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Barbara
I am a graduate of Baldwin-Wallace University, Berea, Ohio. I have a B.A. in Psychology and Elementary education. I taught middle school math and science for 22 years, including math intervention, grades 6, and 7. In addition, I've tutored students for over 4 years in all subjects, my favorite being...
Baldwin-Wallace College
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Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am highly enthusiastic about math! I have taught mathematics for 10 years to students in grades 7-12 and I have tutored students on weekends and nights as well.I attended University of Texas at Austin and earned my BA in Economics in 2004 with a minor in Mathematics. I'm excited to help students c...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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5+ years
Vishnu
I am a current graduate student in aerospace engineering at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. After I completed my bachelors, I went to work full-time at NASA Johnson Space Center as a flight controller supporting International Space Station operations.Math and science have been my passions s...
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master of Science, Aerospace Engineering
The University of Texas at Austin
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Francis
I remember being a high school senior and not knowing what was special about English, sitting there wondering why we needed to be studying the writings of these "old, dead guys." Then I had an English teacher who made an impact on me as a student, and I had a breakthrough with the subject. He made t...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching of Secondary English
College of William and Mary
Bachelor in Arts, English

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9+ years
Lesley
I firmly believe that we all have the capability to achieve our goals and excel at most anything to which we put our minds. I work hard to ensure that my students are provided with the skills and tools that will enable them to study effectively and reach their full potential. I recognize that not ev...
University College London
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Bachelors, Cultural Heritage

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9+ years
Jonathan
Go Orange! (Yes, my college mascot is a literal fruit) I am a proud alum of Syracuse University Class of 2016 where I studied information technology, computer science and animation. Because I had both logical and linguistic studies as part of my program, I was able to tutor mathematics in college, w...
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General

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Camille
I am a first-year student at Haverford College in PA. But originally from the Washington D.C. area. I'm planning to study Psychology, with minors in neuroscience and Africana studies. If you need help with any general subjects, don't hesitate to contact me!
Haverford College
Bachelor of Science, Psychology

