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Alissa

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Alissa

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Alissa's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

I am passionate about the importance of education and hope to be able to help my students attain their goes. I am particularly passionate about and experienced with helping in all levels of reading, writing, editing, English, public speaking, and political science. Additionally, as a law school grad...

Education

Loyola University-Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

University of Notre Dame

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Grace

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Grace

Master of Arts, Education
Grace's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a graduate of Harvard Graduate School of Education (3.95 GPA) and New York University (3.98 GPA). I have worked with students of all ages. I love adapting my teaching style to the individual needs of each student to help them fulfill their greatest potentials.

Education

Harvard University

Master of Arts, Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Education

Brett

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Brett

Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Brett's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Calculus

I am seeking to continue this since I have graduated.

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General

Test Scores
SAT
1450
ACT
34
Peter

Certified Tutor

Peter

Masters in Education, English Education
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I'm looking forward to helping your student find personal success in their academic lives!

Education

Ohio State

Masters in Education, English Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Alireza

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Alireza

Master of Arts, English
Alireza's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACCUPLACER Reading Comprehension
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills

I am particularly good at teaching speaking and writing in a smooth and exciting way. My students receive step-wise instructions in writing and clear feedback on their work. For speaking, I mostly focus on what my students want English for. This, I believe, maximizes our class efficiency.

Education

Shahid Beheshti University

Master of Arts, English

Christina

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Christina

Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching State Certified Teacher
Christina's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
ACCUPLACER WritePlacer

I am so thrilled to be here and offer you my support in your learning journey. I am a certified K-6 elementary and ESL teacher from California. I received my degree form the University of California and have taught in the classroom and the online setting in general subject, test-prep, Language Arts ...

Education

University of California-San Francisco

Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching State Certified Teacher

Lucas

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lucas

Bachelors
Lucas's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Spanish with Listening
SAT Reading

I am excited at the prospect of working with you as a tutor. My previous tutoring experience includes personal tutoring and tutoring through the Midtown Educational Foundation in Chicago.

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Samantha

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Samantha

Current Undergrad Student, Psychology
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a rising Junior at Princeton University who is passionate about the ways in which people learn, which has led me to pursue a degree in Neuropsychology. Through great experiences teaching English in Chiangmai, Thailand for two months and tutoring Calculus I and II through Princeton University's ...

Education

Princeton University

Current Undergrad Student, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Subashini

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Subashini

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subashini's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Competition Math
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I am passionate about communicating science and math in simple and understandable fashion. Relating the concepts to real world scenarios is a critical part of teaching these subjects.

Education

University of Madras

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Rice University

Doctor of Science

Clare

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Clare

Bachelor in Arts, Biopsychology
Clare's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Biology

I am excited to tailor each and every session to a particular student's needs and preferred method of learning.

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor in Arts, Biopsychology

Test Scores
ACT
34

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Calculus Tutor • +74 Subjects

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Calculus Tutor • +27 Subjects

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Calculus Tutor • +43 Subjects

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Calculus Tutor • +48 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

ACCUPLACER ESL reading students often struggle with identifying main ideas versus supporting details, understanding implied meanings rather than explicitly stated information, and managing time pressure while processing academic English. Additionally, vocabulary in context questions require students to infer word meanings from surrounding text—a skill that takes targeted practice. Many non-native speakers also find the reading pace challenging, as they may read more slowly while translating mentally, which impacts their ability to complete all questions within the time limit.

Inference questions require you to read between the lines and use context clues to determine what the author suggests without stating directly. Tutors help by teaching you to identify supporting evidence in the text, recognize author tone and purpose, and practice eliminating answer choices that are too literal or unsupported. Working through practice passages with detailed explanations helps you understand the reasoning process—learning to ask yourself "What does the author suggest here?" rather than just "What does the author say?" This skill typically improves significantly with targeted practice over 4-6 weeks.

Rather than relying on prior vocabulary knowledge, ACCUPLACER ESL reading tests your ability to determine word meaning from surrounding sentences. The effective strategy is to cover the word, read the sentence without it, and predict what type of word would fit—then check which answer choice matches your prediction. Tutors teach you to look for context clues like synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations within the passage. This approach works even for unfamiliar words, since the test is designed to be answerable using context rather than memorized definitions.

Many ESL students read every word carefully, which burns through time quickly. Tutors teach strategic skimming techniques: reading the question first to know what to look for, scanning for key information rather than reading word-by-word, and identifying topic sentences in paragraphs to grasp main ideas faster. Practice with timed passages helps you build reading speed while maintaining accuracy. Most students improve their pacing significantly within 3-4 weeks of targeted practice, learning to balance thoroughness with efficiency based on question type.

Yes—ACCUPLACER ESL reading includes main idea questions, detail questions, inference questions, and vocabulary-in-context questions, each requiring a distinct approach. Main idea questions ask you to identify the overall purpose or central theme, while detail questions test whether you can locate specific information. Inference questions require reasoning beyond the text, and vocabulary questions demand context analysis. A tutor helps you recognize which question type you're facing, apply the appropriate strategy, and avoid common traps like choosing answers that contain words from the passage but don't actually answer the question correctly.

Score improvement depends on your starting level and consistency with practice. Students typically see 1-2 point improvements (on the 0-120 scale) per month of focused tutoring, though progress accelerates once you master the question types and strategies. A student starting at the 40th percentile might reach the 65th percentile in 8-12 weeks with 2-3 sessions per week plus independent practice. The key is moving beyond simply reading passages to actively applying test-specific strategies—identifying question types, using context clues systematically, and practicing under timed conditions.

An effective ACCUPLACER ESL reading tutor understands both English language development and standardized test strategy. They should be able to explain grammar and vocabulary in accessible ways, recognize common ESL reading patterns (like over-reliance on word-for-word translation), and teach test-specific techniques rather than just general reading skills. They should also be skilled at diagnosing whether your struggles stem from vocabulary gaps, comprehension issues, or simply unfamiliarity with question formats—then targeting instruction accordingly. Experience with the ACCUPLACER ESL exam specifically ensures they know which skills the test prioritizes and how to practice efficiently.

Effective practice involves working through passages untimed first to build comprehension, then gradually adding time pressure to mirror test conditions. After completing practice passages, review every question—especially ones you missed—to understand the reasoning behind correct answers. Focus on one question type at a time rather than mixing all types together; for example, spend one week on inference questions, then move to main idea questions. Tutors typically assign 1-2 practice passages per week (30-45 minutes) plus time for review, helping you identify patterns in your mistakes and adjust your strategy accordingly.

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