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Don

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Don

PHD, Geosciences
Don's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC

Don has all the usual academic degrees (BA, BS, MS, PhD). He currently specializes in tutoring differential and integral calculus, multivariable and vector calculus, differential equations and dynamical systems, as well as linear and matrix algebra. He also has lots of experience tutoring students i...

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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

PHD, Geosciences

Fort Lewis College

Bachelors, Mathematics, Geology

Deborah

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Deborah

Bachelor of Science, Dietetics
Deborah's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Academic Coaching
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning

I am a student-centered teacher, who wants to meet you where you need to be met! Growing up in 9 different countries, I know the importance of finding a teacher/tutor you trust and allowing them to help you learn and thrive. I have two degrees from the US and have taught both in-person and virtually...

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Dominican University

Bachelor of Science, Dietetics

Calvin University

Bachelor in Arts, Digital Communications and Multimedia

Emma

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Emma

Bachelor in Arts, English
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
British Literature
College Application Essays
College English

I graduated from Vassar College in 2016 with a BA in English. I am passionate about literature and writing and want to help make these subjects come alive for students. I want to teach students how to eventually teach themselves so that they may excel at a particular subject in the future. I would l...

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Vassar College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Titus

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Titus

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Titus's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Math
Algebra
Calculus

Howdy, my name is Titus Klutz. I am a Sr. In Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. I absolutely love physics and math and like watching how it is applied in the world around us. My desire is to show students how beautiful these subjects are. Achieving the moment in learning where the topic...

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Texas A & M University-College Station

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Walker

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Walker

Bachelor in Arts, Asian History
Walker's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a mentor because I wish for others to have the same opportunity for motivation and success as I had from my teachers in high school. My mentoring experience has been primarily in three different areas. First, I have had direct involvement mentoring middle school students in mathematics through ...

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Wabash College

Bachelor in Arts, Asian History

Test Scores
ACT
33
Yucheng

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Yucheng

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Yucheng's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra REGENTS
AP Calculus AB

Hello! My name is Yucheng and I am a student at the University of Texas. I tutor multiple subjects from middle to high school level math. I have tutored algebra, algebra 2, pre calculus and ACT prep. I look forward to helping you!

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
31
Ryan

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ryan

Bachelors, Spanish and Latin American Studies
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
College English
English
ESL/ELL

I've spent a great deal of time living and traveling outside of the USA, mostly throughout Latin America. I believe learning new languages can open so many doors and teach you so much about other people, places, cultures - and more about yourself! I am passionate about helping others learn a new lan...

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bachelors, Spanish and Latin American Studies

Kaydian

Certified Tutor

Kaydian

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry State Certified Teacher
Kaydian's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
Biology

Hello, my name is Kaydian and I'm originally from the beautiful island of Jamaica where I spent most of my childhood. I attended the University of New Orleans and graduated Summa Cum Laude with University and Departmental Honors in Chemistry. I was also elected Outstanding University Graduate by the...

Education

University of New Orleans

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry State Certified Teacher

Jose

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Jose

Current Undergrad, Liberal Arts
Jose's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College Level American History
College World History
Computer Programming

I am a student born and raised in NYC . I can teach a variety of subjects, such as Spanish, Math, and History. I am able to play and teach saxophone.

Education

CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College

Current Undergrad, Liberal Arts

Carolyn

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Carolyn

PHD, Educational Psychology and Special Education
Carolyn's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
English

I have a BA in Psychology from The College of William and Mary, a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from George Mason University, and a PhD in Educational Psychology and Special Education from George Mason University.As an Educational Psychologist, I look at each individual learner as a ...

Education

George Mason University

PHD, Educational Psychology and Special Education

The College of William and Mary

Bachelors, Psychology

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Wei

Algebra Tutor • +45 Subjects

I was a former professor at Kansas State University and an instructor at University of Houston. I am passionate about learning and teaching. I am a firm believer of good education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, better refined being. I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students.

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Aurora

AP Spanish Language & Culture Tutor • +15 Subjects

Knowledge is my passion and education is a way to pass this passion to my students. Playing is one of the ways I use to teach since I have verified the power of playing in learning.I grew up in Cuba where I got a bachelor's degree in French Language from the University of Havana with several trainings in France. In Las Vegas, Nevada, where I live, I got a master's degree in Early Childhood from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.I tutor Spanish, French (any level), and English Language Arts and Math (primary grades). Since my mother tongue is Spanish, I feel very comfortable working with; French is a personal passion; and I work every day teaching English and Math (K-2) in a school setting, after working online during the Covid pandemic. I really feel comfortable in any of these subjects.My teaching philosophy? Every person can learn if teachers discover what motivates them. My tutoring style? Creating empathy with students.

