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9+ years
Andrew
I'm from upstate New York and I love to be outside, play guitar, and work out. I have 3 siblings, so I'm used to helping people strengthen their skills and learn new ones. I love most math classes, and I'm attending Boston College in the Carroll School of Management Honors Program. I intend on major...
Boston College
Current Undergrad Student, Finance

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Pooja
I first began tutoring unofficially my senior year in high school after my physics teacher asked me to help some of his freshman students. It became an incredibly rewarding experience, for these students that I stuck with for nearly the entire school year were able to boost their grade up and feel m...
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Current Undergrad, Neuroscience

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Brooke
I have eight years of experience teaching and tutoring Science, Math, and English to students ranging from middle school to college.I graduated with my PhD in Molecular Biology/Microbiology in 2020 from Wayne State University. During my graduate studies I taught undergraduate Introductory Biology La...
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Wayne State University
Doctor of Philosophy, Molecular Biology

Certified Tutor
4+ years
I am a graduate of Institute for Integrative Nutrition, All that Matters Holistic Health Center, Energy Medicine certified through the Eden Method. I am passionate about health and wellness. My expertise is restorative yoga, guided visualization, and nutrition. I am passionate about helping people r...
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Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Monique
I am a native French speaker. I got my education in France at the University of Paris Masters in French and American cultures. In AmericaMonterey Institute of International Studies ( masters In the teaching of Foreign Languages) I have had 10 years of tutoring experience. I believe that all students...
Monterey Institute of International Studies
Masters in Education, French Teacher Education
University of Paris France
Bachelor in Arts, French Studies

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Shaughnessy
I received my education from the University of Southern Mississippi with a bachelor of science degree in biological sciences, with a minor in forensic science. I am a certified special education teacher (as well as life sciences) and I currently work in a behavior intervention classroom teaching hig...
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Patricia
As a person that math and science come easily too I love to help others have a better understanding of it.
The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Fashion Design

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Jason
I am currently an instructor at a small technical college in Pittsburgh. Previously I have taught all levels of middle and high school math ranging from basic arithmetic to AP Calculus and Physics. My years of experience allows me to customize tutoring to all abilities and learning styles. I receive...
Duquesne University
Masters, Instructional Technology
Duquesne University
Bachelors, Mathematics and Secondary Education

Certified Tutor
8+ years
I am law student at Georgia State University. I have a B.S. in Management with a Certificate in Marketing from Georgia Tech, where I was in the Co-op Program and the Honors Program. I sing and play the Flute. I grew up playing softball, and also played lacrosse and tennis. I am a huge football fan. ...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Management
Georgia State University
Juris Doctor, Law

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Rajeev
I am a graduate of Case Western Reserve University with masters in medical physiology. I received my Bachelor of science in biomedical science. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring children of immigrants in Columbus, OH; adults in Columbus looking to improve their English; and pri...
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Science, Medical Physiolgoy
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Pre-Calculus requires moving from procedural problem-solving ("how do I solve this?") to conceptual understanding ("why does this work?"). Students need to see connections between functions, transformations, and trigonometry rather than just memorizing formulas. Personalized tutoring helps students build this deeper understanding by working through concepts at their own pace and asking questions without time pressure.
Most students struggle with trigonometric identities, function transformations, and connecting trigonometry to the unit circle. Word problems involving exponential and logarithmic functions are also challenging because they require translating real-world scenarios into mathematical models. Expert tutors help students recognize patterns in these topics and develop strategies to tackle multi-step problems confidently.
Pre-Calculus teachers focus on showing work because it reveals your student's reasoning and helps identify where misconceptions occur. This foundation is critical for Calculus, where understanding the "why" behind each step directly impacts success. Tutors can help your student organize their work clearly and develop problem-solving strategies that teachers want to see.
Graphing requires visualizing how changes to equations translate to shifts and stretches on a coordinate plane—something many students find abstract. Tutors work through multiple examples to help students see the patterns: how changing coefficients affects the graph, why the order of transformations matters, and how to verify their graphs make sense. This visual-conceptual connection is much easier to build in personalized instruction.
Math anxiety often stems from feeling lost or embarrassed to ask questions in a large classroom. Personalized tutoring creates a judgment-free space where students can ask "basic" questions, work through problems slowly, and build confidence through small wins. When students understand concepts deeply rather than memorizing procedures, anxiety decreases and they approach problems with more curiosity than fear.
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The first session focuses on understanding your student's strengths, challenges, and learning style. The tutor will likely review recent classwork or assessments to identify specific areas—whether it's trigonometric identities, function notation, or word problems—and create a personalized plan. This diagnostic approach ensures tutoring addresses exactly what your student needs rather than starting from scratch.
Calculus builds directly on Pre-Calculus foundations: understanding functions, limits, and rates of change. Tutoring that emphasizes conceptual understanding—not just procedure—ensures your student enters Calculus with genuine comprehension rather than fragmented knowledge. Students who grasp why trigonometric identities work and how functions transform are far better positioned to succeed with derivatives and integrals.
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