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Heather
I received my Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University in Boston in 2017. Since then I have been working as a Manufacturing Engineer in the materials science industry. I have been tutoring for the past 9 years. I tutor math and science at any grade level. My favorite sub...
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

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Lalitha
I have always had a passion for education, especially tutoring. I tutored various subjects at Dalton State College, where I received my bachelor's degree in English and an associate degree in sociology. Then, I moved to Colorado where I became a Denver Math Fellow. My job was to help small groups an...
Dalton State College
Bachelor in Arts, English

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Stephen
Hi! I am a professor, teacher, and tutor with twelve years experience. My students tell me I am fun and patient. I work according to your unique learning style. With me as your math coach, you will earn the best possible grade, and build skills for success in your present and future classes. Let's t...
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

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Adam
I believe my scientific and academic backgrounds combined with my unique life experiences of travel and running my own business give me a unique perspective to educate students. My formal learning is not as a teacher or educator, but I think that helps to give students a different perspective to lea...
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering

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6+ years
Justin
Hi everyone! My name is Justin and I'm excited for the opportunity to be your tutor. Tutoring is something I have always loved to do, and I plan to become a college professor someday. Helping others achieve their goals is something I truly strive to do as much as possible, and there is no better way...
Georgetown University
Bachelors, Human Science
Hartt School of Music
Current Grad Student, Music History

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Mitchell
Hi my name is Mitchell Daddario! I'm 25 years old, from Buffalo, NY and I currently live in Austin, TX.I graduated from high school in 2015. While in high school I excelled in the AP math and science courses. I independently challenged the Calculus BC and Physics C EM exams my senior year because my...
Lehigh University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

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Justin
I am a structural bridge engineer currently working for a company in Boston. I have always had an interest in teaching either Math or Science but chose a different career path. I keep my passion for teaching and helping others in the subjects I am interested in through tutoring; it is something I th...
Drexel University
Master of Science, Civil Engineering
University of Vermont
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

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Danielle
I love to see students learn and grow and I love to make learning fun for the students. The student???s education is the most important thing. The children who learn a subject that they never thought they could learn is the most wonderful moment in teaching. Seeing the students succeed and go on to ...
Medaille College
Master of Science, Reading Teacher Education
SUNY at Fredonia
Bachelor of Science, Education

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Matthew
I am passionate about Education, and I love to see students learn and grow! I graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in History, and I am currently enrolled at Capital University in a Teacher Licensure Program. I am passionate about History and Literature, and I enjoy teaching others...
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Bachelor in Arts, History

