
Marvin: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...license this academic year from calumet college, St. Joseph. My undergraduate degree is in Economics from the University of Chicago, and I did a lot of statistics, too! I like having kids how to read, write, and do math. Because I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school year. To have a struggling reader all of a sudden love reading and attack hard words never before tried is...
Education & Certification
The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Adam: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...have always enjoyed teaching. I started tutoring during my junior year of high school, finding that I had an aptitude for analogies that helped students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject to tutor is Chemistry, followed closely by Physics. I feel that anyone can learn anything as long as...
Education & Certification
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology

Elyse: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...better results. I like that I can dedicate my time and energy to one student, and I feel students respond better to this. While I have tutored within my certification to elementary aged children, my main passions are reading, writing and grammar, as they are my strong points. In my free time, I love to explore Colorado and all it has to offer and am always looking for more suggestions. I love to cook and...
Education & Certification
Flagler College - Bachelor in Arts, Elem. Edu.
Jacksonville University - Masters in Education, Instructional Leadership/Org. Dev't

Trevor: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...of renewable energy technologies. I have been putting my goals into action the last two years by interning at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory doing research in photovoltaic reliability. In high school and college, I have gained experience mentoring peers and helping them not only succeed, but enjoy their school work. I believe that for a student to have an effective learning experience, the tutor must not only be passionate about teaching, but also about...
Education & Certification
Colorado School of Mines - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Lauren: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...process. As a student myself I am well aware of the frustration of not quite understanding a concept or just needing someone else to bounce ideas off of. I am happy to be able to provide that support to other students. Outside of school and tutoring I enjoy playing soccer and generally being active outdoors. This last spring I had the incredible opportunity to climb Kilimanjaro. Additionally, I love to read and write. Some of...
Education & Certification
Carleton College - Current Undergrad, Undecided, anticipated major in geology

Laurie: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...improve their lives. My most fulfilling moments are when a student is finally able to independently complete a task they weren't able to before. This comes through in my tutoring. I utilize BST (behavior skills training) and a variety of best teaching practices from the field of ABA to help my students quickly master subjects to fluency. I am positive, I am patient, and I am skilled at working with students that need a little...
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University of Florida - Bachelors, Psychology
Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, ABA

Kacey: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...since I took my first Spanish class in the seventh grade, I have been in love with the language and all the different cultures it is a part of. I am very passionate about the importance of Spanish in America today, as well as helping Hispanic families learn English, while not forsaking their native language. While learning Spanish over the years, I also fell in love with many other topics including Biology, Anatomy, and Math....
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelors, Spanish

Nikki: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
I am a senior in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eastern Michigan University, and I have been tutoring for about five years, from middle school to early college age students. My hobbies are painting/drawing, playing piano and guitar, and playing with my pet rats and my cat! ... I strive to work with every one of my students to build on their knowledge of topics, so that they have a full understanding of whatever subject we...
Education & Certification
Eastern Michigan University - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Jeana: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...as much on "learning the test" as it does learning the material, which gives students a sense of confidence and courage on test day. My expertise in "big test" prep translates to the regular school environment as well, whether it be building better study habits, better relationships to class material, or finding new ways to make material accessible--at any age, in any subject, it is the job of a great tutor to find a way...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Visual Arts

Matthew: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...master whatever tests, subjects, or ideas they wish. I am a student at Brigham Young University, and am currently an undecided major. I have a passion for tutoring and helping my pupils succeed. I am charismatic, fun, hardworking, spontaneous, and reliable! I am more than a guy with a brain; I have an ability to connect with people on a personal level. As you will see, my various tactics and approaches when it comes to...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Undecided

Rebecca: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...people go beyond their frustrations and gain a true understanding of the subject matter at hand. My tutoring style is individualized to each student as everyone has a different struggle and thinks in a different manner. Using my background in Education from the University of South Florida, I am able to create a unique learning situation for each student. I am also very patient and able to view a problem from multiple angles. These abilities...
Education & Certification
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Music Education
State Certified Teacher

Rhea: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...high school and gained lots of experience through working and volunteering. I have worked as an assistant teacher for ESL (English as a Second Language) and volunteered as a tutor in both regular and AP subjects throughout my high school years. I am very interested in education and I am working towards incorporating it in my major, but so far I have spent lots of time studying different education systems and teaching methods. I believe...
Education & Certification
American University - Current Undergrad, International Relations, Business

Sarah: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...I was one of 13 students selected from my class as a Barnard College Writing Fellow. After a rigorous selection process, I was trained through an intensive semester-long seminar in critical analysis, persuasive writing and revision. I worked as a Writing Fellow for three years, tutoring and editing student work at every stage from idea to final draft. Throughout my three years, I had the highest rank among student feedback. Using my training and experience...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Urban Studies

Beckett: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...table; how to be sympathetic to students' frustrations while also pushing them to succeed; and how to find new and creative ways to make material resonate with different kinds of brains. I am well-versed in elementary school subjects as well as higher level humanities (especially English, Spanish, writing, SAT prep); I'm most experienced working with elementary schoolers but am also excited to apply the patience, creativity, and flexibility I've developed with them to older students....
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature

Clare: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...program into a St. Louis City charter school. In this position, I worked with students from 5th to 8th grade who were reading and doing math at a 1st grade level and up in an intense specials rotation. I know how to work with students of all ages. The work I do with my own students on a daily basis is the same dedication and level of differentiation that I would bring to students that...
Education & Certification
Elon University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Fontbonne University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Jean Pierre: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...will be. I graduated from Mountain View College in Dallas- Texas with an Associates of Art. I am a native French speaker but along with my master in the french language, I also speak English, Spanish and Mina( a dialect of a West African country called TOGO). I love sharing my knowledge with people because knowledge is power and ignorance is death. I love learning in a fun environment so I like making everything I...
Education & Certification
Mountain View College - Associates, Art

