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John

Certified Tutor

2+ years

John

MS
John's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry

My academic credentials include a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Master of Aeronautical Engineering from Stanford University. I am retired from 40+ years of engineering. The last thirty years was working in the flight simulation industry. I had re...

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Stanford University

MS

The University of Texas at Arlington

MS

Ning

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ning

MD
Ning's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Algebra
Microbiology

I was accepted to Sidney Kimmel Medical School (class of 2025) on 10/15/20 at Thomas Jefferson University after obtaining my undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Notre Dame in May 2016. With that said, I will dedicate the same quality of care to my students as I would to my future pa...

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Thomas Jefferson University

MD

University of Notre Dame

MD

William

Certified Tutor

2+ years

William

PhD
William's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

Proofs are where most geometry students get stuck — moving from "I can see it's true" to writing a logical chain of reasoning is a genuine skill shift. William's PhD in mathematics means he lives in the world of formal proof, and he breaks down two-column and paragraph proofs into clear, repeatable ...

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MIT

PhD

University of Chicago

PhD

Erik

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Erik

MMG
Erik's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry

I am a graduate from the University of Florida, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I have graduated with scholarship honors in Chemical Engineering with a Bachelor of Sciences from University of Florida, Masters of Computer and Information Technology from UPenn,...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

MMG

Ravi

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ravi

PhD
Ravi's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Linear Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Multivariable Calculus

I am passionate about the broad implications and applications of the Science, Math, and Engineering in our daily lives - and enjoy teaching them to my own kids. Towards this end, I also want to leverage my 20+ years in graduate and post-doctoral science/engineering research, past undergraduate lev...

Education

California Institute of Technology

PhD

University of Kentucky

PhD

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

PhD

Ved

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ved

PhD
Ved's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra
AP Physics 1

Applied knowledge is wisdom. One exam doesn't determine your future. You can always perform better next time or find a field that aligns with your strengths

Education

University of Chicago

PhD

National Institute of Science Education and Research

PhD

Komba

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Komba

MS
Komba's other Tutor Subjects
Trigonometry
Statistics
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math

I love tutoring and helping students facing any difficulties in Math and Statistics. I served as a teaching assistant for basic Mathematics and Statistics courses when I was completing my Masters degree at Stony Brook University. I received my Bachelors degree from Columbia University, where I also ...

Education

Stony Brook University

MS

Columbia University

MS

Heberto

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Heberto

Master's/Graduate
Heberto's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
ACT
High School English
AP Human Geography

I am a graduate of The University of Colorado, Boulder and Harvard Kennedy School. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Economics and my Master in Public Policy with a focus on international and global affairs. Since graduation, I have worked in investment banking and management consulting, though I al...

Education

Harvard University

Master's/Graduate

Joseph

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joseph

Master's/Graduate
Joseph's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Statistics
Geometry
Algebra

I'm passionate about helping students because I believe everyone deserves the tools and preparation to build a brighter future. Education isn't just about learning facts, it's about discovering your potential, and I love being part of that journey. I've worked with students from all levels, from ...

Education

Yonsei University

Master's/Graduate

Lehigh University

Bachelor

Eliot

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Eliot

MS
Eliot's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Linear Algebra
Multivariable Calculus
Trigonometry

Definitely no stranger to academia, I have a Bachelor Degree in Linguistics from Carnegie Mellon, a Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering from University at Buffalo, and a Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University. I have over a decade of tutoring experience and pride mysel...

Education

Boston University

MS

University at Buffalo

MS

Carnegie Mellon University

MS

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Carina

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +10 Subjects

I have a bachelor's degree in Business Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania (GPA 4.0) and previously graduated from The Lawrenceville School cum laude. I am currently pursuing a Master's Degree at the London School of Economics. I began tutoring in 2019 and have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds. I'm open to tutoring a very broad range of subjects, with the most experience in math, econ, and test prep. Please reach out if you're interested in working with me or if you have any questions!

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Linear Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects

I am an entrepreneurial travel-loving media professional living in New Orleans. I have a Master in Business Administration from Tulane University and I love teaching all sorts of subjects, especially math. In terms of hobbies, you can find me long-distance running, studying data science, exploring new restaurants and traveling the world.

