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Doris J.

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Doris J.

Masters, Library Media
Doris's other Tutor Subjects
African-American History
American Literature
College English
College Level American Literature

I am a graduate of David Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee and the University of West Alabama in Livingston, Alabama. I received a Bachelor of Arts in English from Lipscomb, and a Masters of Arts in Library Media from UWA. I taught several middle school and secondary school English in the ...

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University of West Alabama

Masters, Library Media

Lipscomb University

Bachelors, English

Debra

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Debra

Masters, Special Education
Debra's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I have always loved to teach students! As a certified special education and general education teacher, with a Master of Arts in Teaching, I have been able to work in public schools to address the differentiated needs of elementary education students. Working one on one in tutoring sessions enables m...

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Montclair State University

Masters, Special Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Child Psychology

Marine

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Marine

Bachelor in Arts, English
Marine's other Tutor Subjects
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
College English
College Essays

I am currently a student at Georgia State University; I will have my Bachelor's degree, with a major in English with a concentration in Literature, in May of 2014. In September 2014, I will begin my Masters of Arts in Teaching through the University of Southern California. I have had multiple experi...

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Georgia State University

Bachelor in Arts, English

James

Certified Tutor

3+ years

James

Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
James's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
CDL - Commercial Driver's License
College Math
Geometry

I love helping people overcome the hurtles preventing them from being successful. Whether it's figuring out life, gaining a true helpful understanding of a subject, or just passing a written exam so they can get to the real life on the job training, I can help! I tutor all things Math (Aerospace Stu...

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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide

Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering

Glen

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Glen

Doctor of Philosophy, Computer Science
Glen's other Tutor Subjects
A Beginner's Guide: Excel
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra
Admissions

I am passionate about both learning and teaching. I believe in a positive, encouraging, and supportive teaching style. I have a Bachelors of Science, a Masters of Science in Computer Science, and am currently finishing my PhD. I've taught at the university level and worked as a professional trainer....

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Bowling Green State University-Main Campus

Master of Science, Computer Science

Gonzaga University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Texas A & M International University

Doctor of Philosophy, Computer Science

Anthony

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Anthony

Bachelor of Science, Economics
Anthony's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Basic Computer Literacy
Business
College Application Essays

Hello, my name's Anthony. I'm currently an economics and mathematical sciences double major at DePaul University. I love math and like to make it simple and sweet! I also strive to make the best use of clients' time in ensuring effective teaching tactics and yielding positive test and or grade resul...

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DePaul University

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Courtney

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Courtney

Master of Arts, Humanities/Literary Translation
Courtney's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
AP Spanish Language & Culture

I've had experience tutoring at Kumon Learning Center where I had to engage and encourage multiple students - whose ages ranged from 3 to 15 - at a time. I spent two years tutoring SAT Verbal, Writing and Reading Comp strategies at Karen Dillard's College Prep. I also privately tutored my peers in S...

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The University of Texas at Dallas

Master of Arts, Humanities/Literary Translation

University of Dallas

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Hannah

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Hannah

Bachelor in Business Administration, Health Management and Clinical Assistance
Hannah's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Math
Middle School Math

Hello! My name is Hannah and I am a junior in College in North Carolina! I love the beach and dogs. My favorite subject in school is math. My goal is to be an occupational Therapist one day.

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University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Bachelor in Business Administration, Health Management and Clinical Assistance

Courtney

Certified Tutor

Courtney

Bachelor's
Courtney's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology

Hello students! I enjoy school and attend Arizona State University where I am obtaining a bachelor's degree in nursing. I have a psychology and social work minor completed to accompany my degree, and enjoy healthcare and sciences very much. I have also completed several AP and collegiate level Engli...

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University

Bachelor's

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

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Matthew

ACT Aspire Tutor • +45 Subjects

I am a graduate of Williams College with majors in both Chemistry and Political science. I also completed the pre-medical curriculum and plan on going to medical school. While at Williams I expanded my love of learning under professors who focused on teaching, engaging students and building relationships. I took advantage of the liberal arts course offerings and am comfortable tutoring in the core social sciences.Trained by Teach For America, I have taught 9th grade Biology in Georgia public schools. In college I tutored my peers in General, Organic, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry. I was a lab Teaching Assistant for Molecular Biology, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry. My experience also includes tutoring SAT, ACT, and SSAT test preparation, and high school science, math and English internationally.My teaching philosophy is that every student can learn and achieve at the highest level. I strive to explore different avenues of learning in order for students to comprehend and engage with the material.

