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Sharon

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sharon

Master of Science, Journalism
Sharon's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Journalism

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Pinelopi

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Pinelopi

Bachelor in Arts in Psychology
Pinelopi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts in Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Annie

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Annie

Current Grad Student, MD
Annie's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelors, Physiological Sciences

Drexel University College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, MD

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Tiffany

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Tiffany

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Tiffany's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting

University of Chicago

Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
31
Molly

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade math
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math and Reading intervention. I have several tools and resources from various curricula to work with an...

Education

Northwestern University

Master of Science in Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Mimi

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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 su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Nathan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Nathan

Bachelor in Arts, History
Nathan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am currently a student at Rice University studying both History and Neuroscience. Being the oldest of five kids, working with younger students has always been a part of my life. I can tutor a wide variety of subjects, but I specialize in writing, public speaking, and test taking. My goal for every...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Rebecca

Certified Tutor

Rebecca

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (minor in Religious Studies)
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

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 wan...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (minor in Religious Studies)

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Katie

Certified Tutor

Katie

Bachelor in Arts
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves are math and English (especially grammar). I truly believe my sincere energy and enthusiasm can help make students excited about learning. I wel...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor in Arts

Esther

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Esther

Current Undergrad, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
Esther's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I'm currently a Junior at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics and a 2014 graduate of Phillips Academy. As a product of great tutoring myself, I focus on being patient, flexible, and kind with all of my students. Outside of my academics, I'm a member of the ...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Current Undergrad, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1500

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12th Grade math Tutor • +71 Subjects

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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 consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare them for college in the United States.

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Zach

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +46 Subjects

I am a Yale University Berkeley College graduate of the Yale Class of 2012 with an Intensive B.S. in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. Eager for tutoring opportunities, I welcome any of you who wishes to undergo SAT/PSAT or ACT Test Preparation that will get you the scores you need for admission to the college of your choice. As for my experience, I have tutoring experience in both one-to-one settings, going as far back as high school, and group/classroom settings, especially from my 4 years of tutoring with Yale MATHCOUNTS. As a likely future graduate student myself, it is my general goal in life to continue the tradition of passing forth knowledge. Not surprisingly, I have always considered tutoring and education among the most noble of professions where both parties, student and teacher, benefit and learn. What makes me an excellent tutor? Over the course of my life I have had the good fortune of cultivating a variety and number of skill sets, some of which are academic and social in nature. While I certainly consider academic prowess important for the success of any instructor, I would say the most important skill set I have developed is that of adaptability. If a tutor can adapt him/herself to the mode and manner of thinking of another, the tutor, as well as the tutor's audience, will have especially effective and enriching transactions.

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Ruth

1st Grade math Tutor • +47 Subjects

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Ethan

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Sherry

Middle School Math Tutor • +34 Subjects

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Amanda

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +84 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Procedural understanding means knowing how to solve a problem (like memorizing steps for long division), while conceptual understanding means knowing why those steps work. Research shows that students with strong conceptual understanding are better equipped to tackle unfamiliar problems, apply math to real-world situations, and retain what they learn long-term.

A quality elementary math tutor helps bridge this gap by asking guiding questions, using visual models, and encouraging students to explain their thinking—rather than just drilling procedures. This approach builds genuine confidence and mathematical thinking skills that extend far beyond individual problems.

Math anxiety often stems from past struggles or pressure to be fast, rather than from lack of ability. Creating a low-pressure learning environment where mistakes are treated as learning opportunities is crucial. Personalized tutoring helps because tutors work at your child's pace, celebrate effort, and help them experience success in manageable steps.

Working with a tutor also removes the emotional dynamic that sometimes exists between parents and children around academics, allowing your child to ask questions freely and build confidence through positive experiences with math concepts.

Word problems require students to translate language into mathematical operations—a skill that's very different from computing with numbers. Many students can solve 5 × 3 instantly but freeze when asked, 'If Maria has 5 apples and buys 3 more, how many does she have?' The reading comprehension and reasoning required are often the real barriers.

Tutors help students break this skill into manageable pieces: identifying what information matters, choosing the right operation, and checking if the answer makes sense in context. With practice and guidance, word problems shift from overwhelming to solvable.

Different math curricula emphasize different things—some focus heavily on visual models and reasoning, others on traditional algorithms, and some blend approaches. Your child's school typically chooses the curriculum, but not every approach clicks for every learner. If your child understands concepts visually but gets confused by the textbook's method, or vice versa, that's a sign they might benefit from a different explanation.

A tutor can teach the same concepts using multiple approaches—concrete objects, pictures, numbers, and words—helping your child find what makes sense for their brain. This flexibility often unlocks understanding that's been stuck, regardless of which curriculum your school uses.

The best elementary math tutors combine strong subject knowledge with the ability to explain concepts in multiple ways. Look for someone who listens to understand how your child is thinking, asks questions instead of just telling answers, and uses visual models or real objects to make abstract ideas concrete. They should make math feel like problem-solving and exploration, not memorization.

It also matters that your child feels comfortable with the tutor—someone who is patient, encouraging, and treats mistakes as normal parts of learning. When students feel safe, they're willing to take risks and think deeply, which is when real mathematical growth happens.

This depends on the nature and depth of the gap, but many students begin to see noticeable progress within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring—especially gains in confidence and willingness to tackle problems. Deeper conceptual shifts and catching up to grade level typically take longer, sometimes 2-3 months or more, depending on how far behind a student started.

Consistency matters more than intensity. A student who tutors once a week regularly will progress faster than someone who has sporadic sessions. The tutor can also provide strategies and practice tips for home, so learning extends beyond tutoring sessions.

One of the most rewarding parts of learning math is discovering patterns—like how multiplication is related to groups and arrays, or how fractions connect to division. Many students miss these connections when they're just practicing isolated skills. A tutor helps by intentionally pointing out patterns, asking "What do you notice?" questions, and helping students make connections between different topics.

When students see that math is a connected web of ideas rather than random rules to memorize, their understanding deepens and learning accelerates. This perspective shift often reignites genuine interest in math.

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