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Max

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Max

Masters, Public History
Max's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade math
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of the public history program at the University of South Carolina, where I received an M.A. I am pursuing a career in historic preservation, because buildings and structures crucial to maintaining the culture of local and national society are constantly threatened. Throughout my grad...

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University of South Carolina

Masters, Public History

New College of Florida

Bachelors, History

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SAT
1550
Mark

Certified Tutor

Mark

Bachelor's
Mark's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I am convinced, though, that the successes in my life have come from hard work and learning how to work in the right way and that IQ, or natural talent, are very often irrelevant. I try to push my students to accomplish their best while at the same time being happy with most results. I have taught a...

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University

Bachelor's

Joanna

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Joanna

Master of Science, Logic and Computation
Joanna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am not tutoring, I enjoy cooking. I am particularly interested in traditional methods of food processing from all over the world. Many of my favorite recipes have been given to me by my students. My other great love is travel. I have lived in Europe and travel often to Italy where I have family.

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Carnegie Mellon University

Master of Science, Logic and Computation

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy and Italian

Suzannah

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Suzannah

Bachelor's
Suzannah's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I'm currently an instructor and MFA candidate at The Ohio State University. I hold an MA in English and Creative Writing from the University of Toronto and a BA from The University of King's College. I'm also an author: my essays and journalism have appeared in numerous magazines and literary journa...

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University

Bachelor's

Vicente

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Vicente

Bachelor's
Vicente's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Writing
K-12th Grade Social Studies
K-12th Grade Spanish
1st-9th Grade Science

As a dedicated educator with a Bachelor's degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University, I bring over 10 years of tutoring and classroom experience across a wide spectrum of subjects, including AP Spanish Language & Culture, High School English, Debate, Essay Writing, Reading ...

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Cornell University

Bachelor's

Ashanti

Certified Tutor

Ashanti

Current Grad Student, Early Childhood Education
Ashanti's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade Reading
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays

I'm currently a first grade teacher at KIPP Academy Charter school. I graduated from Mercy College in 2006 with a degree in Psychology, and am currently in graduate school pursuing a masters in Early Childhood Education. I have been teaching for over five years. I have a passion for teaching. I love...

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Mercy College

Bachelors, Psychology

Concordia University-Portland

Current Grad Student, Early Childhood Education

Mary

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Mary

Bachelor's
Mary's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
IB Extended Essay
College Essays

I'm a graduate of Hamline University, where I acquired a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing. I also did graduate work at Hamline in Language Arts education. I was a student of music for many years, and have a Bachelor's degree in Music from the University of Colorado, Boulder where I stu...

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University

Bachelor's

Mariamawit

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Mariamawit

Current Grad Student, Biology, General
Mariamawit's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am studying or playing the flute usually A la claire fontaine or Symphonie number 9. My favorite animated picture is Kirikou. I like to share knowledge that I am good at. Hopping to share all the french I know soon.

Education

Nevada State College

Current Grad Student, Biology, General

College of Southern Nevada

Current Undergrad, Biology, General

Alexa

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alexa

AB
Alexa's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Writing
7th-12th Grade Literature
8th-12th Grade English
8th-12th Grade AP English Literature

I'm a professional writer, editor, and graduate-level researcher with 10+ years of experience helping students strengthen clarity, flow, argument structure, and self-confidence. I can support your studies as a writing coach, college essay specialist, humanities tutor, ACT, AP, and IB test prep (Hist...

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Wake Forest University

AB

Meagan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Meagan

AM
Meagan's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
SAT
ACT
SAT Subject Tests

I have a bachelor's degree in History, with minors in English and Ancient and Medieval Studies, and a master's in Communication and Rhetorical Studies. I specialize in teaching and tutoring public speaking, writing, and test prep, and look forward to helping students reach their full potential.

Education

Syracuse University

AM

The University of Alabama

AM

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects

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I am a graduate of The University of South Carolina School of Music where I received a Master of Music in Composition. Since graduation, I have composed and recorded works for multiple ensembles, but my true passion is music education. I enjoy seeing people gain confidence with learning. Celebrating the successes of others and seeing their joy when they start to understand their own potential both bring immense personal satisfaction. I have been tutoring for over 10 years in a variety of subjects from elementary to college ages. My most common subjects are music theory, composition, violin, and guitar. However, I also have experience tutoring students in writing, reading, math, and history. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, painting, dancing, and spending time with family.