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Logan

Algebra Tutor • +13 Subjects

Hi! My name is Logan and I am a sophomore engineering student at Texas A&M University! I've always had an aptitude for math, and I have prior experience in tutoring. I am proficient in all math levels up to Calculus II, and I enjoy working with students and would love to share my love for math!

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Adrienne

Biology Tutor • +17 Subjects

I have a BS in Biology, and a PhD in Plant Science. My area of research is in plant genetics. I have taught courses in Plant Biology and Genetics at the college and university-level at a range of institutions. I am available for individual tutoring in all levels and areas of biological sciences.

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Katherine

Accounting Tutor • +10 Subjects

Hello! I am a Finance tutor with four years of experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate students in Accounting, Finance, and related subjects. I have a Master's degree in Financial Management from Boston University and have several years of professional experience in the financial services industry. I held FINRA Series 6 and Series 63 licenses that allowed me to market financial products to retail investors. I also passed all three levels of the CFA Institute exams on first attempts and had earned my CFA charterholder designation.I have a solid understanding of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash-flow statement) and its relationship to company valuation, as well as various financial models such as dividend discount, discounted cash flow or free cash flow models.My goal is to help students in all levels of Accounting and Finance to succeed in their course works and exams through developing a strong foundational understanding of fundamental concepts instead of rote memorization. I will go the extra mile to make the learning experience enjoyable and interesting. I am compassionate, patient and will provide a positive environment that will be built on support and encouragement.

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Hailey

ACT Prep Tutor • +24 Subjects

I am a recent graduate from Vanderbilt University, graduating cum laude and with Highest Honors in Neuroscience. I currently work as a neuroimaging analyst at a research center and have been tutoring for the past 6 years in math, science, and ACT/SAT test prep.

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Hannah

English Tutor • +5 Subjects

I am currently enrolled at Messiah College as a junior; my degree will be in Human Development and Family Science, with a minor in Child and Youth Services.I have worked with young children in volunteering for my classes, and I often assist friends with writing.I tutor in writing for all ages, elementary school, and English. I love to tutor in writing because it is such an important thing to be able to express oneself through that medium. I also enjoy working with younger kids because that is what I would like to do with my degree.My teaching style is based on the student, and it is focused on empowering the student to figure things out on their own by encouraging their abilities and teaching core principles.Outside of school, I run my Etsy shop for calligraphy and other hand art! I love to be outside and visit coffee shops as well.

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Connor

ACT English Tutor • +24 Subjects

Before starting medical school in the Fall of 2021, I am taking time to explore my lifelong interest in teaching. I began tutoring at the University of Notre Dame, where I worked for three years as a teaching assistant in a Cell Biology laboratory course. There, I enjoyed helping my peers understand the larger picture developing through our weekly experiments. At Loyola University Chicago, I continued to tutor a variety of subjects while earning a Master of Arts in Medical Sciences.As a double major in biology and English, I like to build stories whenever I can. What does a molecule of glucose encounter while going through glycolysis? How does the human body process information from the world around it? This perspective has led not only to success in my own studies, but also to a genuine love of learning.Through one-on-one tutoring, I hope help students seek their own stories and develop a positive lifelong relationship with learning.

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Chad

10th Grade Reading Tutor • +36 Subjects

My first teaching gig was nearly 5,000 miles away from home, in the small town of Szolnok, Hungary. I had just graduated Lynchburg College with a BA in English, and having grown up in Virginia my entire life, I was eager to experience something cultural and new. I figured teaching English abroad would be the most intense, interesting, and educational way to jumpstart a career in teaching. Now, ten years later, I can say that my initial teaching experience abroad was the tipping point in my life, for it led me to become not only a lifelong teacher, but a lifetime student as well.Since 2005, I have gone on to teach English in Poland and Hungary, and also back in my hometown, Manassas, Virginia. I have taught English and Literature to high school students, ESL to adult professionals, and last year I taught Creative Writing to Honors Freshmen at Virginia Commonwealth University. At VCU's Writing Center I privately tutored students, helping them write and revise their essays for their final portfolios. Having played guitar since the age of fourteen (and also touring in a couple rock bands), I have some experience teaching music and guitar as well.My education includes a BA in English, an MA in European Studies, and an MFA in Creative Writing (fiction).In my spare time I like reading, writing creatively, and playing music. Most weekends in New York I try to visit a museum or see a concert, and many-a-Sundays you'll find me burrowed in a cafe and reading manuscripts for my day-time job (a literary agency).

