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Emily
I am working as a Special Education Social Worker in Minneapolis. My experience includes a wide range of subjects and abilities but some of my strongest subjects are reading, writing social studies, and study skills. I think learning should be a fun and encouraging experience and look forward to mak...
Washington University in St. Louis
Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Augsburg College
Bachelor of Science, Social Work
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Celestine
I am currently based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I was born into quite a small family of one sister and two brothers. My late father was a public servant, and my mother is a retired civil servant who is currently based in Accra, Ghana. My father died of an unknown sickness exactly a year when I gradu...
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Economics
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Rohit
I am an Economics and Political Science major at the University of Minnesota. In addition to being a tutor at Grade Potential, I work as a debate coach at Como Park High School in St. Paul. I have previously worked as volunteer tutor at East Side Neighborhood Services and as a Resident Assistant at ...
University of Minnesota
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Economics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Parsan
I am a sophomore at the University of Minnesota majoring in Economics. I enjoy helping people learn because I believe true mastery of a subject is being able to teach it. My promise to the students I work with is to put in as much work as they do. I firmly believe that what you get out of something ...
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelors, Computer Science
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I'm a freshman here at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. I graduated from Wayzata High, and I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's of Science in neuroscience. At the University, I'm usually in class, studying, hanging out with my friends, or at club meetings! In my free time, I love to breakdan...
University of Minnesota
Bachelors, Neuroscience
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I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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Kate
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 ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Economics courses in Minneapolis schools typically follow Minnesota state standards, covering foundational concepts like supply and demand, market structures, and macroeconomic principles. Tutors work with students to master these core topics while adapting to each student's specific course requirements—whether that's high school economics, AP Economics, or college-prep coursework. This personalized approach ensures students aren't just memorizing concepts; they're developing the analytical skills needed to apply economic thinking to real-world scenarios.
Many students struggle with abstract economic concepts like elasticity, opportunity cost, and market equilibrium—topics that require strong quantitative reasoning and visualization skills. Others find it difficult to connect theory to real-world applications or to interpret graphs and data effectively. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps students work through these conceptual barriers at their own pace, breaking down complex ideas and building confidence through targeted practice and concrete examples.
Tutoring is available for students taking Economics at various levels—from introductory high school Economics (typically grades 10-12) to AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics for college-bound students. Whether a student needs foundational support in basic economic principles or advanced preparation for standardized tests, tutors can tailor instruction to match grade-level expectations and individual learning goals.
Economics relies heavily on interpreting supply and demand curves, production possibility frontiers, and other visual representations of economic data. Many students find these graphs intimidating until they understand what each line and axis represents. Tutors break down graph analysis step-by-step, helping students develop systematic approaches to interpreting economic models and building the visual literacy skills essential for success in the subject.
In a typical Minneapolis classroom with a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio, economics instruction moves at a pace designed for average learners. Personalized tutoring allows students to slow down on difficult concepts like market equilibrium or fiscal policy, ask questions without time pressure, and spend extra time on areas where they're struggling. Tutors can also customize examples and practice problems to match individual interests, making economics feel more relevant and engaging.
Yes. AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics require students to master both conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills within a compressed timeline. Tutors can help students build the analytical frameworks needed to tackle free-response questions, interpret economic scenarios, and perform calculations accurately. Through targeted review and practice with released exam questions, students develop confidence in their ability to perform well on test day.
Progress in Economics can be tracked through improved performance on unit tests, quizzes, and homework assignments, as well as stronger conceptual understanding demonstrated in class discussions and problem-solving exercises. For AP students, progress is measured by increasing accuracy on practice exams and released test questions. Tutors work with students to set specific goals—whether that's raising a grade, mastering a particular concept, or achieving a target AP exam score—and regularly assess progress toward those goals.
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