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Kate

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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Justin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33
Ethan

Certified Tutor

Ethan

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra

I am not teaching or grading papers, I can usually be found playing some brass instrument or another, umpiring baseball, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending far too much time on Netflix.

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1510
ACT
36
Kevin

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Kevin

Bachelor of Science
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

I am interested in working for Varsity Tutors because I enjoy helping others learn new concepts and progress in whatever they are struggling with. I have significant experience tutoring with a variety of age levels and would be delighted to have an opportunity to work with students through this oppo...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
35
Taariq

Certified Tutor

Taariq

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Taariq's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a recent graduate of Duke University, where I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in 2014. I am primarily a math tutor but I also enjoy teaching chemistry and physics. Math was always my favorite subject in high school and I continued my love of math at Duke. I have also been a middle...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
33
Samuel

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Samuel

Applied Mathematics major
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade math
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra

I'm just not very good at it." People tend to not be very excited about topics that they don't understand. Teachers and grades have been making them feel bad whenever they come to class, and there is nothing more frustrating than studying for hours and still not getting any concept. These sorts of t...

Education

Brown University

Applied Mathematics major

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Daniel

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Daniel

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I am an Undergraduate Student at Vanderbilt University. With years of tutoring experience and a solid academic foundation, I am fully equipped to teach in various subjects at many different levels.

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36
Dennis

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dennis

Bachelor of Science
Dennis's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I'm Dennis. I study physics, math, and computer science. I have done research about cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1530
ACT
36
John

Certified Tutor

6+ years

John

Current Grad Student, Legal Studies
John's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Calculus
Calculus

I am currently studying law at Washington University in St. Louis. I have received a B.A. in mathematics from the University of Chicago. Though my life has moved away from the study of math, I remain passionate about math and learning in general. I have always been a strong believer that we learn by...

Education

University of Chicago

B.A. in Mathematics

Washington University in St. Louis

Current Grad Student, Legal Studies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Calculus BC covers everything in Calculus AB plus additional topics like parametric equations, polar coordinates, and series/sequences. If you're jumping straight to BC or moving from AB to BC, you'll benefit from understanding the conceptual foundations of limits, derivatives, and integrals deeply—not just the procedures. Personalized tutoring can help you build that conceptual understanding while keeping pace with the BC material, ensuring you're not just memorizing steps but truly grasping how these concepts connect.

Word problems require translating real-world scenarios into mathematical models—a skill that strengthens through guided practice and pattern recognition. Tutors help you develop a systematic approach: identifying what you're solving for, setting up equations correctly, and connecting the math back to the context. Many students find that working through several similar problems with feedback reveals patterns you might miss studying alone, building both confidence and speed on exam day.

The best Calculus BC tutors combine strong subject knowledge with the ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt to how you learn. Look for someone who emphasizes understanding over memorization, can break down complex topics into digestible pieces, and asks questions to check your comprehension. They should also be familiar with different textbook approaches (like Stewart, Larson, or your school's curriculum) and understand the AP Calculus BC exam format if that's your goal.

The transition from procedural to conceptual understanding happens when you see the 'why' behind the steps—why the derivative represents rate of change, why integration is the reverse of differentiation, how these connect to real applications. Personalized instruction helps by asking guiding questions, showing multiple solution paths, and helping you identify patterns across different problem types. This deeper understanding not only improves your grade but makes harder topics like series convergence and polar curves much more manageable.

Students typically find series/sequences, polar coordinates, and parametric equations most challenging because they require extending familiar concepts in new directions. These topics also appear heavily on the AP Calculus BC exam. A tutor can slow down on these areas, use visualizations to build intuition, and connect them back to derivatives and integrals you already understand. Working through practice problems with immediate feedback helps you spot errors in reasoning before they become habits.

Math anxiety often stems from feeling lost or falling behind, which personalized tutoring directly addresses. Working one-on-one means there's no pressure to keep up with a class pace—you can ask questions freely, review concepts as many times as needed, and celebrate small wins. Many students find that mastering one difficult topic rebuilds confidence, which then carries over to other challenging material. Tutors can also teach problem-solving strategies and exam techniques that reduce test anxiety.

AP Calculus BC tutoring focuses on both mastery of the full curriculum and exam strategy. Tutors familiar with the AP format can help you understand what the Free Response and Multiple Choice sections are really testing, teach time-management techniques, and provide targeted practice on your weak areas. Rather than generic test prep, personalized instruction means focusing your study time where it matters most for your score improvement.

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