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Award-Winning Middle School Math Tutors serving Staten Island, NY

Robert

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Robert

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Economics
Robert's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Having created over 100 math practice worksheets while tutoring middle schoolers, Robert knows exactly where students tend to stumble — whether it's fractions, proportional reasoning, or early work with negative numbers. His economics training at Macaulay Honors College means he can connect abstract...

Education

CUNY Hunter College

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Laveda

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Laveda

Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Laveda's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Chemistry

Premed coursework in cellular and molecular biology means Laveda solves math daily — unit conversions, molarity calculations, statistical analysis — so she can show middle schoolers that the fractions, decimals, and early equation work they're doing now actually goes somewhere. Her 1560 SAT score sp...

Education

Northeastern University

Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Tatiana

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Tatiana

Master of Fine Arts, English
Tatiana's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Trigonometry
Middle School Math
Geometry

The jump from arithmetic to pre-algebraic thinking is where many middle schoolers quietly lose confidence — especially around fractions, ratios, and negative numbers. Tatiana (rated 5.0) zeroes in on the specific concept a student is stuck on and builds their reasoning skills through problems that f...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Fine Arts, English

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts

Winson

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Winson

Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
Winson's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

The jump from arithmetic to middle school math catches a lot of students off guard, especially when proportional reasoning, coordinate graphing, and basic geometry all land at once. Winson's business background at Boston University means he naturally connects these topics to real-world scenarios — p...

Education

Boston University

Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management

Test Scores
ACT
33
Christopher

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christopher

Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

From fractions and ratios to early equation solving, middle school math piles on new concepts fast and punishes shaky fundamentals. Christopher zeroes in on whichever skill is causing the bottleneck — whether that's decimal operations, proportional reasoning, or translating word problems into expres...

Education

CUNY Brooklyn College

Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Martin

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Martin

Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Martin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus

From fractions and ratios to early equation-solving, middle school math is where students either build real confidence with numbers or start falling behind. Martin makes these concepts stick by tying them to hands-on scenarios — proportions through cooking, geometry through building — drawing on the...

Education

Rochester Institute of Technology

Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Liza

Certified Tutor

Liza

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Liza's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Middle School Math

The concepts students encounter in middle school math — fractions, decimals, negative numbers, basic geometry — quietly set the trajectory for everything through calculus. Liza approaches these topics by making the underlying logic visible, so a student isn't just cross-multiplying but understanding...

Education

University of Miami

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Kate

Certified Tutor

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 ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540

Frequently Asked Questions

Middle school math transitions from learning procedures (like "how to solve") to understanding why those procedures work. This conceptual shift challenges many students who memorized rules in elementary school. Tutors help students build deeper understanding by exploring the "why" behind equations, fractions, and functions—so they can apply these concepts to new problems rather than just repeating steps.

Word problems require students to translate real-world situations into mathematical language—a skill that takes practice. Tutors work with students to develop problem-solving strategies like identifying key information, drawing diagrams, and breaking multi-step problems into manageable pieces. With guided practice, students build confidence and learn to see the math hidden in the story.

Showing work reveals a student's thinking process and helps identify where mistakes happen—it's not just about getting the right answer. Tutors teach students how to organize their work clearly, explain their reasoning step-by-step, and catch errors before they lead to wrong answers. This skill also builds the foundation for algebra proofs and more advanced math.

Math anxiety is common in middle school, especially during the transition to more abstract concepts. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction creates a low-pressure environment where students can ask questions without judgment and work at their own pace. As students master concepts and see patterns they didn't notice before, their confidence grows naturally—and anxiety often decreases.

Staten Island's 9 school districts use different textbooks and pacing guides, so curriculum alignment matters. Tutors in the Varsity Tutors network are familiar with common middle school math approaches and can adapt their teaching to match your student's specific curriculum—whether that's a focus on Common Core standards, particular textbook sequences, or your school's unique requirements.

Graphing requires students to connect visual representations with algebraic equations—a conceptual leap that many find challenging. Tutors use multiple approaches, like plotting points by hand, discussing slope and intercepts, and connecting graphs to real-world data, to help students see how equations and graphs relate. Regular practice with immediate feedback accelerates understanding.

The first session is about understanding your student's strengths, challenges, and learning style. Tutors ask about specific topics causing difficulty, review recent homework or test results, and identify gaps in foundational skills. This assessment helps tutors create a personalized plan tailored to your student's needs and goals.

Many middle school students solve problems in isolation without recognizing how topics connect—fractions, decimals, ratios, and proportions are all related, but students often see them as separate skills. Tutors help students discover these patterns through guided exploration and strategic questioning, which deepens understanding and makes new concepts easier to grasp.

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