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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
1+ years of tutoring

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 mon...

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Rebecca

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (minor in Religious Studies)
1+ years of tutoring

I am a graduate of Northwestern University where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Religious Studies. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in social work at the Universit...

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Northwestern University

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Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
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I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions co...

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University of Chicago

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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics
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I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College, Colum...

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Master of Public Health (MPH), concentration in Epidemiology and Global Health
9+ years of tutoring

I am a Yale graduate with over 8 years experience tutoring students from a variety of backgrounds. I recently graduated from the Yale School of Public Health with a MPH concentrating in Epidemiology a...

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Yale University

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Bachelor of Arts in History
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I am a graduate of Princeton University, class of 2014. I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with a focus on recent American economic history. I was a pre-med, molecular biology major for my firs...

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Princeton University

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Bachelors, Biochemistry and Cell Biology, English
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Bachelor of Science, Psychology
6+ years of tutoring

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Margot

AP Statistics Tutor • +49 Subjects

I am a student at Boston College studying Economics and English. I have an excellent academic record, haven taken 14 AP courses throughout high school, and have preformed well on many standardized exams. I strive to help other students to do the same! I have three years of experience tutoring peers at high school, college, and privately, primarily in English, Math, and SAT prep. Though I tutor a range of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students conquer Standardized Tests (specifically the reading and writing sections) and English. I want to help students excel on Standardized Exams so they can pursue their higher education goals. I direct my tutoring towards identifying students' learning methods and catering to those to establish continued engagement in doing so, I hope to foster a love of learning similar to mine. Outside of tutoring and school, I enjoy reading and believe that reading consistently is the key to succeeding in writing and preforming well on Standardized Exams. My love for creative writing has also led me to draft a novel which I am continuing to edit, and as an Assistant Director of the Campus Activities Board at Boston College I plan live music-focused events to engage students on campus.

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Claire

Arithmetic Tutor • +47 Subjects

I am an experienced and dynamic language instructor with a background in literature, history, and math. I have taught students in Spanish, French, and English as a Second-Language, using highly visual and interactive techniques to engage students in the fun and challenge of learning a language. I have lived in Spain, France, and Chile, as well as various parts of the United States, so I bring cultural insight into each lesson. Hobbies: art, books, writing, reading, music

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Paul

Calculus Tutor • +25 Subjects

I'm very happy helping others in their studies. Both my language level and my teaching skills will guarantee the quality and efficiency of the tutoring.

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Katherine

Calculus Tutor • +42 Subjects

I am willing to help a student reach higher grades, but more important to me than the grade is that the student is actually getting something out of what we are doing, and truly learning, not just retaining information, but engaging with the material and enjoying what they are learning. I firmly believe that hard work pays off, and with the right encouragement and help, a student can achieve anything they set their mind to. You're never to old to learn something new, and the doorways opened by education are endless. Hobbies: travel, reading, music, writing, art, books, traveling, photography

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Calculus Tutor • +20 Subjects

I am a graduate of UCLA's English Department and of Oxford University's faculty of Medieval and Modern Languages and Literature. My thesis work was on the collected works of American author and Pulitzer Prize winner, Willa Cather and French journalist, author and filmmaker, Marguerite Duras.

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John

AP Calculus BC Tutor • +17 Subjects

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 teaching, and I am excited to learn as I help you learn!

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Kirstie

Arithmetic Tutor • +35 Subjects

I am friendly, reliable, and most importantlycommitted to helping you learn! It is my top priority to create a positive learning experience that will help boost your test scores without boring you to tears. After all, shouldn't learning be fun? Hobbies: art, books, reading, music, writing

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects

I am a rising junior at Washington University in St. Louis. I love teaching math and science as I believe they are two of the most fundamental subjects for helping to understand the world around us. I am currently a physics tutor however, I tutored math, science and french in high school.