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Jenny

ACT Math Tutor • +10 Subjects

I am a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a concentration in Neuroscience. Since graduation, I worked as a teaching assistant with Blue Engine, an education non-profit in New York City that accelerates student achievement by harnessing the power of team teaching. In my two years with Blue Engine, I taught Algebra I and Algebra II. Next year I will be teaching 8th Grade Math and Geometry as a full time teacher in a public school while completing my Masters degree in Teaching through Relay Graduate School of Education. I'm passionate about teaching math through problem solving and I push against the idea that math is a set of rules to be memorized. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, coffee, and salsa dancing.

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Jeremy

EMT - Emergency Medical Technicians Tutor • +1 Subjects

I'm here to share some of the knowledge that I've gained in my time as a Firefighter/EMT and to help make Candidates the best they can be!

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Martha

Advanced Placement Prep Tutor • +41 Subjects

I am a PhD student at the University of Michigan, studying social psychology. Before this, I was at Duke University completing a BS in psychology as well as a MS in global health. My research combines the fields of global health and psychology by examining the effects of culture on self-related psychological processes. I hope to continue in academia to become a professor of psychology, as teaching is among my greatest passions.I offer tutoring services in SAT and GRE prep, as well as in grammar, writing, and essay editing. I also provide help with AP Lang, Lit, 2-D Studio Art, Music Theory, and Psychology. I believe that all tutors should be patient enough to listen to each student's unique needs, and flexible enough to respond accordingly. We all learn in different ways, and it's my job to calibrate my teaching to your learning speed and style.

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Ava

Adult Literacy Tutor • +8 Subjects

I am now teaching 5 subjects, with more than 25 years of experience in Education including ELL, ESE, Math, Reading, Language Arts. I recently taught ACT preparation and GED in Virtual school. I enjoy helping people. Student enjoy the innovative techniques and creative methods used to teach students. I enjoy listening to music, working on the computer, reading and going to church. I work with our choirs and help organize and write music for my family group. As an educator, I have enjoyed working in different settings.I feel that my experience in exceptional student education, career counseling, teaching, library management, human resources-recruitment, community services, and program development would be an asset in tutoring because I know what employers are looking for in the workforce as well as preparation for different test required to complete high school.Throughout my endeavors I have had the opportunity to work with teachers K-12, in ESE assisting in IEP preparation/implementation, GED and college preparatory programs, testing students using career interest surveys, unit test, and yearly achievement test IOWA, FCAT, WRAT; career counseling - course enrollment, advising students academically and creating career ladders for transition in the workforce; development of Individual Educational Programs, staff development, and case management.In library management, I wrote yearly projected plans based on evaluations for community programs, and organization participation. Different projects warranted varied duties including: assisting patrons in finding information for research literature, placing volunteers on assigned task, enrolling patrons in book clubs, collaborating with other libraries, and writing reports for special projects. Educational Experience/Settings:Motivational Staff - Teacher/Student Interaction - Communication, Exceptional Student Case Management/Teaching - 11 yearsSTAFF DEVELOPMENT POINTS: Reading Competency 1, 2, 3, 4-5, 6, Direct Instruction, Reading & Writing Conferencing 2-3, Math Investigations 3-4, Kidspiration, Behavior Management - Champs model, Direct InstructionTeaching Areas: Varying Exceptionalities (VE), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Emotional Handicaps (SED, EH), and Mentally HandicappedSettings: Elementary (5 years), middle school (1/2 year), high school (5 years) and alternative school settings ( 3 1/2 years), private schools (3 years), one on one (20 years)Other experience include: 4 years in human resources (recruitment, skills testing-interviewing, and orientation), 5 years part-time in vocational education, 5 years in private industry, and 1 year in library management (programming advertising, promoting, and budgeting).I look forward to hearing from you.

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Kristy

Conversational Spanish Tutor • +11 Subjects

No one in my household had a formal education but they always encouraged us to study. When I go back home, I am reminded that education took me out of a tough area and saved me from the hustler game. Currently, my dreams and my goals far outshine those of my neighborhood peers.Education is the key to all of my progress. I've seen firsthand how education improves lives.I was living in Buenos Aires when I met a young woman that needed to pass a professional English exam because she had failed it six times before meeting me and needed to pass it in order to graduate from her university. After working together with her, she finally passed. She was really happy but I was thrilled! It was my first time teaching and I was able to change someone's life for the better. I fell in love with teaching at that very moment. I continued teaching her university friends until I had to move. Each of my students passed. This experience helped me to realize that I need to give back to education as education allowed me to do so much. A lot of people helped me along the way as I went from preschool all the way through to law school graduation.One of the main things that helped me to teach this population is the fact that I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish. The ability to speak more than 1 language opens up a whole new world. You get to experience new songs and dances, new friends, conversations for fun or for work, the ability to help others that struggle in one of your languages. The opportunities are immeasurable!In my opinion, the best way to get noticeably positive results is to push students just the right amount. If they are pushed too much, you might turn them away.If you do not push them, however, the results can include a loss of interest, a lack of effort, less learning, and you might create bad study habits.There are benefits to pushing students. It encourages them to be more studious, knowledgeable and curious. If you can learn to learn then you will gain information and therefore become more intellectual.

