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John

Certified Tutor

2+ years

John

MS
John's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
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

Jacqueline

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jacqueline

Doctorate (PhD)
Jacqueline's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra

As a dedicated educator with a PhD in German Studies from Cornell University, I am passionate about nurturing student success through personalized tutoring. With over 7 years of teaching experience, I specialize in a wide array of subjects, including AP courses in Physics, English, and Calculus, as ...

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Cornell University

Doctorate (PhD)

Cornell University

Master's/Graduate

Yale University

Bachelor

Patrick

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Patrick

AM
Patrick's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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 ur...

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Yale University

AM

Eric

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Eric

AB
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of Duke University( undergrad) where I majored in Philosophy and minored in Theater Studies. During my summers in college, I worked with EducationUSA Nairobi, an advising center for Kenyan students who wish to pursue higher education in the US. When I worked for them, I tutored high ...

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Duke University

AB

Patrick

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Patrick

PhD
Patrick's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
PSAT Writing Skills
TOEFL
SAT Subject Test in United States History

After serving as an intelligence officer in the Air Force for seven years, I completed a doctoral program in American Literature at UNC-Chapel Hill. Since then, I have edited a literary journal, managed a research center, and published several peer-reviewed articles on American autobiography, fictio...

Education

Princeton University

PhD

Byron

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Byron

MS
Byron's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Statistics
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra

I like helping students. I am very patient. I have experience teaching Calculus classes at the University of Miami. I have done private tutoring for all levels of math up to Calculus, as well as Statistics, Business Math, and Math Finance. I have worked in the actuarial field. I have an undergradua...

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University of Miami

MS

Michigan State University

MS

Janet

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Janet

MED
Janet's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Algebra

I graduated from Southwestern Illinois University in Edwardsville with a BS in Mathematics Education. My first job was teaching junior high school math in East St. Louis. Some of my students were nearly as old as I. It was quite an experience for a first year teacher. Very challenging. I moved to th...

Education

Northern Illinois University

MED

Maddy

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Maddy

MED
Maddy's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary School Math
Middle School Science
Elementary School Science

My job as a teacher is to collaborate with a student to overcome a challenge. Do you want to write a term paper? Great! Do you want to learn how to use a semi-colon? Let's do it! I'm on your side. With every lesson, I meet students where they are and together we tailor our lessons to fit their ski...

Education

New York University

MED

Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jeffrey

MS
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

My tutoring approach is one of coaching, mentoring, and helping the student understand exactly what level and detail of help that they need to get ahead. Combining the personal discipline learned during 20 years as a Naval Officer with the unique expertise learned in one-on-one communication with pe...

Education

City University of Seattle

MS

Brigham Young University-Provo

MS

Darian

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Darian

AB
Darian's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I breathe English. I have been writing seriously since middle school, and I've won a number of writing contests over the years. In May 2019 I graduated from the University of North Texas with a BA in English and a concentration in creative writing. I particularly enjoy revising/editing stories and e...

Education

University of North Texas

AB

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Fatima

Middle School Math Tutor • +48 Subjects

Hello! I received my bachelor's degree in linguistics at the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign in 2016. I am an English, reading, writing, math, ISEE, SAT, and ACT tutor, specializing in aiding children and adults reach their goals while assisting them in completing homework assignments and essays, in addition to helping them prepare for tests and exams. I'm passionate about assisting students in developing their reading skills and math knowledge. My tutoring methods consist of breaking down complex topics into smaller steps so that I can help my students better understand the subject material. Most recently, I've worked with several students aiming to take the ISEE, SAT, and ACT tests, oftentimes collaborating with them in creating a study plan that would be most effective in attaining their desired scores while helping to improve their reading and math skills. I view each student as an individual with their own strengths and weaknesses, which enables me to design a unique study plan that strives to improve their weaker areas while emphasizing their strengths. Additionally, I assign homework that aligns with my tutoring sessions so that students can practice the skills they learned during the tutoring sessions and begin to comprehend common concepts featured on the ACT, SAT, and ISEE tests. Through practice and diligence, my students begin to improve in their reading and math skills while achieving their desired results in their chosen exams and classes.