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Kerry

Middle School Math Tutor • +37 Subjects

I'm a proud graduate of Cornell University (B.A. in Psychology, 2011) and William James College (M.A. in Psychology, 2014). I have founded my own business as a Productivity Coach, specializing in executive functioning and motivation. I also enjoy helping students learn with tutoring! My background means I am well suited to clients with test anxiety, and other psychological factors that interfere with academic potential. I have experience working with clients with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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College Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects

I am friendly, communicate well, and capable of adapting my teaching style to meet every student's needs. As a student and as a tutor, I understand the difficulties both face and look to build my tutoring style around my tutee. As a young tutor, I can also relate well to students. Having taken many of the same courses and exams only a few years ago, I understand what it takes to succeed and am willing to go the extra mile to make sure my students enjoy the same success. Hobbies: running, travel, reading, cooking, music, writing, art, books, traveling

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Frequently Asked Questions

French verb conjugation is one of the most challenging aspects for learners because of the sheer number of tenses and irregular verbs. A tutor can break down conjugation patterns systematically, starting with present tense regular verbs (-er, -ir, -re) before moving to compound tenses like passé composé and imparfait. Rather than memorizing tables, expert tutors teach you to recognize patterns and understand when to use each tense in real conversation, which makes conjugation stick much better than classroom drilling alone.

In a classroom, most students speak only a few minutes per class. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you get continuous speaking practice where a tutor can correct your pronunciation, help you think through complex sentences, and respond naturally to keep conversation flowing. Tutors also adapt the difficulty in real-time—slowing down when you need it or pushing you to use more advanced structures—which accelerates your ability to think and speak in French without translating from English first.

Many students struggle with listening because native speakers talk quickly and use connected speech, slang, and cultural references that textbooks don't teach. Tutors expose you to authentic French audio at your level, pause to explain difficult passages, and teach you strategies like listening for key words rather than understanding every single word. They can also use French media—podcasts, films, news clips—tailored to your interests, which keeps you engaged while building the ear training that classroom listening exercises alone often miss.

Passive vocabulary lists don't work—you need to use new words in context and revisit them repeatedly. Expert tutors teach vocabulary through conversation and real scenarios rather than flashcards, and they use spaced repetition by bringing back words you've learned in previous sessions. They also help you understand word families and patterns (like how -tion words are similar in French and English), which lets you learn more efficiently and remember words longer because they're connected to meaning, not just memorized.

Yes—pronunciation is one of the biggest advantages of 1-on-1 tutoring. Tutors can identify exactly which sounds you're struggling with (like the French 'r', nasal vowels, or silent letters) and show you how to position your mouth and tongue correctly. They provide immediate feedback in conversation, so you can hear the difference between your pronunciation and native-like speech, and they help you practice the rhythm and intonation of French, which are just as important as individual sounds for sounding natural.

The best French tutors teach grammar as a tool to understand patterns, not as rigid rules to memorize. For example, they explain why the passé composé uses 'avoir' vs 'être' by showing you the pattern, then immediately use it in real sentences so you internalize when it's actually used. This approach—learning grammar in context rather than in isolation—helps you develop intuition for what sounds right in French, which is essential because native speakers don't think about grammar rules when they speak.

Language and culture are inseparable. Understanding French cultural references, idioms, and social norms helps you use language appropriately and makes learning more engaging. For instance, knowing that 'tu' vs 'vous' reflects social hierarchy helps you understand why these distinctions matter beyond just grammar rules. Tutors who weave in cultural context—through films, literature, current events, or discussions about French-speaking regions—help you develop communicative competence, not just technical language skills.

True immersion means thinking and responding in French without translating. Expert tutors create this by speaking primarily in French during sessions (adjusted to your level), encouraging you to express ideas in French even if it's imperfect, and gently correcting mistakes without breaking the flow of conversation. Over time, this trains your brain to process French directly rather than translate from English, which is the key to developing real fluency and confidence in spontaneous conversation.

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