. My teaching philosophy is one of kindness, optimism, and patience. Also, I like to make my lessons as entertaining as possible, which is not difficult because I can be a goof even when it's not intentional. I can break complex topics down to their atoms. I never skip steps or assume that something is understood without confirmation. I try to see everything from your perspective. Most importantly, I work hard. I will go the extra mile to help you. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy writing stories and music. I spend about 2 hours every day exercising, and I love being outdoors!

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Danielle

Algebra Tutor • +9 Subjects

I am an entrepreneurial travel-loving media professional living in New Orleans. I have a Master in Business Administration from Tulane University and I love teaching all sorts of subjects, especially math. In terms of hobbies, you can find me long-distance running, studying data science, exploring new restaurants and traveling the world.

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Harleen

AP Statistics Tutor • +22 Subjects

I am a Molecular Engineering major at the University of Chicago, I am currently taking time off to focus on other aspects of my career but I don't want to stop tutoring outside college campus!. I am a child of immigrants and have spent my life tutoring my siblings and younger students, and I loved working with them! See y'all in class!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students often hit walls with the transition from concrete arithmetic to abstract algebraic thinking—particularly with multi-step equations, systems of equations, and understanding why certain steps work rather than just memorizing procedures. Word problems are another major challenge because they require translating real-world scenarios into mathematical expressions. As students progress, graphing functions, understanding transformations, and working with proofs in geometry become significant hurdles. Many students also struggle with the conceptual leap from seeing math as a set of isolated rules to recognizing patterns and connections across topics.

A tutor can help students see the 'why' behind each step—for example, explaining that distributing in (x+2)(x+3) works because multiplication applies to each term, not just teaching the FOIL method as a magic formula. By working through problems multiple ways and asking guiding questions, tutors help students discover patterns and build intuition. This deeper understanding makes it easier to tackle unfamiliar problems and remember concepts long-term, rather than forgetting procedures weeks after an exam.

Word problems require a strategic approach: identifying what's being asked, extracting relevant information, choosing the right mathematical model, and then solving. A tutor can teach students to break this process into manageable steps—drawing diagrams, defining variables clearly, and checking whether their answer makes sense in context. By practicing this structured approach across different problem types (rate problems, geometry applications, exponential growth), students build confidence and develop problem-solving strategies they can apply to new situations.

Showing work isn't just for the teacher—it helps students catch their own mistakes, understand where errors occurred, and communicate their thinking clearly. A tutor can help students develop the habit of writing out each step logically, which also reveals gaps in understanding that might not be obvious from the final answer alone. This skill becomes essential for standardized tests, where partial credit depends on demonstrated reasoning, and for more advanced math where complex problems require clear organization.

Math anxiety often stems from past struggles, rushed learning, or feeling lost without understanding why concepts matter. A tutor creates a low-pressure environment where students can ask questions without judgment, work at their own pace, and experience small wins that build confidence. By breaking complex topics into manageable pieces and celebrating progress, tutors help students shift from 'I can't do math' to 'I can figure this out with practice.' This positive experience often translates to better classroom performance and willingness to tackle challenging problems.

Graphing requires understanding how equations translate to visual representations—recognizing that slope and y-intercept define a line, or that the vertex form of a parabola reveals its transformations directly. Many students struggle because they're plotting points mechanically without connecting the equation to the shape. A tutor can help students see how changing coefficients shifts, stretches, or flips a graph, and practice predicting transformations before graphing. This conceptual understanding makes it much easier to work with function families (linear, quadratic, exponential, trigonometric) throughout high school and beyond.

Proofs intimidate many students because they require logical reasoning and knowing which theorems to apply—skills that differ from computational math. A tutor can teach proof strategies like working backwards from what you need to prove, identifying what information you have, and recognizing common proof patterns (triangle congruence, parallel lines, angle relationships). By practicing structured approaches and building a toolkit of useful theorems, students develop the confidence to tackle unfamiliar proofs and understand that geometry is about logical reasoning, not memorization.

High School Math can be taught in different sequences and with varying emphasis—some curricula stress graphical understanding first, others lead with algebraic manipulation. A skilled tutor assesses how your student's class approaches topics and aligns instruction accordingly, whether that means reinforcing the textbook's method or providing alternative explanations that click better for your student. This flexibility ensures tutoring supports classroom learning rather than introducing conflicting methods, and helps students succeed with their specific teacher's expectations.

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