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Celestine

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Celestine

Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Economics
Celestine's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

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...

Education

University of Ghana

Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Economics

Nisarg

Certified Tutor

Nisarg

Bachelors, Neuroscience
Nisarg's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
ACT Writing

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...

Education

University of Minnesota

Bachelors, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
34
Emily

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Emily

Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Public Speaking

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...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Augsburg College

Bachelor of Science, Social Work

Rohit

Certified Tutor

Rohit

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Economics
Rohit's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

University of Minnesota

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Economics

Test Scores
ACT
35
Parsan

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Parsan

Bachelors, Computer Science
Parsan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
33
Josh

Certified Tutor

Josh

Current Undergrad, Marketing
Josh's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Pre-Calculus
Calculus

I am a marketing student at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. In high school, I was a tutor for two years, with subjects ranging from math, english, science, and history. As your tutor, i will explain how each process or concept works, then provide examples of the process, and then at the e...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad, Marketing

Ethan

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ethan

Bachelors, Economics & History
Ethan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Public Speaking

I am currently applying to Ph. D. programs in Latin American History. As a full-time dork, I also love playing board games, video games, reading with my cat and learning about new and interesting ideas and people.

Education

Simpson College

Bachelors, Economics & History

Ana

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ana

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Ana's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Conversational Spanish
English
ESL/ELL

I have been in the teaching field for over seven years, in person and online, and I have come to appreciate how important it is to combine good methods of teaching with the right attitude and motivation toward your students such as being patient, enthusiastic and encouraging. I think it is also impo...

Education

Technological Institute of Santo Domingo

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering

Michael

Certified Tutor

Michael

Master of Science, Ecommerce
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
CompTIA
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+

I'm a graduate of many institutions of higher learning, both in the academic community as well as the military. I have graduate degrees from the University of Maryland and Suffolk University (Boston, MA), and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida. Recently I went back to school ...

Education

University of Maryland global campus

Master of Science, Ecommerce

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Nina

Certified Tutor

Nina

Current Undergrad, Economics-Political Science
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
9th Grade Math
Algebra
Pre-Algebra
PSAT Critical Reading

I am a first-year student at Columbia University in the City of New York with a prospective major in economics-political science. I am a native New Yorker, having attended the Brearley School for grades 9-12. Having experienced the college process firsthand, I am passionate about tutoring students i...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Undergrad, Economics-Political Science

Test Scores
SAT
1570

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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.

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