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Zach

Pre-Calculus Tutor • +25 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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Susan Caroline

Trigonometry Tutor • +13 Subjects

I'm a mechanical engineer, educated at MIT and Stanford. Previously, I have worked as a design engineer in the medical device design field. I like being able to help someone figure out how to make something work--to help them accomplish something they're struggling with. I love the 'I get it now' moment that comes from when a tutoring session has been successful.

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Tobi

AP Statistics Tutor • +39 Subjects

I am a professional scientist with multiple years of experience in the biopharmaceutical field. I have spent time in the classroom with elementary aged students and am comfortable with this age group. I am also familiar with AP classes and ACT/SAT preparation. I look forward to sharing my love of learning with students and helping them achieve academic goals!

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Theodore

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +35 Subjects

I am a Master of Divinity student at Princeton Theological Seminary. I graduated Harvard College in 2016 and was a peer tutor at Harvard. Before Divinity School, I taught high school and middle school debate and was an SAT/ACT tutor in Birmingham, Alabama. I then taught middle school debate at Success Academy in Harlem and served as a healthcare advocate. I have extensive experience tutoring English, math, science, and SAT/ACT at the middle school through college level. I have tutored students who went on to be accepted into Ivy League universities. I also am highly skilled at working with students with learning differences such as ADHD, autism, and dyslexia as well as students from under-resourced communities. I look forward to helping your student not only excel but also enjoy learning!

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Harleen

AP Statistics Tutor • +22 Subjects

I am a Molecular Engineering major at the University of Chicago, I am currently taking time off to focus on other aspects of my career but I don't want to stop tutoring outside college campus!. I am a child of immigrants and have spent my life tutoring my siblings and younger students, and I loved working with them! See y'all in class!

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Patrick

Middle School Math Tutor • +46 Subjects

I am a retired teacher who tutors and writes and who has had decades of success motivating and preparing people for a range of tests and tasks. I also walk/jog 50-plus miles a week, do yoga, and exercise my critical thinking skills regularly. My students since 1979 have ranged from middle school urban and rural to university level juniors and seniors. While I spent almost ten years teaching higher ed. English Composition, Literature, and Research, the majority of my teaching time was in college preparatory curricula. I make a room comfortable when I come in but if it needs energized, I energize it.

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Elias

AP Calculus BC Tutor • +21 Subjects

I am attending the University of Pennsylvania where I am majoring in Bioengineering on the premed track, with my goal after graduation to become an orthopedic surgeon. My passion for tutoring stems from a genuine love for helping people discover their strengths and succeed in their learning journey, much like guiding a friend through a challenging but rewarding adventure. My teaching philosophy centers on adaptability and personalized instruction, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of my students. As a tutor, I find immense joy in helping students navigate the field of STEM, while also sharing my enthusiasm for French and Arabic languages. Beyond academia, I am an avid explorer of the world, and I relish the beauty of cultural diversity. In my free time, I enjoy immersing myself in outdoor adventures, savoring diverse cuisines, and partaking in various athletic activities.

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Kevin

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +14 Subjects

I am a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. I started peer tutoring in high school, staying after school to help fellow students with AP Chemistry content before major exams and quizzes. I currently tutor in math (up to AP Calculus BC/Calculus II), chemistry, physics, biology and offer test prep for the SAT and several SAT Subject tests. However my favorite subjects to tutor involve chemistry, due to the various real world examples that make the subject more comprehensive and ultimately enjoyable for students. My hobbies and interests include dancing, solving crossword puzzles, binging Netflix TV shows and hiking.

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Proofs require a fundamental shift from the procedural math students learned before—instead of following steps to get an answer, students must construct logical arguments using definitions, postulates, and theorems. Many students struggle because they don't see the "why" behind each step or don't know which properties to apply. A tutor can break down proof-writing into manageable strategies: identifying what you're given versus what you need to prove, working backward from the conclusion, and building a library of common proof patterns (like proving triangles congruent before using corresponding parts). This transforms proofs from mysterious puzzles into systematic problem-solving.

