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Daniel

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Daniel

Bachelors, Biology, General
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
Ecology
Environmental Science

I attended the University of Alabama where I received a BS degree in Biology. During school I also worked intermittently as a Park Ranger for the US National Park Service at Mammoth Cave National Park. After graduating in December of 2014, I moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana where I worked briefly in ...

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The University of Alabama

Bachelors, Biology, General

Joelle

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Joelle

Bachelors, English
Joelle's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
College English

I grew up in a small town in Tennessee where it sometimes felt like I would never get beyond the boundaries of my home state and see more of the world. When it finally came time for me to go to college, I was intent on making the most of my experience--in terms of my education as well as my other ac...

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Murray State University

Bachelors, English

Mary Jane

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Mary Jane

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Mary's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Middle School English

I am able to help students of all ages in Language Arts (Reading/Writing) and Social Studies/History. I am a retired Middle School teacher with 35 years of public school experience. I have a BA in Sociology with certification in Elementary Education (1-8), Reading Endorsement (PreK-12), and a Master...

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Ashland University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

The College of Wooster

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Joshua

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Joshua

Masters, Education
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
Advertising
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP United States History

As a former teacher and a father of three children, I understand what is needed to get children and students to engage. It's the thrill of seeing a child "buy in" to learning that drives me and makes me stand apart from others. My goal is to help others find a way to achieve their goals. I have a ri...

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Dowling College

Masters, Education

SUNY Farmingdale

Bachelors, Industrial Technology

Michael

Certified Tutor

Michael

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Biology
AP Physics 2
AP US History

I am currently enrolled as an undergraduate at Columbia University here in New York working towards a degree in biology.For my entire life, my goal has been to learn, and to take what I learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world. I am never satisfied with the easy answer (except for in a ...

Education

University of Southern California

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Emma

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Emma

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
AP U.S. Government & Politics
College English
College Essays
Conversational French

Hello! My name is Emma, and I am an educator in Madison, WI. I have experience teaching elementary and middle school, and I have years of experience working at a college admissions office. As an educator, I can help you become a stronger reader by digging deep into high-interest texts. As a former a...

Education

Bryn Mawr College

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government

Daniel

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Daniel

Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Business
CFA
CFA - Chartered Financial Analyst - Level 1
CFA - Chartered Financial Analyst - Level 2

Learn from a finance industry professional with nearly 2 decades of experience. Formally trained in Economics with an MBA in Finance. I am also a CFA Charterholder.My talent in explaining difficult concepts easy to understand!

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FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas

Masters in Business Administration, Finance

Boston University

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Zeinab

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Zeinab

Bachelor of Science, Wildlife, Fish, and Wildlands Science and Management
Zeinab's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
College English
Earth Science
Elementary School Math

My name is Zeinab, but I often go by Rose. I'm currently a travelling wildlife biologist and I am extremely passionate about my work, but have always had a side passion for teaching. As a lover of both academics and field work I take every opportunity I can to teach when not working my main professi...

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Michigan State University

Bachelor of Science, Wildlife, Fish, and Wildlands Science and Management

Leah

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Leah

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Leah's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

Math is an exciting and rewarding discipline. After getting my bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Alabama in 2009, I taught and tutored arithmetic, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, calculus, and trigonometry through various venues including Manor College (2012-2013), Blueprint Sc...

Education

University of Alabama at Huntsville

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Jordan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jordan

Current Grad Student, Language Arts Teacher Education
Jordan's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Level American Literature
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I am a highly motivated and passionate teacher/tutor with absolute devotion to aiding students in their inspiring story. I was born and raised in Utah and have developed a deep background in the principles of creative writing, college-level writing, reading, and literature. I earned a BA in English ...

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Weber State University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Western Governors University

Current Grad Student, Language Arts Teacher Education

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Shelia

3rd Grade Tutor • +50 Subjects

I have been in the education field for over 15 years. I love assisting others of all ages in exploring and expanding their learning capacity, which in turn, enriches the quality of their lives. My biggest joy as a teacher is seeing someone come to a full understanding of a concept they could not grasp before. Helping the learner reach those "a-ha" moments is what a teacher does!

