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Rachel

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Rachel

PHD, Gender Studies
Rachel's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
College Application Essays
College English
College Level American Literature

While earning my Bachelor of Arts degree in English, I spent four years working full time as a Writing Lab Consultant at my college's Center for Student Learning. My experience as a writing lab tutor was my first experience with, and truly ignited my passion for, teaching; as I honed my own writing ...

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Arizona State University

PHD, Gender Studies

College of Charleston

Bachelors, English

Andrew

Certified Tutor

Andrew

Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a bioengineering student at UofL and I have a biochemistry degree from WKU.I tutor biology, chemistry, computer science, and ACT prep. I particularly enjoy tutoring computer science as programming brought me into the academic world.My teaching style involves motivating my students to learn the ...

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Western Kentucky University

Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry

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Latiesha

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Latiesha

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Latiesha's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

Patience is key to success. I will guide you through your work while making sure you are understanding what you are doing. In order to become successful in what you are being taught, you have to have patience and be willing to listen to understand.I enjoy helping students become comfortable in the s...

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Monroe College-Main Campus

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Juliana

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Juliana

Master of Science, Physiology
Juliana's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
Biology
College Biology
Elementary School Math

Having the opportunity to tutor students in the subjects I enjoy most is exciting. I hope to be able to help students reach their full potential.I hold a Bachelors Degree in Molecular Genetics, with a minor in European History, from The Ohio State University, as well as a Masters Degree in Medical P...

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Case Western Reserve University

Master of Science, Physiology

The Ohio State University

Bachelor of Science, Molecular Genetics

Nicole

Certified Tutor

Nicole

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership
Nicole's other Tutor Subjects
Art
Art Hour
Biology
Cell Biology

I believe in the power of education and curiosity! I am a biologist who has taught in public high schools for the past 8 years. I love working with students to discover new things about this amazing planet! I have taught everything from cell biology to astronomy, including botany, developmental biol...

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Regis University

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Lyn

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lyn

Masters, MBA
Lyn's other Tutor Subjects
English
ESL/ELL
High School English
Middle School Math

I received my undergraduate degree in psychology from Agnes Scott and my graduate degree in business from Georgia Tech. At Agnes Scott I took education courses in addition to my psychology and core courses. My education courses were taken in conjunction with tutoring assignments at local schools. My...

Education

Ga Institute of Technology

Masters, MBA

Agnes Scott College

Bachelors, Psychology

Rehan

Certified Tutor

Rehan

Master of Arts, History
Rehan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science

I am a high school science teacher and can tutor in science, history, ESL, Math, and introductory Spanish. I enjoy tutoring students to help them achieve their goals. Working one on one or in small groups allows me to focus on the students needs and ask the right questions to explain material they d...

Education

The University of Texas at Arlington

Master of Arts, History

Texas A & M University-College Station

Bachelor in Arts, History and Biology

Nora

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Nora

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Nora's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Calculus AB
Arabic
C++

As a student myself who has used tutoring resources many times, I know the need for good teachers to help students succeed, and I am passionate about giving back these lessons the same way I was able to receive them! I have taught students of many different ages from as little as 6 years old to as o...

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Fordham University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Ashwaq

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Ashwaq

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Ashwaq's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Calculus
College English
College Math

I have graduated with a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and I am currently earning another Bachelor's degree in Computer Science! I chose to get another Bachelor's degree because I discovered my passion for programming in a previous job role I had.I am currently volunteering with an organization c...

Education

SUNY College at Buffalo

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Theresa

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Theresa

Master of Arts, High School Teaching
Theresa's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Elementary School Math
English Language Arts Substitute
Geometry

I am a veteran teacher with 24 years experience in the public schools. I am a graduate of Gettysburg College and Lehigh University. Over my career, I have taught diverse learners of varied academic abilities and backgrounds. My students have always met or exceeded their growth measures.I am excited ...

Education

Lehigh University

Master of Arts, High School Teaching

Gettysburg College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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Keely

Algebra Tutor • +6 Subjects

I have been teaching 7th and 8th grade Mathematics for several years. I am a Texas certified 4th-8th Mathematics teacher. I will be obtaining my Master's Degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce in August.

