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Ravnoor

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Ravnoor

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Ravnoor's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a undergraduate student at Cornell University. I am studying computer science in the College of Engineering. I have been tutoring in all subjects since 9th grade, mostly computer science and mathematics and SAT. My teaching philosophy is based on hands-on learning, and the motto of 'practice ma...

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Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Sheena

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sheena

Masters in Business Administration, Artificial Intelligence
Sheena's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade math
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am a Georgia Institute of Technology Engineering Undergraduate and have my MBA from Cornell University - Johnson College of Business. I am very proficient in: K-12 Mathematics, Science, English, History, Engineering, and College and Graduate level Business studies. A native English speaker, I also...

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Cornell University

Masters in Business Administration, Artificial Intelligence

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Abrahim

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Abrahim

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Abrahim's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am passionate about teaching because I understand greatly a lot of the academic struggles and problems students may face through education, especially as a first generation college student. Currently I am studying for my medical doctorate degree (M.D.) at the Medical College of Wisconsin. I gradua...

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University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Medical College of Wisconsin

Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Test Scores
ACT
34
Firas

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Firas

Doctor of Philosophy, Computer Science
Firas's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
Statistics
Middle School Math
Calculus

I am a Postdoctoral Researcher at Princeton Univerity working on Machine Learning and Big Data. As an experienced software and machine learning engineer, with industry experience and a Ph.D. in Computer Science, as well as an extensive tutoring experience at the College and High-School levels, I am ...

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Lebanese American University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Doctor of Philosophy, Computer Science

Rinky

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Rinky

Bachelor of Science, Finance
Rinky's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a current student at the Georgia Tech Scheller Business School. In the last 5 years, I have mainly worked with students in elementary and middle school to find engaging ways in delivering productive tutoring sessions. While I am able to tutor in a broad range of subjects, Math, English, and tes...

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Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1520
Brianna

Certified Tutor

Brianna

Bachelor's
Brianna's other Tutor Subjects
1st-10th Grade math
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

I am a currently a high school mathematics teacher. I graduated from the University of Richmond majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through ...

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University

Bachelor's

Dana

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Dana

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

I am a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. I received my degree in Mathematics. Following graduation, I worked in health care for many years. After my corporate job, I was fortunate to stay home with my children.

Education

Washington University

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Washington University in St. Louis

Mathematics

Robert

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Robert

Associate in Arts, Arts, General
Robert's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Statistics

I am dedicated to helping others make sense of the world around them.

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Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley

Associate in Arts, Arts, General

Yucheng

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Yucheng

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Yucheng's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I am a student at the University of Texas. I tutor multiple subjects from middle to high school level math. I have tutored algebra, algebra 2, pre calculus and ACT prep. I look forward to helping you!

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
31
Nupur

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Nupur

Master's/Graduate, Laws
Nupur's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am committed to providing personalized and meaningful learning experiences that foster academic growth and ignite a lifelong love for learning.

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London University

Master's/Graduate, Laws

Delhi University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Grade 9 students often hit a wall with linear equations and graphing, especially when problems require them to move beyond following a procedure and actually understand why the steps work. Word problems that involve setting up equations from real-world scenarios are another major challenge—students can solve an equation in isolation but freeze when they have to translate English into math. Proofs and geometric reasoning also trip up many students because they demand a shift from "doing math" to "explaining why math works." Additionally, working with exponents, radicals, and polynomials requires solid foundational skills, and gaps there create cascading problems.

The shift from procedural to conceptual understanding is the core of Grade 9 success. Tutors help by asking students to explain *why* a step works, not just what to do next—for example, exploring why we can add the same value to both sides of an equation rather than just stating it as a rule. They use visual tools like graphing to show how algebraic equations connect to real patterns, and they deliberately slow down to uncover gaps in foundational skills (like fraction operations or order of operations) that block deeper understanding. By working through fewer problems but with real depth, tutors help students see the logic underneath, which makes new topics feel like extensions of what they already know rather than isolated tricks.

Word problems require students to do multiple things at once: read carefully, identify relevant information, translate words into mathematical expressions, and then solve—a combination that overwhelms many ninth graders. Tutors break this down by teaching a systematic approach: reading for understanding first (without numbers), identifying what the problem is asking, defining variables clearly, and then building the equation step-by-step. They also help students recognize patterns in problem types (distance-rate-time problems, percent increase/decrease, mixture problems) so students can apply familiar structures to new situations. With practice and guided thinking, word problems shift from feeling impossible to feeling like puzzles students can actually solve.

Showing work is critical in Grade 9 because it reveals *how* a student is thinking, not just whether they got the right answer. A tutor looks for clear steps that follow logically, proper notation (like writing what operation is being done), and evidence that the student understands each stage. More importantly, tutors use incomplete or messy work as a diagnostic tool—if a student skips steps, it often means they're guessing or rushing rather than thinking through the problem. By coaching students to write out their reasoning, tutors help them catch their own errors, build confidence that they understand the material, and prepare for tests where showing work is essential for partial credit.

Math anxiety in ninth grade often stems from a specific moment when a student got lost—maybe they missed a key concept, or a topic moved too fast—and now they assume they "just aren't a math person." Tutors rebuild confidence by starting where the student actually is, not where they think they should be, and celebrating small wins consistently. They also normalize mistakes as part of learning, not signs of failure, and create a low-pressure space where it's safe to ask "why" repeatedly. By slowing down, connecting new ideas to things the student already understands, and showing that struggle is actually how brains grow, tutors help students shift from "I can't do this" to "I haven't figured this out yet."

Grade 9 Mathematics introduces abstract thinking, and students who see connections between topics learn faster and retain better. A tutor explicitly draws these links—showing how linear equations connect to graphing (the equation describes the line), how exponent rules follow from the definition of multiplication, or how geometric proofs use the same logical reasoning as algebraic justifications. They help students notice that many Grade 9 topics are really variations on the same underlying ideas: solving for an unknown, finding patterns, proving why something is true. By regularly asking "How is this like something we've seen before?" and building concept maps, tutors help students develop flexible thinking and see Grade 9 Mathematics as a connected system rather than isolated topics.

An effective Grade 9 Mathematics tutor needs deep subject knowledge—they should understand not just how to solve problems, but why the methods work and how topics connect. They should have experience recognizing common misconceptions (like thinking a negative sign means "subtract" rather than understanding it as a direction) and know how to address them. Equally important is teaching skill: the ability to explain concepts multiple ways, ask questions that guide discovery rather than just giving answers, and adapt their approach based on how a student is learning. Look for tutors who can diagnose gaps in foundational skills and who genuinely enjoy helping students build confidence alongside competence.

Different schools use different textbooks and approaches—some emphasize graphing early, others focus on algebraic manipulation first; some integrate geometry throughout, others teach it separately. Experienced tutors are flexible and can work with whatever curriculum a student is using. They review the student's textbook, assignments, and tests to understand the specific approach their school takes, then teach in a way that aligns with that framework while also filling in conceptual gaps. If a student is struggling with their textbook's explanation of a topic, a tutor can offer an alternative perspective that clicks better, then translate it back to the language and methods the student needs for class and assessments.

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