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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
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Marissa
As a 1st grade student I was asked the question that is often asked by many school teachers: "What do you want to be when you grow up?" My eager response was, and always would be, "Teacher!" Although the type of teacher I wanted to become varied over the years, I knew I wanted to work in the educati...
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Education
Certified Tutor
Alison
I am currently attending Hunter College and studying nursing. Math is my passion! I want to make it a priority not only to help students understand math but to make it interesting and evoke the feeling of enthusiasm that I feel! I currently tutor algebra 1, algebra 2 for students in high school and ...
CUNY Hunter College
Current Undergrad, Nursing
Certified Tutor
9+ years
William
I graduated from the University of South Florida obtaining a B.A. degree in Mathematics and a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering. Currently, I am pursuing a Master's degree in Telecommunications and Optics Engineering at the City College of New York.I started tutoring mathematics shortly after my...
City College of New York
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
For as long as I can remember, I've enjoyed learning new things and then teaching others about what I've learned. When I was a 5-year old, that translated into counting to 100 and then counting backwards from 100 for everyone who would at least pretend to listen. And since I was constantly asking qu...
Tulane University of Louisiana
PHD, Biochemistry
Alcorn State University
Bachelors, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Tasha
I am passionate about teaching and learning. It's exciting, challenging and rewarding to actively be a part of processes that foster academic, social, emotional and behavioral growth for children.
Jacksonville State University
Master of Science, Counselor Education
Talladega College
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Loyola University-Chicago
Doctor of Education, School Psychology
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Keith
I tutor chemistry, organic chemistry, biology, and Spanish. I recently graduated from Bucknell University with my degrees in both biology and Spanish. I was hired by the university to tutor organic chemistry, which I did for two years. I also worked as a teacher's assistant (TA) for a general chemis...
Bucknell University
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, Spanish
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Brennan
I received my Bachelor's of Science degree from Messiah College and have 3 years of teaching experience at an international Christian school. While teaching High School Science there, I found my love for teaching and education. It is my passion to share my passion for the Science with my students an...
Messiah College
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Iyana
My name is Iyana. I am a graduate of Boston University with a degree in Neuroscience. I am currently an elementary school teacher but I also tutor in my free time. I am here today to help you improve and ultimately reach your language and math goals. I am working towards my Mathematics certification...
Boston University
Bachelors, Neuroscience
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Jeff
As a pre-medical student at Princeton University, I've had significant experience with a vast array of subjects in both learning and teaching roles. I started tutoring in high school and have been hooked ever since! I enjoy helping others succeed in any way I can.After spending a few years helping s...
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts, Molecular Biology
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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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