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Molly

Master of Science in Education
1+ years of tutoring

I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math...

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Northwestern University

Master of Science in Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

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Allan

Bachelors, Biological Sciences
1+ years of tutoring

I'm a big Boston Celtics fan and I speak three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I...

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Northwestern University

Bachelors, Biological Sciences

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Nick

Bachelors, Theatre
1+ years of tutoring

I'm an actor, writer and musician living in New York City. I grew up in Minneapolis, MN (by way of Palo Alto, California). I graduated from Northwestern University in 2014, with a B.A. in Theatre, and...

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Northwestern University

Bachelors, Theatre

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Paula

Bachelor in Arts
1+ years of tutoring

I am extremely passionate about academics and learning; the value of each was inculcated into me at a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests an...

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Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts

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Sarah

Masters, Secondary Education
10+ years of tutoring

I am an experienced tutor and classroom teacher with a passion for helping students learn - especially when it doesn't come easy. I love teaching math, especially since I know that it can be hard. Whi...

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Providence College

Masters, Secondary Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelors, Psychology

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Angela

Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations
1+ years of tutoring

I am a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in International Relations and minoring in French and English. The studies of English and Literature have been my passion for a long ...

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University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations

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Hasan

B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts
1+ years of tutoring

I am a graduate of Brown University, where I earned my B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts, taking courses in a wide array of subjects ranging from contemporary American fiction to ancient Indian cl...

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Brown University

B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts

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Madeline

Bachelors
10+ years of tutoring

I am currently a graduate student Johns Hopkins University getting my masters in chemical and biomolecular engineering. I have spent a lot of time around children and I have spent a good amount of tim...

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Johns Hopkins University

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Michael

Bachelor in Arts, Public Health/Pre-Medicine
1+ years of tutoring

I am an incoming medical student at Albert Einstein College of Medicine who graduated with honors from Johns Hopkins University. My degree is in Public Health with a Biology concentration, but I also ...

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Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor in Arts, Public Health/Pre-Medicine

Dakota

Master's degree
1+ years of tutoring

I am a native Texan now living in NYC. I just finished my Master's degree, and I love food, reading, and travel. I've been working and volunteering as a tutor since my high school days, and I am eager...

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Vanderbilt University

Master's degree

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts

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Richard

12th Grade math Tutor • +56 Subjects

I am currently a PhD candidate at Northwestern University, studying microbiology and public health (my two biggest passions). I received my Bachelor of Science with high honors from Emory University in 2011, where I double-majored in Biology and Spanish. During my time at Emory, I studied abroad in Australia working on barrier reef and rainforest ecology, and studied in Spain mastering my Spanish language skills. I can read and write Spanish with high proficiency and have tutored Spanish speakers, and received highest scores on the AP Spanish exam with listening. My favorite academic subjects are math and science, and I have received perfect scores on a variety of standardized math exams, including SAT I math, SAT II math IIC subject test, BC calculus AP exam, and the GRE quantitative exam. In addition to tutoring mathematics at all levels, I enjoy tutoring grammar and mechanics, and editing essays. I received the Carlos C. Rojas Excellence in Writing Award from Emory University, and have served on the editorial board for Emory University's undergraduate research journal, as well as have authored peer-reviewed manuscripts at Northwestern University. I have lectured to undergraduate students at Northwestern University in cell biology, and have taught English as a Second Language (ESL) in both a classroom setting and one-on-one. I have a very diverse background of knowledge and have worked in a variety of settings, both academic and in industry, and can meet any of your tutoring needs. I am a very patient person with excellent communication and listening skills who will take the time to get to know each of my tutees. After identifying and recognizing a tutee's own strengths and weaknesses, I can tailor a unique tutoring plan to help each student exceed his or her goals. Hobbies: writing, hiking, reading, cooking, traveling, music, art, travel, books

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Alex

Calculus Tutor • +51 Subjects

I am a pre-Occupational Therapy student majoring in psychology with minors in neuroscience and art. I will be graduating with honors from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in May, and I will begin Washington University School of Medicine's Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Program this Fall. My academic pursuits have made me confident in my abilities to tutor those pursing degrees in social sciences along with those pursuing careers in health care. Currently my favorite subject is neuroscience. I fell in love with it after I started college and I plan on specializing in neurorehabilitionation as an occupational therapist.

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Jennifer

Calculus Tutor • +54 Subjects

I'm communicating and working with a pupil that I get a proper indication of how to work best with them. It's crucial to understand every student is different. There are always indications on how to handle/work with each student. For example, with a hostile student I would try to ease off and allow them to talk whilst making the material seem personal and easygoing. With a more outgoing and confident student, I would invite them to be challenged in our studies, as they usually work best with a challenge.

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Julian

5th Grade math Tutor • +68 Subjects

I am well-equipped to help students improve their reading comprehension and essay writing skills. As an avid reader and writing enthusiast, I naturally find great joy in reviewing and editing the work of others. Although writing is incredibly stylistic, it is also remarkably formulaic. With proper preparation, all students are capable of fine-tuning their craft with effective methodologies and strategies all that is needed is the right guidance and support. Hobbies: reading, music, hiking, art, travel, books, writing

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Li

9th Grade math Tutor • +69 Subjects

I'm extremely motivated to help you succeed Hobbies: reading, music, writing, art, books, photography

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Morgan

12th Grade math Tutor • +44 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of Arizona State University with a Bachelors of Science and Engineering (BSE) in Chemical Engineering. I was selected as the outstanding graduate for the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering and have extensive math, physics, and writing experience. I recently applied and was accepted to many top-ten PhD programs for engineering because of academic merit and personal statement writing skills. I will be attending the University of Texas at Austin in the fall. Hobbies: books, reading, writing, music, running, hiking, art

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Jessalyn

6th Grade math Tutor • +78 Subjects

I am “HQ” (Highly Qualified) certified to teach Social Studies for grades 7-12. I currently teach a sophomore level ethics class at St. Edwards University. I taught several classes at The University of Texas at Austin as a Doctoral Candidate, where I also earned my M.A. in Philosophy. At the University of Southern California, I earned my B.A. with Departmental Honors along with the Discovery Scholar’s award for excellence in independent research. I have been tutoring and teaching for eleven years, with a primary emphasis on developing my students’ writing and critical thinking skills.

