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Kate

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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
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AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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SAT
1580
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Justin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33
Ethan

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Ethan

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra

I am not teaching or grading papers, I can usually be found playing some brass instrument or another, umpiring baseball, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending far too much time on Netflix.

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Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1510
ACT
36
Samuel

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Samuel

Applied Mathematics major
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade math
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra

I'm just not very good at it." People tend to not be very excited about topics that they don't understand. Teachers and grades have been making them feel bad whenever they come to class, and there is nothing more frustrating than studying for hours and still not getting any concept. These sorts of t...

Education

Brown University

Applied Mathematics major

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Kevin

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Kevin

Bachelor of Science
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

I am interested in working for Varsity Tutors because I enjoy helping others learn new concepts and progress in whatever they are struggling with. I have significant experience tutoring with a variety of age levels and would be delighted to have an opportunity to work with students through this oppo...

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Stanford University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
35
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Taariq

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Taariq's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a recent graduate of Duke University, where I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in 2014. I am primarily a math tutor but I also enjoy teaching chemistry and physics. Math was always my favorite subject in high school and I continued my love of math at Duke. I have also been a middle...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
33
Jonathan

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Jonathan

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering and Computer Science
Jonathan's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4

I am a student at Cornell University studying Chemical Engineering and Computer Science. I'm living in Tarrytown right now and can help your son or daughter in math, science, or SAT/ACT prep! Over the past 5 years, I've accumulated many hours of tutoring experience. Some of the subjects I tutor incl...

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Cornell University

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
ACT
34
Daniel

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9+ years

Daniel

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I am an Undergraduate Student at Vanderbilt University. With years of tutoring experience and a solid academic foundation, I am fully equipped to teach in various subjects at many different levels.

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36
Richard

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Richard

Bachelor in Arts, Government
Richard's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra

I am a rising senior at Harvard College pursuing an AB in Government. Academically, I have diverse interests, including history, language, math, physics, philosophy, music, and politics. In high school, I tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in music, math, ACT and SAT prep, and Span...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Government

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
36

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I am currently studying law at Washington University in St. Louis. I have received a B.A. in mathematics from the University of Chicago. Though my life has moved away from the study of math, I remain passionate about math and learning in general. I have always been a strong believer that we learn by teaching, and I am excited to learn as I help you learn!

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I am a current student at Washington University in St. Louis, and have been tutoring for the last four years. While I most commonly worked with younger students in the beginning, I gradually took on an influx of older students as my teaching style developed. Because of this, I have experience teaching students from all ages and backgrounds. With my youngest learner ever being 4 years old and my oldest in her 50's, I wholeheartedly believe anyone can learn. I have the experience and desire adapt to each student's unique style of learning in any subject they need; from learning ABCs to multi-variable calculus, I have experience in it all.

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I am currently a Harvard student majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Applied Mathematics. I graduated Class Valedictorian in high school and was named National Merit Finalist. I took 16 AP classes in high school, including AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Physics C : Mechanics and AP Physics 1, with a score of 5 in all of the tests. I scored a 1570/1600 in my SAT and 800 in the SAT Math Level 2 Subject Test and 790 in the SAT Physics Subject Test.

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I'm a sophomore at Vanderbilt University, majoring in Physics and Classics and minoring in Mathematics and Computer Science. I'm qualified to teach a wide variety of subjects, but prefer to focus on the fields I'm studying in school listed above; I have a passion for those areas that I want to share with everyone, no matter the education level or confidence. I believe that no one is "bad at math," but many people haven't been taught math and science concepts in a way that matches how they best learn. As a result, I try to tailor my teaching style to be the best it can be for each individual student. With regard to math and physics, I myself prefer a physical, graphical understanding of different concepts, so I do best at explaining what seemingly abstract concepts actually mean in the real world and how they act on a graph.