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2+ years
Detra Melinda
Hello, Let me be your tutor. I am here to help you. I love math, but I can help with other subjects such as reading science, and writing. I am excited about the opportunity to work with you.
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Shalin
My name is Shalin. I am a Biology geek, currently enrolled in NYU pursuing a Masters in Bioinformatics. I love all things science, and am building a career working in Big Data. I love working with kids of all ages, and evaluate each child to determine what resources work best.
Temple University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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4+ years
Patrine
I have been working in the learning environment/public schools for over 20 plus years. During my years with the public school system, I have worked as a support staff, a teacher assistant, then became a substitute teacher. Along with being a substitute teacher, I have worked as an instructor for an ...
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I'm a graduate of the SUNY Oswego where I earned both my BS and MS degrees in chemistry and Rutgers University Graduate School where I received my Ph. D., also in chemistry. I have eighteen years of experience as a research scientist and seventeen years of experience as a high school and college level science teacher.I have taught chemistry, physics and environmental science at all levels including CP, Honors, AP and Dual enrollment. I have also taught IB Chemistry and IB Physics (SL and HL). In addition, I have tutored Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus and Calculus. However, chemistry was my first love and it remains my favorite subject to teach.I have always loved science. But what I enjoy most is helping young people learn. I believe what I do best is to help students understand the physical world that surrounds them. When I teach I focus on short lessons followed by "hands-on" student activities to reinforce the lesson.When I'm not teaching I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, golf and cross-country skiing.
Makenzie
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I really love tutoring and sharing my love of learning with other people. I've tutored middle school students for a year and I love it. My students and I usually meet 1-3 times a week and they have all made significant positive changes in test scores and overall understanding of a variety of subjects. I am patient, encouraging, and friendly. I understand that each individual learns differently and I tailor my lessons to each student.My hobbies are exploring downtown Phoenix, playing sports, making art, and listening to music. I have a cocker spaniel named Ranger and a chronic french fry craving, for which the only cure is french fries. My favorite author is Fyodor Dostoevsky and I'm about to begin pursuing degrees in Art and English at Hillsdale College in Michigan. I hope to meet you soon!
Jacqueline
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I am a recent graduate from Oregon Health and Science University. I received my Master of Public Health degree with a focus on Environmental Systems and Human Health. Prior to graduate school I attended the University of Nevada, Reno and received my Bachelor of Science in Community Health Sciences with a focus on Public Health. I have previously tutored organic chemistry, but am very passionate about public health and environmental health. I enjoy seeing students achieve their academic goals and improve in academia. In my free time I enjoy reading and doing anything outdoors (camping, hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and SUPing).
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Algebra Tutor • +27 Subjects
Everyone has the ability to learn. As an educator, I want to help prepare students to be career and college ready. I love teaching because I love the opportunity it affords me to individualize the learning process for each and every student to experience knowledge acquisition at his or her own pace and using the method and style that suits him or her.I am currently a Math Coach for Middle School Teachers of grades 6-8. I have taught at various levels from 4th/5th grade math through Algebra and Geometry. I have over 15 years of tutoring experience and am in my 5th year of teaching/coaching math. I understand how to connect students thinking to their learning experience and can help them to breakdown complex tasks to a level of understanding. I believe this makes me a great tutor.
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A good tutor is someone who understands your learning needs and desires, and adapts their teaching style to meet those needs. Learning should be an interactive process, with the tutor and the one being tutored offering equal conversation and interacting in meaningful ways together. The best tutors are able to balance the need for specific content mastery and the desire to instill a love for learning as a general concept.
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I am a third-year MD/MPH candidate with a long-standing passion for tutoring, which I began in high school. I graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania in 2021 with a B.A. in Neuroscience and minors in Chemistry and Psychology. During my time at Penn, I served as the head teaching assistant for the introductory biology course (Bio 101), where I gained extensive experience in developing practice questions, presenting material through multiple teaching modalities, and tailoring instruction to diverse learning styles. I strive to combine academic rigor with compassionate communication to ensure students feel supported and confident in their learning. It would be an honor to continue sharing this approach and to support you in reaching your academic goals.
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Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you work with a tutor. Students typically see 10-20 point improvements over 8-12 weeks of focused study, though some see larger gains if they're addressing fundamental gaps in English proficiency. The key is identifying which sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking, or Writing) need the most work and developing targeted strategies for those areas.
A tutor can help you move beyond simply taking more practice tests—they'll diagnose exactly where you're losing points and create a customized study plan that addresses your specific weaknesses.
The Reading section is where most students struggle with pacing. You have 54-72 minutes to read 3-4 passages and answer 12-14 questions per passage—that's roughly 10-12 minutes per passage if you account for question-answering time. Many students spend too long on difficult questions and rush through easier ones, losing points unnecessarily.
A tutor can teach you strategic skimming techniques, help you identify which questions to tackle first, and show you how to quickly locate evidence in the text rather than re-reading entire passages. With practice and the right approach, you can cut your reading time significantly while maintaining accuracy.
Speaking anxiety is common because you're recorded and can't revise your answers—but it's highly manageable with preparation. The Speaking section rewards clear organization and fluency more than perfect grammar, so knowing what to expect reduces panic significantly.
A tutor can help you build confidence by having you practice speaking out loud repeatedly (not just in your head), teaching you templates for structuring responses, and simulating the actual test conditions so the day itself feels familiar. Recording yourself and reviewing mistakes also normalizes the process. With consistent practice, most students move from anxious to confident within 4-6 weeks.
It depends on your timeline and starting score, but generally you should prioritize your weakest sections while maintaining your strong ones. If you're weak in Reading and Writing but strong in Listening and Speaking, spending 70% of tutoring time on those two sections makes sense. Your tutor can help you allocate time efficiently based on your goals.
That said, don't completely ignore your strong sections—students often plateau when they only focus downward. Your tutor will ensure you're using an 80/20 approach: deep work on weakness areas, maintenance on strength areas, and some time on test-taking strategy that applies across all sections.
Integrated tasks require you to combine information from reading, listening, and speaking or writing—they test your ability to synthesize multiple sources. Independent tasks ask you to draw from your own knowledge and experiences. Most students find Integrated tasks harder because they require managing information from multiple sources while also producing language under time pressure.
The good news? Integrated tasks are also the most learnable with practice. A tutor can break down the note-taking strategies, help you organize information effectively, and give you templates for structuring integrated responses. Once you understand the predictable format and practice 15-20 integrated tasks, they become significantly easier.
The answer depends on your stage of preparation. Early on (weeks 1-4), take one full practice test to establish a baseline, then focus on targeted section practice and skill-building. In the middle phase (weeks 5-8), take full tests every 1-2 weeks to apply what you're learning. In the final 2-3 weeks, take a full test every 4-5 days to build endurance and identify last-minute gaps.
Taking practice tests too frequently without review wastes time; taking them too rarely means you won't catch patterns in your mistakes. Your tutor can help you find the right frequency and, more importantly, help you review and learn from each test so you're not just going through the motions.
Look for someone with specific TOEFL expertise—not just general English proficiency. Your tutor should understand the exact format of each section, know common student mistakes, and be able to diagnose weaknesses quickly. They should also be able to teach test-specific strategies (like skimming techniques for Reading or note-taking for Integrated tasks) rather than just assigning practice tests.
Equally important is someone who understands that TOEFL preparation isn't just about language skills—it's about managing anxiety, pacing, and test strategy. The best tutors combine deep content knowledge with the ability to build your confidence so you can perform your best on test day.
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