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2+ years
Apoorv
As a master's graduate in Applied Computing with a Computer Science background and over two years of hands-on software development experience, I'm all about making learning fun and engaging! I've had the chance to teach students of all ages, from 5th graders to college students studying Computer Sci...
University of Windsor
Master's/Graduate
Certified Tutor
Kate
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 ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
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'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
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...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samuel
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 ...
California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zachary
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
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During your first session, a tutor will assess your current level—whether you're just starting with programming fundamentals or working on advanced data structures and algorithms. They'll ask about your specific goals (web development, game design, data science, etc.) and identify any challenges you're facing, like debugging errors or understanding algorithmic thinking. This helps create a personalized learning plan tailored to your pace and objectives.
Many students memorize syntax but struggle with the logical problem-solving that programming requires. Tutors help you develop algorithmic thinking by walking through how to break down problems, design solutions step-by-step, and understand *why* code works the way it does. Through hands-on coding practice and code review, you'll learn to think like a programmer rather than just copying patterns.
Debugging is a skill that improves with guided practice. Tutors teach you how to read error messages systematically, use debugging tools effectively, and think through what your code is actually doing versus what you intended. Rather than just fixing errors for you, they help you develop the problem-solving strategies that professional developers use—so you can tackle new bugs independently.
Absolutely. Tutors can guide you through different specializations based on your interests and goals. Whether you want to build web applications, create games, analyze data, or work with systems, personalized instruction lets you focus on the languages and frameworks most relevant to your path. You'll get hands-on project-based learning that builds real portfolio pieces.
Data structures and algorithms are foundational but abstract—tutors break them down visually and through practical coding exercises. You'll work through examples, implement structures from scratch, and see how they apply to real problems. This combination of explanation, visualization, and hands-on practice makes concepts click in ways that lectures alone often don't.
Yes. With 21 school districts across Akron serving over 28,000 students, Computer Science and Computer Systems Technology programs vary by school. Tutors are familiar with common curricula and can support you whether you're in an introductory course, AP Computer Science, or a technical program. They can also help you prepare for certifications or transition between different programming environments your school uses.
Project-based learning is one of the most effective ways to develop real programming skills. Tutors can guide you through building complete projects—whether that's a web app, game, or data analysis tool—while teaching you professional practices like version control, testing, and code organization. You'll end up with portfolio pieces that demonstrate your abilities to colleges or employers.
Look for tutors with practical programming experience, not just theoretical knowledge. They should be comfortable with multiple languages and able to explain concepts clearly at your level. The best tutors have experience teaching students who are stuck on specific concepts and can adapt their approach—whether you learn better through visual explanations, live coding, or working through problems together.
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