A section editor for the Los Angeles Review of Books might seem like an unlikely college algebra tutor, but John's analytical instincts cut across disciplines. He breaks down polynomial operations, rational functions, and logarithmic equations into logical sequences that mirror the structured thinking he applies to everything he teaches.

Linguistics training at NYU sharpens a very specific skill — breaking complex rule systems into logical patterns — and that's exactly what Naama applies to college algebra topics like function composition, logarithmic properties, and solving rational equations. She treats algebraic rules the way a linguist treats grammar: as interconnected structures where understanding one pattern unlocks the next, rather than isolated procedures to memorize. Her 1570 SAT score speaks to the quantitative chops backing that approach.

Neuroscience at Pomona College meant Whitney was constantly translating biological systems into algebraic language — modeling neurotransmitter decay with exponential functions, linearizing dose-response curves with logarithms, and solving systems of equations to interpret experimental data. That science-to-math pipeline gives her a concrete way to explain why techniques like function transformations or logarithmic properties actually work, not just how to execute them on a homework set.

As a state-certified teacher with a physics degree, Gerardo has spent years watching students struggle with the same algebraic sticking points — graphing transformations that seem arbitrary, or logarithmic properties that feel like random rules — and he's built clear, structured explanations for each one. Physics gave him a habit of grounding every algebraic technique in something concrete, so a topic like exponential equations becomes a real scenario instead of symbol shuffling.

Polynomial functions, rational expressions, and logarithmic equations all click faster when you understand the chemistry behind them — and as a Chemistry major at Occidental College, Chandler uses those algebraic tools daily. He breaks down complex college algebra problems by connecting abstract notation to real applications, making concepts like systems of equations and function transformations feel purposeful.

An NYU drama degree might not scream 'math tutor,' but Michael's 35 ACT and deep comfort with competition math reveal someone who genuinely thinks in numbers — he just happens to also perform on stage. He tackles college algebra topics like logarithmic equations and rational expressions by building each solution as a logical narrative, making sure students follow the reasoning at every step rather than losing the thread halfway through a problem. Rated 4.8 by students.

Studying physics and mathematics simultaneously at Occidental means Drew doesn't just solve algebraic problems — he depends on them, using polynomial manipulation, systems of equations, and function analysis as the scaffolding for everything from mechanics to wave theory. That daily reliance on the college algebra toolkit gives him a clear sense of which techniques matter most and how to break them down into steps that actually build understanding.

Growing up between Los Angeles and Paris gave Sarah an unusual comfort with switching between symbol systems — a skill that translates directly to reading and manipulating the algebraic notation that trips up so many college algebra students. Her physics and math degree from Clark means she's spent years solving problems where getting a polynomial factorization or a logarithmic identity wrong has real consequences in the next step of a derivation. That practical fluency lets her zero in on exactly where a student's algebraic reasoning breaks down and rebuild it from that point.

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.