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Karina

7th Grade Reading Tutor • +35 Subjects

I am a former high school teacher in the state of Illinois. Having taught both French and Spanish for the past thirty-two years, I have had the pleasure of sharing my passion for languages with all age groups from junior high to university students. During this time, I have tutored students in French from all ages. I have also had experience tutoring a broad range of subjects outside of foreign language study. I have a bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois in French with a certificate in teaching. This was accompanied by a minor in Spanish language. I have a Master's degree in Media Communications from Governor's State University and continuing education studies in Education, Psychology, Sociology, and Social Studies. My experience with youth is not limited to the classroom. I am heavily involved with the Lions Club at the local, district, and state levels. My involvement includes many service projects but my main focus is with youth: the Leo Club (a younger version of the Lions) and Lions Quest ( an instructional program for social interaction). I enjoy teaching the youth of today, each experience is unique, and I find I learn from them as well.

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Kelly

ACCUPLACER Prep Tutor • +100 Subjects

I love learning, teaching and interacting with people about the subject matter that I am very passionate about. I do not believe that any subject is superior to another, and that together they form the basis of a well-rounded, informed individual. With regard to my particular areas of expertise, History, Social and Political Sciences, I feel that these areas all interact, and react, to each other and form an essential part of our human story; the story of us if you will.

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Navid

Administrative Law Tutor • +20 Subjects

I am a business-focused JD with an optimistic attitude and a passion for equipping and empowering my students to perform to the best of their abilities, and to have fun while doing it!

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Michelle

Clinical Psychology Tutor • +31 Subjects

Hello, From time to time most of us need a little help. I will do my best to help guide you through the subject that you are struggling with. I use a non lecture format and our sessions should feel more like conversation. By discussing the subject matter, you are more likely to retain the information.

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Priya

Business Tutor • +25 Subjects

I love teaching and working with students and I take great satisfaction in watching their scores and confidence level increase as we continue to work together! I have tutored kids as part of a community outreach program. The children I've tutored have shown sharp improvements in their grades and understanding of substantive material. I find it incredibly rewarding.

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Kelly

Algebra Tutor • +23 Subjects

“The whole art of teaching is only the art of awakening the natural curiosity of young minds for the purpose of satisfying it afterwards," wrote Anatole France. This statement is an excellent introduction to my teaching philosophy. I believe that the fundamental responsibility and challenge in teaching is to transmit one's own enthusiasm and curiosity to students. In my experience, once students are curious and engaged, teaching is much more effective and enjoyable. I have found this to be successful in lecture, laboratory, and individual tutoring settings.I am currently an adjunct lecturer in the physics department at the College of Staten Island, and I am working on my Ph.D. in theoretical/mathematical physics from Kent State University (Kent, OH). I have been tutoring and assisting students in introductory-level physics courses since 2004, and I greatly enjoy the teaching aspect of graduate school. As a teaching assistant in both laboratory and lecture settings over the course of six years, my average overall rating from undergraduate evaluations is 4.37 (out of 5). In addition to teaching college students, I have mentored high school students working on science fair projects in the Washington, DC, area. I am a member of the American Physical Society and the New York Academy of Sciences.My primary tutoring interests are physics, mathematics, and SAT prep, and in the rare moments when I’m not teaching or working on my dissertation, I enjoy practicing yoga and playing music.

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Arabic Tutor • +16 Subjects

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Mahitha

Algebra Tutor • +13 Subjects

I'm a student at Northeastern University studying computer engineering. My plan is to graduate in 2022 with a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering and a Master's in Engineering Management. I'm from Malvern, PA and graduated from Great Valley High School in 2017. I haven't had any official tutoring experience, but I have helped my younger sister with homework, mostly math homework, my whole life. I really enjoy teaching math because it is something I began to learn at an advanced level at a young age, and I like to teach those things I learned to others. I also like to to teach SAT because I worked very hard for my SATs and went to a prep course and learned lots of tips and I'd like to pass those on to other students. In my free time, I like to write and cook! Hope I can be of some help to you in whatever subjects you need help with!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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