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John William

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +47 Subjects

I am a graduate of Middlebury College. At Middlebury I double majored in Economics and History and minored in Spanish. Since graduating over four years ago, I have held two very different jobs! Directly after graduating, I served as a Youth Developement Peace Corps Volunteer in Peru. For two years I lived with a host family in the Andes Mountains and developed sustainable programs in preventative healthcare and education! After Peace Corps I helped launch a technology startup in New York City that partnered with taxi drivers. I absolutely love tutoring and sharing my passion for a variety of subjects including math, history, economics and Spanish! I have extensive experience tutoring all ages, including adults and my approach is collaborative, individualized, and fun. In my free time, you'll find me reading an American History book, running in Prospect Park or finding music with my friends!

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Owen

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +45 Subjects

My tutoring journey began shortly after cracking the 99th percentile on the SAT as a high school senior. This was the start of what has now been an 8 year journey! I have worked with 50+ students, mostly in the areas of math, science and standardized testing. After college, I spent two years working as a biology teacher at a top charter school in NYC where my classes ranked #1 by test results. I left teaching to pursue a role as a financial analyst, but I have maintained a full roster of 1-1 private students since. I truly love working with students to help them achieve more than they (and their parents) thought possible. Let's get in touch to discuss how we can make your son/daughter a top performing student. Here are my areas of expertise: -SAT/ACT -Math (algebra, geometry, trig, stats, precalc, calculus) -Science (biology, chemistry, physics) -AP exams -SHSAT, ISEE, TACHS, HSPT -NYS Regents exams

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Karen

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +45 Subjects

I have had the opportunity to teach and to tutor thousands of students over my 33 year teaching career. I believe that each student is unique, and that academic skills and weaknesses should be assessed and targeted for the best results. I also hope that it can be a FUN learning experience! I love it when students develop a passion for a subject like Biology, or develop an understanding and/or respect for Algebra, Geometry, etc. Most important to me is that the student ultimately feels successful, and sees improvement. Learning is a lifelong skill, and the desire to become better academically or to pass a class with a particular grade provides the motivation and opportunity to grow! I feel fortunate to be able to assist in those endeavors!

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Nnang

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +48 Subjects

After completing secondary school in South Africa, I did a PG year at a high school in Connecticut. During my year in Connecticut, I took Honors and AP Chemistry, Honors and AP Physics, and Honors Calculus; I also received the CollegeBoard AP Scholar with Honors Award. I have experience tutoring the New SAT. I understand the material and subtle nuances of the test. I have developed test-taking strategies that help a great deal when taking the SAT.

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Danielle

Applied Mathematics Tutor • +206 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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Ann

Elementary School Math Tutor • +42 Subjects

I am passionate about helping students of all ages learn challenging content. I am a National Board Certified teacher with more than 20 years of state certified classroom teaching experience. I have expertise working with elementary students as well as supporting the professional growth of aspiring teachers. I am patient and encouraging and can help students progress to the next level of their learning journeys. I have earned degrees from some of the best schools in the country, including UCLA, Harvard, and MIT.

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Thomas

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +43 Subjects

I have enjoyed teaching all my life. I have taught and coached swimming, Boy Scout skills, classes and small groups in church, college classes, and enrichment classes for home schoolers. I like tutoring one to one because of the flexibility it allows me to have in tailoring the tutoring to the individual needs of the student.

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Elena

AP Calculus BC Tutor • +40 Subjects

I am a tutor in math and computer science subjects. I think that every student has the potential to be good at math, but many have lost confidence somewhere along the way. My goal is to help students find that confidence again. I have a Master's degree in Math and a Bachelor's degree in Math and Computer Science. I have tutored for several years at the college level in both math and CS, with some classroom experience as well. I have also done some tutoring with middle - high school aged students. I work best one-on-one, and I really enjoy working in algebra, calculus, and pre-calculus. But mostly I enjoy helping students gain math and CS confidence!

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Dehlly

AP Statistics Tutor • +35 Subjects

I am here to assist you in any way I can to learn mathematics. I would like to call my sessions "Mathematics Without Tears"!