Spatial reasoning—picturing how shapes move, rotate, and relate in space—doesn't come naturally to all learners, yet it's essential for topics like rotations, reflections, cross-sections of solids, and coordinate geometry. Tutors use concrete strategies like having students sketch from multiple perspectives, manipulate physical models or digital tools, and translate between 2D diagrams and 3D objects. By practicing these visualization techniques repeatedly and connecting them to specific problems, students build mental models that make concepts like volume formulas and perspective drawings click. This hands-on approach helps students move from confusion to confidence when tackling spatial problems.

Geometry word problems often require students to translate written descriptions into accurate diagrams first—a step that algebra word problems don't emphasize as heavily. Students must identify which geometric properties (like angle relationships, triangle congruence, or circle theorems) apply to the situation before they can even set up equations. Tutors teach a structured approach: carefully read and annotate the problem, sketch and label a diagram accurately, identify the relevant geometric relationships, then solve. Many students skip the diagram step and get lost; tutoring emphasizes that the diagram is your roadmap. This methodical process turns confusing word problems into solvable challenges.

Students often confuse angle relationships—complementary vs. supplementary, corresponding vs. alternate interior angles, or angles formed by tangent and chord—because there are many similar-sounding rules to remember. Rather than memorizing in isolation, tutors help students see the underlying patterns: why alternate interior angles are equal (parallel lines create symmetry), how inscribed angles relate to central angles (both measure the same arc), or why exterior angles of a triangle equal the sum of remote interior angles. By connecting these relationships to visual patterns and proofs, students understand them deeply enough to apply them in unfamiliar contexts, rather than just pattern-matching on tests.

Many students treat Coordinate Geometry as a separate topic rather than seeing it as algebra applied to shapes—they can find slopes and write equations of lines, but don't connect these tools to proving properties of quadrilaterals or finding distances. Tutors explicitly bridge this gap by showing how the distance formula comes from the Pythagorean theorem, how slope determines parallel and perpendicular lines, and how equations of lines define the sides of geometric figures. When students see that they're using familiar algebra to verify geometric properties (like proving a quadrilateral is a rectangle by checking that opposite sides are parallel), Coordinate Geometry becomes a powerful tool rather than a confusing new section.

In Geometry, getting the right numerical answer means little without explaining *why* it's correct—teachers and tests emphasize reasoning and justification more heavily than in algebra. Students must cite theorems, postulates, or previously proven statements for every claim, which feels tedious until they understand it's the entire point of the subject. Tutors teach students to think like mathematicians: state what you know, explain what property or theorem applies, and show how it leads to your conclusion. By modeling this reasoning process on simple problems and gradually increasing complexity, students internalize that Geometry is about building logical arguments, not just calculating. This shift in mindset makes grading rubrics make sense and helps students write clearer, more convincing proofs.

Students often confuse congruence (same shape and size) and similarity (same shape, different size) because both involve matching angles and proportional sides—the vocabulary sounds abstract. Tutors use visual comparisons and real-world examples: congruent triangles are identical copies you could overlay perfectly, while similar triangles are enlargements or reductions of each other. More importantly, tutors teach students to recognize *when* each concept applies: use congruence to prove that segments or angles are equal (via SSS, SAS, ASA), and use similarity to find unknown lengths or prove angle relationships in figures with parallel lines. By connecting these tools to specific problem types, students stop treating them as isolated definitions and start seeing them as strategies for solving different geometric challenges.

The circle unit introduces a flood of theorems—inscribed angles, tangent-chord angles, power of a point, secant-secant angles—that can feel overwhelming because each one looks different and has its own rule. Rather than memorizing each theorem separately, tutors help students see the unifying principle: all these angle measures relate to arcs of the circle. By focusing on how different configurations (inscribed, tangent, secant) create different angle-to-arc relationships, students build intuition rather than relying on memorization. Tutors also teach students to draw and label diagrams carefully, identify which angle and arc they're dealing with, and apply the appropriate relationship—this systematic approach makes the unit feel manageable and helps students retain concepts long-term.

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