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I am a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. I started peer tutoring in high school, staying after school to help fellow students with AP Chemistry content before major exams and quizzes. I currently tutor in math (up to AP Calculus BC/Calculus II), chemistry, physics, biology and offer test prep for the SAT and several SAT Subject tests. However my favorite subjects to tutor involve chemistry, due to the various real world examples that make the subject more comprehensive and ultimately enjoyable for students. My hobbies and interests include dancing, solving crossword puzzles, binging Netflix TV shows and hiking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and commitment level. Students who work consistently with a tutor typically see meaningful gains—often 1-2 points on the AP scale—within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation. However, the jump from a 2 to a 4, for example, requires mastering both computational skills and conceptual understanding, which takes sustained effort.

The most significant improvements happen when students combine tutoring with regular practice on released AP exams and targeted review of weak topics. Your tutor can help you identify which areas—limits, derivatives, integrals, or differential equations—are holding you back and create a study plan that addresses those gaps directly.

Many students struggle with conceptual understanding of limits and continuity early on, which creates problems later since these concepts underpin derivatives and integrals. Others master computation but struggle to recognize which calculus tool to apply in a given context—a critical skill on the free-response section.

Pacing is another major challenge. Part A of the exam (non-calculator) moves quickly, and students often second-guess themselves or spend too much time on one problem. Series and sequences, which are unique to BC, also trip up many students because they require both procedural fluency and the ability to determine convergence using various tests. A tutor can help you develop efficient problem-solving strategies and build confidence in these tricky areas.

An effective AP Calculus BC tutor understands not just the mathematics, but the test itself—what the College Board values, how questions are worded, and where students commonly lose points. They can explain why a particular approach works and when to use it, rather than just showing you the steps.

Look for someone who is patient with conceptual questions, can break down complex topics into digestible pieces, and adapts their teaching style to how you learn best. They should also help you develop test-taking strategies specific to AP Calculus BC, like managing time between the calculator and non-calculator sections and avoiding common mistakes on free-response questions. Strong tutors use practice tests diagnostically to identify your weaknesses and tailor sessions around those areas.

Ideally, you'll have 3-6 months of focused preparation before test day. If you're struggling with foundational concepts early in the school year, starting tutoring in fall gives you time to build a solid understanding without last-minute cramming. If you're already in spring and feeling unprepared, even 6-8 weeks of intensive tutoring combined with daily practice can help you consolidate knowledge and improve your score.

A typical study schedule includes 2-3 tutor sessions per week plus independent practice between sessions. During these sessions, your tutor should help you work through released AP exam questions, explain concepts you're unclear on, and develop problem-solving strategies. In the final 2-3 weeks before the exam, focus shifts to full-length practice tests and review of your weak topics.

Part A (55 minutes, non-calculator) requires you to solve problems using algebra and calculus knowledge alone—no graphing calculator allowed. Part B (50 minutes, calculator permitted) lets you use your graphing calculator strategically. A common mistake is relying too heavily on your calculator in Part B or not knowing how to use it efficiently.

A tutor can help you master both sections by teaching you which problems are best solved by hand and which benefit from calculator use. They'll also ensure you know how to interpret calculator outputs correctly and avoid common errors like forgetting to show your work or misreading the question. Many students improve significantly once they learn to allocate time strategically—typically spending 8-10 minutes per Part A question and a bit more on the longer Part B problems.

Practice tests are invaluable diagnostic tools. Take your first full-length practice test early in your preparation to identify which topics and question types are most challenging for you. This helps your tutor create a focused study plan rather than reviewing material you already know well.

After studying specific topics, take targeted practice test sections to see if you've improved. Then, in the final 3-4 weeks, take full-length timed practice exams under realistic test conditions to build stamina and refine your pacing strategy. After each practice test, review every question you missed—not just to see the correct answer, but to understand why your approach didn't work and what you'd do differently next time. Your tutor can guide this review process and help you extract maximum learning from each test.

Free-response questions reward clear communication of your mathematical thinking. You must show your work and justify your steps—simply getting the right answer earns you minimal credit if you can't explain how you got there. Many students lose points by skipping steps or making computational errors partway through.

A strong strategy is to read the entire question first, identify what's being asked, and plan your approach before diving in. Break multi-part questions into chunks and tackle them in order. Your tutor can help you practice writing clear, organized solutions and show you exactly how the College Board grades these questions. They'll also teach you how to recover if you get stuck on one part—often you can still earn points on subsequent parts by making a reasonable assumption and continuing your work.

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