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Reading Comprehension section consistently challenges students because it requires both speed and accuracy—you have limited time to read dense passages and answer questions that test inference, vocabulary in context, and main idea comprehension. The Quantitative Reasoning section trips up many students who haven't practiced the specific question formats, particularly those involving data interpretation and word problems that require multiple steps. The Writing sample, while unscored, often causes anxiety because students struggle to organize their thoughts quickly under time pressure. A tutor can identify which section is your specific weakness and develop targeted strategies to address it.

Pacing is one of the biggest obstacles on the ISEE because you have roughly 1.5-2 minutes per question depending on the section. The key is practicing with timed sections repeatedly so you develop an internal clock and learn which question types to tackle first versus which to return to. Many students benefit from a "triage" strategy: quickly identify easier questions and build confidence with those, then tackle harder questions with remaining time. A tutor can teach you how to recognize when you're spending too long on a single question and help you practice the discipline of moving forward strategically.

Vocabulary appears throughout the ISEE—in dedicated Verbal Reasoning questions and embedded in Reading Comprehension passages—making it a significant component of your score. However, memorizing random word lists is inefficient; instead, focus on words in context by reading challenging material and noting unfamiliar words, then learning how they're used. The ISEE also tests your ability to infer meaning from context, so practicing that skill matters as much as knowing definitions. A tutor can help you build a personalized vocabulary strategy that targets the word difficulty level you'll actually see on test day, rather than wasting time on obscure words that won't appear.

Most students benefit from taking 3-4 full-length practice tests spaced throughout their prep timeline—enough to identify patterns in your mistakes without burning out on test fatigue. Early in prep, focus on untimed or section-by-section practice to build skills; then move to timed full-length tests every 2-3 weeks as you get closer to test day. The real value comes from reviewing every single question you missed or found difficult, understanding why you got it wrong, and adjusting your strategy. A tutor can help you interpret your practice test results to pinpoint whether your errors stem from knowledge gaps, careless mistakes, or timing issues—each requires a different fix.

Test anxiety on the ISEE often stems from unfamiliarity with the format and question types, which tutoring directly addresses by building genuine competence and confidence through repeated exposure. When you've practiced the exact types of questions you'll see and developed strategies that work, anxiety naturally decreases because you know what to expect. A tutor can also teach you specific techniques like how to manage your breathing during the test, when to skip a question without panic, and how to use the scratch paper effectively to stay organized. Many students find that working 1-on-1 with a tutor who can normalize the difficulty and celebrate progress builds the mental resilience needed to perform well under pressure.

Score improvement depends heavily on your starting point and how much you practice—a student starting at the 40th percentile might improve 10-15 percentile points with consistent tutoring and practice over 8-12 weeks, while a student already at the 75th percentile may see smaller gains because there's less room to improve. The most significant gains typically come from fixing fundamental skill gaps and learning test-specific strategies rather than last-minute cramming. Realistic expectations matter: if you're aiming for a specific school's typical ISEE range, your tutor can help you understand what score you need and create a focused plan to reach it. Consistency matters more than intensity—regular sessions with homework practice between them produce better results than sporadic intensive sessions.

ISEE word problems test reading comprehension and mathematical reasoning simultaneously—you have to extract the relevant information from wordy scenarios, set up the problem correctly, and solve it under time pressure. Many students rush through reading the problem and misidentify what's being asked, or they set up the equation correctly but make a calculation error. The ISEE also includes multi-step problems where you need to find an intermediate answer before solving the final question, and students often stop after the first calculation. A tutor can teach you a systematic approach: read carefully, identify what you know and what you're solving for, write out your setup before calculating, and double-check that your answer makes sense in context.

Main idea questions ask you to identify the overall purpose or central point of a passage—the answer is usually explicitly stated or clearly supported by the passage's structure. Inference questions require you to read between the lines and draw conclusions based on evidence that isn't directly stated, which demands deeper analytical thinking and trips up many students. For example, a passage might describe a character's actions without saying they're nervous, but you'd need to infer nervousness from the evidence provided. A tutor can teach you the difference by having you practice identifying what the passage explicitly says versus what you can reasonably conclude, and showing you how to avoid over-inferencing (reading too much into the text) while still making valid logical connections.

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