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10+ years
Kenneth
"People do not care how much you know till they know how much you care." I believe that we not only have the obligation to impart knowledge, but also show we care about the student's future.Every student has the potential to do great things. We as teachers have to find the way to bring that out. By ...
Freed Hardeman University
Bachelors, Theology
Missouri State University-Springfield
Current Grad Student, Education
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Danielle
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I am a graduate of Harvard University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a minor in Psychology. After graduation, I worked as a research associate at NYU Langone Medical Center, developing molecular technologies for molecular and cellular diagnosis of brain cancers. Now, I am in medical school in the 3-year MD program at NYUGSOM. I currently do private MCAT tutoring, and have tutored biology and chemistry at the collegiate level in the past. I am passionate about STEM, and am a firm believer that anyone can reach their goals in this field, as long as they're willing to put in the work!
Tahmid
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I am currently an undergraduate student at Wesleyan University and am majoring in molecular biology and biochemistry. At Wesleyan, I've been a member of the Science Outreach program, where we teach scientific concepts to students at local elementary schools. This experience has been extremely rewarding and has made me interested in helping other students as well.
Joseph
Algebra Tutor • +15 Subjects
Hi my name is Joseph. I'm currently working full time within B.E.S.T. Academy High School tutoring and mentoring students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. I find myself to be easy to talk to and take pride in my tutoring experiences.
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Hi! My name is Patty-Lynn. I am an ESL teacher, and English is my passion! I love to go on long walks, make new recipes, and curl up with a good book. I also enjoying playing my flute, which I have played for 15 years! I'm excited to get to know you and help you reach your unique goals.
Stephen
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I recently graduated from Houghton College with a B.S. in Biochemistry. While in college I loved the challenging courses and taking more classes than required, and I achieved high As in all Science and Math coursework.I started tutoring in high school and continued tutoring all throughout college for as many courses as possible including Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Calculus, among others, for both high school and college students. It is incredibly satisfying to see students who were struggling finally succeed. I have a great track record of helping students succeed in the their classes, raising Cs to Bs and Bs to As and increasing MCAT scores as much as 8 points. Along with tutoring I teach MCAT review courses and love engaging students in the long and difficult process. I plan on attending medical school a I am excited and passionate about a career in medicine.Along with academics I love to read for fun and play soccer. I played varsity soccer for four years in high school, and intramural soccer in college. I also love other outdoor activities like swimming and hiking. I am a Giants fan so I like to watch football, mostly the Giants, and play card or board games with friends.
Michael
Biology Tutor • +8 Subjects
Hello, my name is Michael. I am currently a medical student at Virginia Commonwealth University. This is my last year and I will be graduating in a couple of months. I have a lot of free time now, so I decided to start tutoring again. I feel comfortable teaching all ages, but I have the most experience with college level courses.
Marina
ACT English Tutor • +26 Subjects
I am a graduate of The University of California, Los Angeles. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies with a focus on Public Health. After graduation, I traveled and volunteered in rural Guatemala as an English tutor. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, running, cycling and playing soccer.
Christine
Arithmetic Tutor • +17 Subjects
I am a 2010 graduate from The Pennsylvania State University. I have experience working with children and teens with special needs. I am currently an autistic and emotional support teacher at Child Guidance Resource Centers. I also have experience working in the general education classroom as a substitute and assistant. I have always enjoyed working with children. I started coaching soccer at 15 years old and babysat frequently. I have a passion for teaching and enjoy teaching all subjects. I believe every child can learn and it is my job to teach them the way they learn best. I am very creative and think outside the box.
Gary
College Geography Tutor • +13 Subjects
I have earned a dual Bachelor's of Arts degree in education and history from Ottawa University in Phoenix. I have a Standard K-12 Secondary Education Certificate in history with an endorsement in Structured English Immersion (SEI) and a cross-categorical special education, earned from the University of Phoenix. I also received extensive training and professional development in leading and facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), Response to Intervention (RtI) and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and teaching and learning for cognitive rigor using questioning and inquiry-based facilitation.I am a history buff who also enjoys Star Wars, Marvel, all things New York Yankees and Phoenix Suns. I have traveled to Aurba, Bora Bora, Tahiti, Moorea, Mexico and Israel (twice).
Anna
CLEP German Tutor • +35 Subjects
I recently moved from Potsdam, Germany to New Haven, CT. I grew up and studied environmental sciences in Germany, worked and traveled a lot internationally and have taught languages and science at the university and non-academic level. I enjoy teaching and I particularly enjoy supporting students who want to learn my beautiful but sometimes just a little too confusing language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Seventh graders typically encounter a shift in English instruction that requires both stronger analytical and writing skills. Common challenges include organizing multi-paragraph essays, developing a clear thesis statement, distinguishing between summarizing and analyzing literature, and managing grammar rules in their own writing while developing a unique voice.
Many students also struggle with time management when writing—jumping straight to drafting without planning—and become discouraged by revision, viewing it as punishment rather than a natural part of the writing process. Personalized tutoring helps students work through these challenges at their own pace with targeted feedback on their specific writing patterns and reading comprehension gaps.
Tutors work with students to break down essay structure into manageable pieces—starting with identifying the main idea, then building supporting evidence before drafting. Rather than prescribing a rigid formula, tutors help students understand why each part of an essay matters and how their thesis connects to their evidence.
With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, students get immediate feedback on their thesis statements and can revise them in real time, seeing how small changes make their argument clearer. This iterative process builds confidence and helps students internalize the skills they need for longer, more complex writing assignments in high school.
A tutor who only grades papers provides feedback but doesn't help students understand how to improve. An expert tutor in 7th grade English teaches the underlying skills—how to plan before writing, how to identify weak evidence, how to revise for clarity rather than just correcting mistakes.
The best tutors ask questions that help students think critically about their own writing: "What's the strongest piece of evidence you have?" or "Does this sentence support your main idea?" This approach develops independent writers who can apply these skills across all their classes, not just with their tutor's help.
Strong readers become stronger writers because they internalize how good writing works. When 7th graders analyze how an author structures an argument or develops a character, they're learning techniques they can apply to their own writing. Conversely, understanding a thesis helps students recognize why certain details matter in a text.
Tutoring addresses both skills together—discussing a short story or article, then showing students how the author's choices inform their own essay writing. This connection helps students move beyond surface-level comprehension to literary analysis, a critical shift in 7th grade English.
Writer's block often stems from perfectionism or unclear thinking, not lack of ability. Tutors help by breaking the writing process into smaller, less intimidating steps: brainstorming ideas aloud, creating a simple outline, or freewriting without worrying about perfection. These conversation-based approaches often help ideas flow more naturally than staring at a blank page.
A tutor can also help students understand that a rough draft is supposed to be messy—it's a starting point, not a finished product. By normalizing revision and showing students that even professional writers start imperfectly, tutors help reduce the anxiety that often blocks 7th graders from beginning their work.
With consistent personalized instruction, students typically show improvement in essay organization and clarity within 4-6 weeks. Many students gain confidence in their writing voice and begin seeing revision as a tool rather than a burden. In reading, students develop stronger analytical skills and move from plot summary to meaningful literary analysis.
Beyond grades, the most valuable outcome is independence—students internalize strategies they can apply to future assignments without always needing help. You may notice your student tackling writing assignments more willingly and being able to explain their own thinking more clearly both in writing and conversation.
Grammar matters, but not in isolation. A tutor who only drills grammar rules misses the bigger picture—students need to understand grammar in the context of their own writing and reading. When a comma splice or fragment actually confuses a reader, that's when grammar instruction sticks.
The most effective approach teaches grammar and style together: students learn that some rules can be intentionally broken for effect, while others genuinely help clarity. A tutor helps students develop an ear for their own writing, understanding when something sounds wrong and why, rather than memorizing rules they forget weeks later.
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