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Michael

Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects

I am currently enrolled as an undergraduate at Columbia University here in New York working towards a degree in biology.For my entire life, my goal has been to learn, and to take what I learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world. I am never satisfied with the easy answer (except for in a timed setting, where shortcuts can be your savior) and am constantly striving to learn new things. I have studied a diverse range of topics, from the hard sciences, to finance, and the arts, and have excelled. This is not because I am a genius. It is because I am truly interested in what I am studying and I have developed a practical system for studying and organizing. While you may shrug organizational skills off now as something only old people do, I have to tell you otherwise. As a twenty year old college student with a full plate, organization is one of the most important things to learn early on.I have worked as a tutor since the 9th grade, starting out with biology and chemistry, and later branching out to SAT prep and most other subjects. My philosophy is this: all students are able to excel at anything they set their minds to. The reason why some do while others struggle has more to do with poor studying habits or a different way of learning material that is not addressed by the teacher's methods. It is my job to diagnose what the problem is and to fix it. I have done this with great success in the past and will continue to do so.In my free time, I love to make films, start new projects, play the piano, read, and work with animals. I am currently working on a music startup as well as several apps with a friend from college. In short, I like to make things.Back to the most important thing; you. Just breathe. We will get through this together. At the end of the day, a string of bad test scores or that "C" in Geometry (ok, "D") is not going to dictate your success in life. Success lies within ourselves and not on pieces of paper.I look forward to working with each and every one of you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

First graders often find it challenging to move beyond simple observation and start thinking like scientists. Common struggle areas include understanding life cycles (why plants and animals change over time), grasping basic physical properties (why objects sink or float, how magnets work), and connecting cause-and-effect in nature (how weather affects what we see outside). Many students also struggle with the vocabulary needed to describe what they observe—words like "absorb," "dissolve," and "predict" are new and abstract. A tutor can break these concepts into concrete, hands-on experiences that make the "why" behind each topic click.

Scientific thinking at this age is about learning to observe carefully, ask questions, and make predictions before testing them out. Tutors help students move past just looking at something to actually describing what they notice in detail—the color, texture, size, and behavior. Through guided experiments (like testing which objects float, observing how seeds sprout, or exploring how light and shadows work), students learn the scientific method in age-appropriate ways. This foundation builds confidence and curiosity, making students more engaged learners who understand that science is about discovery, not just memorizing facts.

First graders are concrete thinkers, so tutors use hands-on materials and real-world examples to make abstract ideas tangible. For example, instead of just talking about "habitats," a tutor might have a student sort pictures of animals by where they live, then create a simple habitat diorama. For concepts like weather or the water cycle, tutors use demonstrations (like evaporating water in a cup or showing how clouds form) that students can see and touch. This multisensory approach helps bridge the gap between what's happening in nature and the vocabulary and concepts students need to understand it.

An effective 1st Grade Science tutor combines subject knowledge with the ability to make learning playful and exploratory. They should be skilled at asking open-ended questions that encourage observation ("What do you notice? Why do you think that happened?") rather than giving answers away. Patience with repetition is essential, as is the ability to recognize when a student needs a different explanation or approach. Strong tutors also manage the energy and enthusiasm of young learners—they know how to keep experiments and activities engaging while still building real understanding of scientific concepts and processes.

Hands-on experiments are central to effective 1st Grade Science tutoring because young students learn best through direct experience. Tutors typically incorporate simple, safe experiments into most sessions—things like testing sink-or-float with different objects, growing seeds to observe plant growth, exploring magnets, or making predictions about what happens when you mix colors or materials. These aren't elaborate lab setups; they're accessible activities using household items that help students see science concepts in action. This approach transforms abstract ideas into concrete experiences students can remember and build on.

Falling behind in 1st Grade Science often means a student hasn't yet built confidence with observation skills or science vocabulary, or they're struggling to connect what they see to the concepts being taught. A tutor slows down the pace and focuses on building one concept at a time with lots of concrete examples and repetition. They also identify whether the challenge is understanding the concept itself, remembering vocabulary, or participating in class discussions—then tailor their approach accordingly. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, students get the extra practice and encouragement they need to catch up and feel successful in science.

Science vocabulary is the language students need to think and communicate about what they observe. In 1st Grade, new words like "predict," "observe," "living," "nonliving," "habitat," and "weather" are foundational to understanding science concepts. Without these words, students struggle to follow lessons, answer questions, and explain their thinking. Tutors help by introducing vocabulary in context through real experiences—a student learns "absorb" by actually watching a sponge soak up water, not from a definition. This approach makes vocabulary stick and gives students the tools to express their scientific thinking.

Many 1st graders feel anxious about "getting it wrong" in science, especially if they've struggled with observation tasks or felt confused by new vocabulary. Personalized tutoring creates a safe space where students can ask questions, make mistakes, and try again without pressure. A tutor celebrates curiosity and effort, helping students see that science is about exploring and learning, not performing perfectly. As students experience success with small, achievable experiments and activities—and see their own observations matter—their confidence grows. This positive foundation makes them more willing to participate in class and more excited about science.

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