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John

Certified Tutor

16+ years

John

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
John's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.

Education

University of St Thomas

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Associates, Acting

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1420
ACT
36
Max

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Max

Bachelors, Biology, General
Max's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am in the process now of applying for PhD programs in Computational Biology. I have done research in the field of freshwater ecology and am anticipating the publication of a paper I co-authored in the next several months.

Education

Ball State University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1580
ACT
36
Arthur

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Arthur

Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Arthur's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

I am available to tutor in a broad range of subjects, though I am most passionate about Economics, History, and Civics. Please feel free to contact me and I would be happy to arrange a session.

Education

Middlebury College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1490
ACT
36
Emily

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Emily

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
AP Biology

I am currently a fourth year medical student in Indianapolis. I completed my undergraduate education at Indiana University Bloomington, where I majored in Biology and Spanish. I also completed two minors in Mathematics and Chemistry. While at IU, I worked for the Department of Mathematics and Depart...

Education

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
35
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
Chelain

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Chelain

PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. C
Chelain's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital.

Education

Thomas Jefferson University

PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. C

Swarthmore College

Bachelors, Biology, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
33
Sunny

Certified Tutor

Sunny

Bachelors, Biology / Economics
Sunny's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic

I'm currently working as a Research Associate during my gap year before medical school. During my free time, I enjoy staying active, playing golf, swimming, running, and playing tennis. I love exploring new activities and neighborhoods in the NYC area.

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelors, Biology / Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
35
Anya

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Anya

Master of Arts, Fashion Studies
Anya's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills

I am a graduate of the MA Fashion Studies program at Parsons The New School for Design in New York, having previously studied linguistics and foreign languages (concentrating in Russian and French) at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque and at McGill University in Montreal. I currently serve...

Education

The New School University

Master of Arts, Fashion Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Roshan

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Roshan

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Roshan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Chemistry
High School Chemistry

I'm a Sophomore enrolled in TCNJ's 7 Year Medical Program. I have prior experience in tutoring from helping previous clients within SAT Math. I am also available to tutor in SAT Prep and writing. I am very passionate about helping students of all backgrounds realize their dreams and become more pass...

Education

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
35
Sugi

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sugi

Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Sugi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am currently a 4th year medical student at Baylor College of Medicine and previously graduated from Rice University, Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology. I have served on admissions interview committees for Rice and Baylor College of Medici...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology

Baylor College of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Ophthalmic Technology

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

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Priya

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +27 Subjects

I am currently an undergrad at Vanderbilt University, majoring in Mathematics and Political Science. I have been tutoring students since high school, mostly in science and math. I've found that STEM courses are intimidating to many students, and I hope to get rid of that fear and promote an appreciation for numbers and the sciences. In my tutoring, I focus on helping students understand the concepts beneath the problems, so as to facilitate learning rather than memorization. I strongly believe that every student is capable of reaching a strong level of understanding in any subject, given the correct tools, a teacher who can offer what they need, and some hard work. Hobbies: reading, writing, books, music, running, hiking, art, movies

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Calculus Tutor • +23 Subjects

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Calculus Tutor • +34 Subjects

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AP Calculus BC Tutor • +31 Subjects

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Rebecca

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +48 Subjects

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 University of Chicago's School of Social Service Administration. I am passionate about tutoring because I want everyone to be able to perform academically at their highest possible level. I also think it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style. Outside of academic interests, I enjoy cooking, being with friends and family, traveling the world, and looking as ridiculous as possible doing Zumba.

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AP Statistics Tutor • +43 Subjects

I am a 2023 graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a Finance/Economics major and a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. I am a passionate student in the math and business realms, as I enjoy the intuitiveness of the former and the real-world potential of the latter. During classes in middle and high school, I developed a reputation of being a good source of help within my classes in a non-tutor capacity, and grew that into a peer tutor role a couple times a week during lunch my senior year of high school. What I hope to accomplish with my tutoring is ensure that you not only achieve your desired grade/score, but see how the different concepts relate to each other in the bigger picture. The more important part is to critically think about the subject matter in other, more unfamiliar contexts. Also, in my math subjects, I seek to provide personal secrets in realms including quicker computation strategies, unique acronyms for certain rules, and other intuitive shortcuts.

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +24 Subjects

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +34 Subjects

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11th Grade math Tutor • +41 Subjects

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects

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Score improvement varies based on your starting point, the amount of time you invest, and which test you're taking. Students who work consistently with a tutor typically see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks, though this depends on factors like your baseline score and target goals.

The key is identifying your specific weak areas—whether that's math fundamentals, reading comprehension, or test-taking strategy—and addressing them systematically. Tutors help you focus on high-impact improvements rather than studying everything equally, which accelerates progress.

Pacing struggles usually stem from either spending too long on difficult questions or not recognizing question types quickly enough. Tutors work with you on time-awareness techniques, like tracking how many questions you've completed at the halfway mark and learning to skip strategically rather than getting stuck.

Practice tests are essential for pacing improvement because they simulate real test conditions. Working through full-length practice tests with a tutor helps you develop a rhythm, understand which sections consume most of your time, and refine your approach before test day.

The best way to identify weak areas is through diagnostic practice tests, which pinpoint not just which questions you're missing but why. Tutors analyze your results by question type, topic, and difficulty level to reveal patterns—like consistently missing word problems in math or inference questions in reading.

Once weak areas are identified, tutors create targeted study plans that focus your effort on high-impact topics rather than reviewing material you already know. This targeted approach saves time and leads to faster improvement.

Absolutely. Test anxiety often decreases significantly when you feel prepared and have practiced extensively under timed conditions. Tutors help build confidence by breaking the test into manageable sections, teaching you proven test-taking strategies, and providing regular feedback on your progress.

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Each test has unique formats, timing structures, and strategies that tutors customize for you. This test-specific approach is more effective than generic test prep because it addresses the actual question types and scoring patterns you'll encounter.

A typical effective study plan spans 8-12 weeks with 5-7 hours per week for standardized tests like the SAT or ACT. This usually breaks down into 1-2 tutoring sessions weekly (60-90 minutes each) plus independent practice between sessions.

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