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Uzma

Elementary School Tutor • +50 Subjects

I am a teacher at heart! I have learned many things through teaching. I believe our students teach us how to keep our hearts, minds and perspectives open. The world will continue to become a better place with the spread of education. Knowledge is shared by teaching, inspiring, motivating, listening, learning and, most of all, laughing with our students. Education will ultimately bring what the world truly needs...peace!With over 20 years teaching experience in three different countries including Pakistan, United States and Canada, I have come to believe even more so that education is the key to improving global relations as well as create a mutually respectful environment all around.

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Joshua

College Computer Science Tutor • +30 Subjects

I am a graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology with a degree in Computational Media (A hybrid degree between Liberal Arts and Computer Science), with a focus in Intelligence and Game Studies. I am working towards getting into the Digital Media Masters Program at Georgia Tech as well, with a focus on Game Artificial Intelligence. I also studied and did research into Augmented Reality and other Interactive Media technologies. Throughout my five years in college, I was a Teaching Assistant (and even Head TA) in various Computer Science classes, holding office hours weekly and helping to write and plan course material in 1st year, 2nd year, and 4th year level courses. If I had to pick a favorite subject to teach, it would have to be Game Design and Programming, as that is one of my own passions. What really drives me to teach is helping other people achieve in spite of obstacles they find themselves facing, helping them find techniques to learning that they can use, and helping them achieve success through their own power. In turn, I have the chance to improve my own knowledge and understanding of the subjects through helping them. I am a vary adaptable tutor, willing to try many different modes and methodologies of teaching to help a student understand the underlying principles of subjects, rather than memorization (unless it is called for). As for interests and hobbies, I like to help design Video Games and Tabletop Role-Playing Games and play them, and help running fan conventions (such as MomoCon or DragonCon) across the Southeast.

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Yurok

ACT Prep Tutor • +36 Subjects

I am a second year student at Emory University working towards a B.S. in Physics and Mathematics. I tutor in all levels of physics and math, and specialize at the high school AP and SAT level. I have hundreds of hours of experience tutoring in these subjects, and I love to help my students see the beauty in physics and mathematics.

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Claire

6th Grade AP Language Composition Tutor • +20 Subjects

I graduated with a BA from Allegheny College in 2019 with a double major in English and Theatre and a minor in Education Studies. While I was at Allegheny, I was a tutor for the America Reads program where I was a classroom tutor in all subjects for a 6th grade class for all 4 years. I then graduated from Pitt's MAT program in 2020, and earned my English 7-12 Teaching Certificate,and completed my student teaching in an 8th grade Language Arts class. This year, I have been a long term substitute in a 6th grade English class for the entire school year. I also have experience tutoring for SATs and up through 8th grade level math. My main interests are in English and Literature, but I also enjoy Theatre and Drama, skiing, traveling, and knitting. I would describe myself as energetic, hardworking and friendly!

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Kellie

College English Tutor • +34 Subjects

"A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a LOVE of learning!" -Brad HenryI have been teaching for 9 years at the elementary level. Every year of my teaching career has been rewarding to see students leave the classroom ready to tackle the next grade with confidence. I graduated from Mount Saint Mary College with a B.S. in Education and completed my masters degree in Special Education from Hofstra University. I relate well to children of all ages and I am looking forward to helping children become strong, independent thinkers! I have experience tutoring in all subject areas as well as test preparation.

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Steven

ACT Math Tutor • +20 Subjects

I am a University of Missouri - Columbia graduate, and umpire for minor league baseball. I started teaching because I genuinely enjoy math (even though I haven't always) and believe it is important for students to excel in math.

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Kevin

Algebra Tutor • +31 Subjects

I graduated from Williams College in 2009 with B.A. in Economics and Political Science. My Economics study is Macro and Finance oriented, with my senior thesis focused on the financial markets and statistical arbitrage.As a tutor, my focus will be on the standardized tests, Economics, and Mandarin Chinese.

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Tiffany

Elementary School English Tutor • +16 Subjects

I have 20 years of educational experience. I work with students of all ages to reach high levels of success

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Samudra

ACT Prep Tutor • +68 Subjects

I graduated from Drexel University with a Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering and an MD. I've also done some masters courses in Biomed at Johns Hopkins and taught people from grade school to fellow physicians. I believe that the best knowledge comes from deep understanding of fundamental principles and building things up from there. I lean heavy towards science but am very appreciative of the humanities subjects and am happy to help students with either.

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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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