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Benjamin

AP Computer Science A Tutor • +13 Subjects

I'm a senior at the University of Vermont who has been a teaching assistant for C++, Java, and Data Structures and Algorithms college courses over the last two years! I regularly work with and teach up to 40 other undergrads during office hours as well as grade assignments and projects and give relevant feedback. The students I work with successfully complete their assignments and gain an increased familiarity with the content. I also have numerous machine learning projects with Python/Jupyter Notebook and explore my passion through tackling new data problems every day. My goal of the first session with any student is to gain a rapport with them and find common ground so we feel comfortable with each other. From there, I like to break complicated concepts down into their simple parts and demonstrate the big picture (the why?) of the importance of whatever idea we're going over. I'm excited to get to know and work with you!

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Eric

Algebra Tutor • +14 Subjects

I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Texas at Dallas. I am 3 years into my Bachelor of Science in Physics, and i transferred this year to finish my degree at UTD. Until I transferred I was working on two degrees : one in Physics and one in Mathematics, but due to the curriculum difference I decided to drop my mathematics major. Throughout my three years in college as well as my senior year in high school, I've had experience tutoring students in various subjects such as trigonometry-based physics, calculus-based physics, as well as AP calculus. Calculus-based Physics is my passion when it comes to tutoring, since I've developed quite a bit of experience with it so I have been able to practice different ways with working with students on this subject. I base my tutoring methods on the idea that the student's ability to derive,understand ,explain a concept is the ultimate goal. It is really exciting to see a student understand the material and be able to demonstrate their new-found knowledge confidently . Besides my studies in Physics, I enjoy playing videos games, creating electronic music, programming, reading , and listening to my vast music library.

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Desiree

British Literature Tutor • +12 Subjects

I am a Jamaican by birth and now a citizen of the US. My undergrad degree is in English Language and English Literature and I am a trained teacher. As a Fulbright scholar, I obtained a Masters in Education in Reading and Literacy from East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. I remained there where I completed a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Private Sector Administration on a PEO International Peace Scholarship for Women.My extensive teaching experience encompasses instruction at the junior high, high school, college and university levels. As a college professor, I have had the privilege of teaching teachers, undergraduates, graduates and post graduate students. It was great to also administer a Masters in Education in Educational Leadership and Management program and to help many of my students achieve success through academic advisement. I love teaching English Language and Literature and find particular pleasure in guiding my students in discovering what it is they writing about and how to best approach this task. Nothing gives me greater pleasure than to see the "bulb" switch on when my students realize and understand the joy of expressing themselves in a clear and unintimidated way. Life long learning is something I treasure and so I love teaching at any level and seeing the wonderment that comes with the gaining of knowledge and in original thoughts and ideas. My interests are many and varied and I love to explore all kinds of cultures and peoples, ways of life and as vegan and whole foods plant based enthusiast I have enjoyed learning new ways of cooking and sampling new flavors and tastes. I do love to take a four mile run/walk each day which I do in the metro park near where I live. I love nature and am a serious pantheist. I revel in music and like to take a swim when the opportunity lends itself. Recently I bought a flute and a recorder and am intending to learn to play them. I also own a guitar and have been somewhat successful in learning some simple compositions. I love writing poetry, reading and watching true crime documentaries.

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Cydney

Adult Literacy Tutor • +26 Subjects

I am a graduate of Michigan State University. I received a Master's degree in Education with a focus in Instructional Technology. I have over 10 years of professional experience in Information Technology, I am an expert in technical training and technical writing.Outside of technology, my passion is Education. I am a published author and I come from a family of educators and helping others learn is very fulfilling for me. Literacy and reading is one of my core values for an improved quality of life. I like to make learning easy and fun!This year, I did volunteer work in Florida to help elementary students with mental health, self esteem and resiliency which are key to a healthy mindset.In my spare time, I love to travel the world. I launched an online business in 2019 and marketed my books and products in Europe.

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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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