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Marco

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Marco

Bachelor
Marco's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Anatomy & Physiology
High School Biology
High School Science

I am a graduate of Yale University. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology and two advanced language certificates in Spanish and Italian. A major focus of mine, throughout my undergraduate career and to the present, is to create opportunities to empower and ed...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor

Sophia

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Sophia

Bachelor
Sophia's other Tutor Subjects
Public Speaking
AP English Literature and Composition
AP English Language and Composition
English Grammar and Syntax

At a time when so many tutors use AI to create lesson plans, conduct research, and even grade students' work, I want to reiterate my committment to not using AI in our work together. Hi! I'm Sophia, a writer, editor, tutor, and voice teacher. I graduated Vanderbilt University with my Bachelor's in ...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor

Michael

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Michael

AB
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
LSAT 5-Week Prep Class
LSAT Reading Comprehension
LSAT Logical Reasoning
LSAT Analytical Reasoning

I am a graduate from New York Law. I am heavily interested in Finance, Law, and Politics. I have been tutoring the Law School Admissions exam since 2017 and have had many successful students. I have studied using many different test prep companies, and I believe in putting an emphasis on methodolog...

Education

CUNY College of Staten Island

AB

Channing

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Channing

Bachelor's
Channing's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra

My goal is to ensure every student I tutor understands math and builds the confidence to bring about fundamental changes about how they solve problems, even if they haven't seen it before.

Education

University

Bachelor's

Daniel

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Daniel

Bachelor's
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
LSAT 5-Week Prep Class
Writing
Reading
Middle School Writing

As a passionate educator with a Doctorate in Philosophy and Science from the University of Padua, I bring over ten years of tutoring experience in subjects including the LSAT, where my focus lies in cultivating analytical skills. My teaching philosophy is deeply student-centered; I strive to connect...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Gloria

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Gloria

Doctor of Philosophy, Nutrition Sciences
Gloria's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Nutrition
College Essays

I am also fluent in Italian; and have extensive advanced fluency in French and German. I picked up my language skills while working and traveling to over 65 countries. My extensive linguistics knowledge coupled with my teaching experience allows me to help students struggling with learning Spanish; ...

Education

Northwestern University

Master of Arts, Public Policy Analysis

Wellesley College

Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies

Tufts University

Doctor of Philosophy, Nutrition Sciences

Tony

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Tony

Master of Arts, Latin American Studies
Tony's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I'm home, I'm likely cooking or watching soccer. If I'm traveling for fun, it will likely be to Europe or South America.

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Master of Arts, Latin American Studies

Georgetown University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Magdi

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Magdi

Bachelor in Arts, French
Magdi's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Physiology
Anatomy

I am a trilingual (English,French and Arabic) tutor.

Education

DeLasalle

Bachelor in Arts, French

Cairo University

Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Rithi

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Rithi

Masters, Biotechnology
Rithi's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am now a medical student at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Masters, Biotechnology

Duke University

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Emily

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Emily

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Geometry

I am currently a third year PhD student at The Ohio State University for physical chemistry. I recently completed my undergraduate education with bachelor's degrees in music and chemistry. I was trained at my undergraduate institution, Hiram College, as a writing tutor, but I have also tutored subje...

Education

Hiram College

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Test Scores
ACT
33

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Calculus Tutor • +47 Subjects

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +56 Subjects

I tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about: -MATH -WRITING -BIOLOGY/CHEMISTRY I have experience in the classroom as a long-term substitute math teacher for middle and high school students. As a long-term substitute, I developed lesson plans, lectured, practiced with students, and graded assignments. Outside of the classroom, I also tutored private clients. I will graduate from the University of Arizona this upcoming spring. I am studying Molecular and Cellular Biology with a minor in Professional and Technical Writing. Education is one of my passions! Many students struggle with math and I enjoy helping them to catch up and understand the "why" behind math concepts for the first time. I also love to help students write essays that they feel proud of. Regardless of subject matter, my goal is to always help students feel confident in their own abilities and develop a growth mindset. I strive to make a lasting impact on the students that I teach and tutor so that they excel for years to come!

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Calculus Tutor • +40 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Italian verb conjugation is notoriously complex because verbs change not just for tense but also for person, mood, and aspect—with three different conjugation patterns (regular -are, -ere, -ire verbs plus many irregulars). Most students memorize tables without understanding the underlying patterns, which leads to errors in conversation. A tutor breaks conjugation into logical chunks, connects patterns across tenses, and uses conversation practice to make conjugations automatic rather than something you have to think through.

Classroom settings rarely give students enough speaking time—you might get a few minutes per class. Personalized tutoring provides sustained, real-time conversation where a tutor listens, corrects pronunciation and grammar naturally, and adjusts difficulty to keep you challenged without overwhelming you. Tutors can focus on your specific weak points (like rolling your R's, getting prepositions right, or thinking faster) and create scenarios that matter to you—whether that's ordering food in Rome or discussing your career in Italian.

Italian pronunciation is more consistent than English, but non-native speakers often struggle with vowel sounds (which are pure and short), consonant clusters, and stress patterns that shift meaning (like 'pésca' vs 'pesCÀ'). A tutor can model correct pronunciation, listen to your speech in real time, and give you targeted feedback on specific sounds. Regular practice with a native or near-native speaker helps your ear attune to Italian rhythm and intonation, which native speakers notice immediately.

Cramming vocabulary lists doesn't stick because your brain needs spaced repetition and retrieval practice—seeing a word once isn't enough. A good tutor helps you learn words in context (through conversation, reading, or real scenarios you care about), reviews strategically over time, and pushes you to use new words immediately in speaking and writing. This approach anchors vocabulary to meaning and usage patterns rather than isolated English translations, making recall faster and more natural.

The most effective approach balances both: you need grammar foundations to speak accurately, but learning grammar in isolation (endless conjugation tables and subjunctive mood rules) doesn't translate to real conversation. Skilled tutors weave grammar into conversation—they explain why you'd use the subjunctive in a specific sentence, practice that structure in dialogue, and move on. This way, grammar becomes a tool for communication rather than an abstract system, and you develop intuition for what sounds right.

Language and culture are inseparable—Italian expressions, idioms, and communication styles reflect Italian values and history. For example, understanding Italian family dynamics helps you grasp why certain phrases matter, or knowing Italian cinema and literature opens doors to authentic listening and reading material. Tutors who weave cultural context into lessons help you understand not just what Italians say, but why they say it, which deepens comprehension and makes your Italian feel more genuine and connected to real life.

Beginners need foundational grammar, pronunciation, and confidence-building through structured lessons and lots of repetition of core patterns. Advanced learners struggle differently—they need nuance (subjunctive mood subtleties, regional dialects, formal vs. informal registers), exposure to authentic media, and conversation on complex topics to reach fluency. A tutor tailors the pace, complexity, and focus based on where you are, pushing you past plateaus that self-study often can't break through.

Reading and writing reinforce each other and deepen grammar understanding in ways speaking alone doesn't. A tutor can assign reading at your level (short stories, news articles, or texts matched to your interests), discuss them in Italian to build comprehension, and have you write responses or journal entries that get corrected and refined. This balanced approach means you're not just memorizing for conversation—you're building literacy skills that help you consume Italian media independently and express yourself in writing with confidence.

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