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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
10+ years
Michelle
I recently relocated to Houston with my husband and newborn daughter. Being a Cuban-American from Miami, I love the diversity of Houston and getting to try all the different ethnic foods, but my palate is still adjusting to spicy Mexican food! This past year I graduated with my Masters in History fr...
Duquesne University
Master of Arts, History
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Bachelor in Arts, Humanities & Catholic Culture and Theology

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Craig
I am a graduate of California State Polytechnic University in Pomona. I love science so much, I earned a Bachelor's of Science in Microbiology and another Bachelor's of Science in Biotechnology. As a graduate student at Cal Poly Pomona, I have taught undergraduate courses to students and, in doing s...
Cal Poly Pomona
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Certified Tutor
Having completed my BA in economics with highest honors at SUNY's University at Buffalo, I am now entering my second year of the economics PhD program at UB. Since I entered the program, I've had many opportunities to build my teaching/tutoring skills as a graduate teaching assistant.My expertise li...
State University of New York at Buffalo
Doctorate (PhD), Economics

Certified Tutor
14+ years
Naomi
Hi, my name is Naomi, and I am happy to tutor for Varsity Tutors. I study English literature and philosophy, so reading and writing are my strongest suits, but I am glad to help in any of my listed subjects. Please send me a message to let me know how I can be of assistance!
Brandeis University
Bachelors, English, Philosophy

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Darrell
I have been teaching for years and have for a long time. It is exciting to be teaching at home now. I never thought I'd enjoy it this much, but working with my dog at my feet. The world is different now, and so has my teaching style. The vibe teaching from home is different and quiet, until my kids ...
Indiana State University
Master of Arts, Communication, General
Franklin College
Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

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Harvey
I will attain a BBA in Business Economics this May 2016 from the University of Memphis. Education and community are passions of mine, and I strive to reignite a curiosity for knowledge in my students and peers. Notable positions I have held include a Success Coach for Peer Powera community centered ...
University of Memphis
Current Undergrad, Business Economics

Certified Tutor
Tiantian
I am a graduate of Harvard Graduate School of Education. I received my Master of Education inPrevention Science and Practice with a focus on Counseling for Adolescents. I received my Master of Arts in English Literature at Peking University in China. Since college, I havebeen enjoying working with y...
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Masters in Education, Prevention: Counseling/Adolescence
Peking University
Bachelor in Arts, English Literature

Certified Tutor
14+ years
Naomi
I am a recent graduate of NYU with a major in Teaching Social Studies Education (Grades 7-12) and a minor in Psychology who is passionate about creating equitable learning opportunities and inspiring learners' academic curiosity. I also have a NYS teaching license.
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Education

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Natalie
Hello! My name is Natalie. I am currently a third year student at the University at Buffalo. I was recently accepted into the BA/MSW program and will begin graduate school for Social Work this fall. It has always been my passion to work in the human service field as I love helping others. My compass...
University at Buffalo
Current Grad Student, Social Work
University at Buffalo
Current Undergrad Student, Social Sciences
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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.
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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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