Shin: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...they are struggling in before helping them with quantitative problems. For example, rather than simply telling my calculus students the formula for integration by parts, I first show them how it is derived so they acquire a good grasp of how it operates. Outside of school, I really enjoy being involved with music. I love singing, playing the drums, piano, and guitar. My favorite genre of music is rock, so playing rock songs with a...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering

Jackie: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
I currently hold a teaching credential for Special Education K-12 with two authorizations, including, ASD and ELL. I was accredited by the University of San Diego where I received my Master's Degree in Special Education. I have a passion for teaching and my hope is to share a passion for learning with your students!
Education & Certification
National University - Bachelors, Journalism
University of San Diego - Masters, Special Education

Mrunal: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...school and in college I worked as a private tutor for high school students and was a teaching assistant for 2 classes in college. I also tutoring elementary school students in math. I currently work at Wells Fargo as an analytics consultant and enjoy tutoring students in math! I think the key to being a great tutor is having patience and remembering to smile! Students enjoy learning more when the teachers are also fun and...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Engineering

Philip: 2nd Grade tutor
Certified 2nd Grade Tutor
...and have continued to tutor and teach since then. I really enjoy helping students grow their own sense of self-confidence and watching them grasp the material. Sometimes all it takes is a little extra explanation that is hard to get in the classroom when the teacher is focusing on so many students at once. My style is pretty laid-back. I'm friendly and patient, and I will do what I can to help you as long...
Education & Certification
Pacific Lutheran University - Bachelors, Spanish (Hispanic Studies), Global Studies
Virtual Tutoring and Homeschool Teachers for 2nd Graders
Private Tutoring For Your 2nd Grader
Varsity Tutors can help your student gain a deeper understanding of their coursework through private 2nd grade tutoring. We will find an online instructor who can work with your student in a one-on-one setting to help them with their biggest challenges.
Coming to Varsity Tutors to find a personal instructor means your child will be paired with a professional educator who:
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We can set you up with a 2nd grade tutor who can help your student with their coursework. Their lessons can be designed to supplement the material covered in the classroom, or their mentor can design a study program that focuses primarily on their weaknesses.
For example, if your child struggles the most with reading and writing, their tutor can devote the bulk of their lessons to helping them with these subjects before diving into math and other relevant concepts. This means your student can use their study time more efficiently, and they may begin to feel more confident in themselves as they work through their challenges.
Improve Your 2nd Grader's Levels With A Tutor
Did you know that effective tutoring can take average students and lift them to the top-2 percent of their class? Studying with a personal 2nd grade tutor gives your student the chance to learn at their own pace. If there's a topic they struggle to understand, they can spend extra time working through it with their mentor before moving to the next subject on the agenda.
They also have the undivided attention of their personal tutor, which means your tutor can get hands-on assistance and personalized feedback when they answer a problem incorrectly. Many young students find this type of learning environment helpful because they don't feel like they have to rush through the coursework.
How much does a tutor for a 2nd grader cost?
There isn't a standard rate for 2nd grade tutoring sessions. Each student who works with a private instructor has different needs that must be addressed, and the cost of the lessons is based on those needs.
If your student is looking for some quick test prep a few weeks before an exam, the cost of their lessons may be different than a long-term 2nd grade tutoring program that dives deeper into all their subjects. That's why we recommend contacting an educational director and asking about the right program for your student. The call is free, and you can get a quote based on the type of learning experience you're looking for.
How can I homeschool my 2nd grader?
Your student's lessons will take place over the Live Learning Platform. This comprehensive educational hub places them in a face-to-face learning environment with their instructor.
Your student can learn through private lessons, group tutoring, or in a virtual classroom with their peers. Tools like video chat and a shared document editor let them learn in real-time, where can receive immediate feedback and help. This makes private lessons a great way to supplement your student's homeschooled lessons, and it can also lessen some of the time it takes for you to prep lessons for your child. Varsity Tutors has a wide range of study packages, or your student can learn through custom-tailored lessons.
Is a tutor worth it for a 2nd grader?
Private tutoring is a great way to help your student improve their studies. They can learn through interactive study sessions that have them play an active role in the learning experience.
This can make it easier for them to learn and memorize important information, and could also make their tutoring sessions more enjoyable. Tutoring could have a positive impact on your child's relationship with school, and it may even cause them to feel more comfortable studying more challenging concepts as they grow older. To learn more, contact Varsity Tutors and speak to an academic director about private lessons. We will find you a skilled 2nd grade tutor who can help your child get the most of their studies.
How can 2nd Grade tutoring help your child succeed?
Although the increased difficulty of material taught in the second-grade classroom can seem arbitrary to an adult, the change is palpable to a young student. Mathematics with multi-digit numbers emphasizes the necessity of mental math, reducing their dependence on counting. Reading grade-appropriate books and stories can help develop vocabulary skills and the ability to infer meaning from texts. Writing assignments begin to shift toward a more opinion-based approach, requiring students to add reasons and because statements to their compositions. In essence, kindergarten and first grade help establish fundamental principles for education second grade begins the process of applying those skills in an academic context.
If you are concerned about your child's performance in second grade, a personal tutor may be able to help. Whether your student struggles with some of the foundational concepts from previous classes, has difficulty applying previous material to new situations, or perhaps is bored in class and eager for more advanced coursework than is offered at their school, a highly skilled and experienced private tutor can help construct a learning plan to keep your child engaged and on track.
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