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Hello! I've been a private tutor and writing coach for over five years for both teenagers and adults. My primary focus areas are: writing (academic, nonfiction and fiction), literacy, study skills/organization and academic/career planning I also specialize in the college application process, having helped hundreds of students through college essays and SAT prep. In 2021, I completed my Master's program at University of Oregon, where I'm studying Strategic Communication with a focus in storytelling, marketing/branding, research, and communications planning. Prior to that, I've worked in both journalistic and teaching/mentoring settings, as well as attained my B.A. in Journalism in 2016.

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Calculus Tutor • +21 Subjects

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I graduated from Yale University in 2021 with a B.A. in the History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health. Following my graduation, I attended Imperial College London on a Fulbright Scholarship to complete my Master of Public Health. Tutoring has been a joy for me over the years, as I've worked with students of all ages, from sixth-graders to Ivy League sophomores. I love learning and teaching a wide range of subjects, especially English, Writing, Biology, and Chemistry. Additionally, I enjoy helping students prepare their applications for higher education and standardized tests. I enjoy meeting new people and collaborating to help them reach their full potential. I believe that finding the right techniques for each person makes all the difference. In my spare time, you can find me baking, diving into a good book, or exploring new cuisines! Looking ahead, after taking my MCAT in September 2024, and I'm excited to start medical school in the fall of 2026!

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Scientific Writing Tutor • +7 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

A tutor can work with you to move beyond vague topic sentences and craft a thesis that makes a specific, arguable claim—the foundation of a compelling essay. They'll help you map out your essay's structure by identifying how each paragraph supports your thesis, ensuring your arguments build logically rather than feel scattered. Through personalized feedback on your drafts, tutors can show you exactly where organization breaks down and help you restructure sections for clarity and impact.

Revision focuses on big-picture issues like thesis clarity, argument strength, and paragraph organization—does your essay actually prove what you claim? Editing addresses sentence-level concerns like grammar, word choice, and flow. A tutor can guide you through revision first by asking critical questions about your evidence and reasoning, then help you edit for polish. This two-stage approach prevents you from wasting time fixing comma splices in paragraphs you might later delete.

Writer's block often stems from perfectionism or unclear thinking rather than lack of ideas. A tutor can help you break through by using strategies like freewriting (getting messy thoughts down without judgment), talking through your argument aloud, or starting with the paragraph you find easiest rather than the introduction. They can also help you identify whether you're stuck because your thesis needs clarifying or because you need more evidence—solving the real problem rather than just pushing through.

Strong essays don't just state claims—they prove them with specific examples, quotes, or data. A tutor can help you evaluate whether each paragraph has concrete support by asking "What evidence backs this up?" and "Would a skeptical reader believe this?" They'll show you how to weave evidence into your argument rather than dropping it in awkwardly, and help you distinguish between surface-level observations and analysis that actually deepens your point.

Many students either over-cite (interrupting every sentence with a source) or under-cite (forgetting to credit ideas). A tutor can teach you when citations are needed, how to introduce sources smoothly with signal phrases, and how to format them correctly in MLA, APA, or Chicago style. They'll help you understand that citations serve your argument—they build credibility and show you've done research—rather than feeling like a burdensome requirement tacked onto your writing.

Academic writing doesn't mean sounding robotic or using unnecessarily complex words. A tutor can help you find the balance between clarity and formality by analyzing your sentence patterns, word choices, and tone. They'll show you how to cut jargon that obscures meaning, vary sentence structure to keep readers engaged, and use active voice where possible. Through revision of your actual writing, you'll develop a voice that sounds intelligent and authentically yours, not like you're imitating someone else.

Summary tells what happened; analysis explains how and why it matters. In literary essays, a tutor can help you move beyond plot summary by teaching you to examine literary devices (symbolism, imagery, tone), character motivation, and thematic significance. They'll guide you in using textual evidence not just to prove you read the book, but to support an original interpretation—showing how specific scenes or word choices reveal deeper meaning about the author's message.

The best tutoring feedback identifies patterns in your writing—recurring issues like weak topic sentences, vague word choices, or rushed conclusions—so you can apply lessons to future essays. A tutor will explain *why* something needs revision (not just mark it wrong), help you practice the skill on new material, and check your progress on subsequent drafts. Over time, you'll internalize these patterns and catch them yourself, building writing skills that transfer across all your classes.

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