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Allen

11th Grade math Tutor • +66 Subjects

I am an undergraduate student at Vanderbilt University who is pursuing a major in mathematics and a minor in computer science. My experience in tutoring environments entails working at a learning center teaching mathematics and serving as a volunteer in various mentorship and tutoring programs. While I have taught various subjects such as financial literacy and music, I especially love to work with students in mathematics as well as SAT preparation. Hobbies: art, books, hiking, nature, reading, cooking, music, writing

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Meagan

Elementary Math Tutor • +65 Subjects

I am a certified and experienced former middle-school teacher, with a particular passion for teaching reading and writing. I've also enjoyed teaching ESL and sharing my enthusiasm for learning Spanish. These experiences have included working with children from kindergarten through 12th grade.

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Nima

12th Grade math Tutor • +98 Subjects

I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me! Hobbies: writing, art, books, reading, music

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Frequently Asked Questions

4th grade marks a significant shift from "learning to read" to "reading to learn," and students often struggle with multi-step word problems, understanding fractions (especially comparing and ordering them), and transitioning from narrative writing to more structured expository and persuasive writing. Many students also hit a wall with reading comprehension when texts become more complex, requiring them to infer meaning rather than find explicit answers. Additionally, the jump in organizational demands—managing longer assignments, multiple subjects, and increased homework—can overwhelm students who haven't yet developed strong executive function skills.

Fractions are abstract and require students to think about parts of a whole in ways that contradict their earlier learning about whole numbers—for example, understanding that 1/2 is greater than 1/4 even though 2 is less than 4. Personalized tutoring breaks this down using visual models (area models, number lines, and manipulatives) that make the concept concrete before moving to symbolic representation. A tutor can identify whether a student's struggle stems from understanding the concept itself, comparing fractions, or adding/subtracting them—and adjust the approach accordingly, which is difficult in a classroom where instruction moves at a fixed pace.

In 4th grade, students transition from decoding simple texts to comprehending complex narratives and informational texts with multiple themes, unfamiliar vocabulary, and implicit meanings. A strong tutor focuses on teaching inference skills, helping students ask questions while reading, and building vocabulary in context rather than through isolated word lists. They also help students recognize text structure (cause-and-effect, compare-contrast, sequence) which is essential for both reading comprehension and writing. Personalized instruction allows a tutor to match text complexity to a student's level while building these critical comprehension strategies systematically.

4th graders move beyond personal narratives to writing opinion pieces, informative/explanatory essays, and narratives with more complex plots and character development. They also need to master conventions like subject-verb agreement, proper use of conjunctions, and basic punctuation in longer sentences. A tutor helps by breaking the writing process into manageable steps—planning with graphic organizers, drafting with feedback on ideas first (not mechanics), revising for clarity and organization, and editing for conventions. This scaffolded approach is especially valuable because classroom writing instruction often covers all these elements at once, leaving struggling writers overwhelmed.

An effective 4th grade tutor should have strong knowledge of elementary math (particularly fractions, multi-digit multiplication, and division), reading comprehension strategies, and writing instruction. They should understand child development at this age—knowing that 4th graders are developing abstract thinking but still benefit from concrete models and manipulatives. Experience with different learning styles and the ability to diagnose where a student's understanding breaks down (rather than just reteaching the same way) is essential. Additionally, a tutor should be able to communicate progress clearly to parents and work collaboratively with classroom teachers to reinforce what students are learning in school.

A 4th grader working below grade level might need foundational work on phonics, decoding, or number sense before tackling grade-level content like fractions or multi-paragraph writing. A student at grade level benefits from deeper exploration of concepts and exposure to more challenging texts and writing tasks. Advanced students often need enrichment—tackling multi-step problems, analyzing literature more critically, or exploring writing genres beyond the standard curriculum. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows a tutor to assess where a student actually is (not where they're supposed to be) and create a learning path that builds confidence and prevents both boredom and frustration.

Many 4th graders struggle with the increased demands of managing assignments, keeping track of materials, and breaking larger projects into steps—skills that weren't as critical in earlier grades. A tutor can teach explicit strategies like using checklists, organizing materials by subject, and breaking multi-step assignments into smaller chunks with checkpoints. They also model how to approach homework independently, ask for help when stuck, and review work for errors—habits that reduce frustration and build confidence. These organizational and metacognitive skills are just as important as academic content at this grade level, and tutoring provides the one-on-one space to practice them without the pressure of a classroom setting.

Parents should expect to see improvements in specific academic areas—for example, increased fluency with multiplication facts, ability to explain fraction concepts in their own words, or writing paragraphs with clear topic sentences and supporting details. Beyond academics, look for greater confidence when tackling new material, increased willingness to attempt challenging problems, and better ability to identify what they don't understand. Many students also show improved classroom participation and homework completion once they have the foundational skills and confidence to engage with grade-level material. Standardized assessments like state reading and math tests, as well as report card grades, often reflect these gains within a few months of consistent tutoring.

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