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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Isaiah
I have been coaching students to their best performance in math for seven years. I am fluent in all levels of math, primary, secondary, and freshman/sophomore university level. I am also fluent with the mathematics which one may find on the ACT, SAT, GRE, ASVAB, CLEP test and most standardized test...
Virginia Commonwealth University
BS

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
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...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Asta
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 th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Henry
I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
Harvard College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Isabella
I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at t...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies)
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Operations Research
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Frequently Asked Questions
During the first session, a tutor will assess your current math level, understand your specific challenges (whether that's word problems, multi-step equations, or conceptual gaps), and learn about your learning style. This helps them create a personalized plan tailored to your needs and goals. They'll also establish a foundation of trust so you feel comfortable asking questions and working through problems together.
Yes. Virginia Beach schools use various textbooks and approaches, and tutors understand these different curricula and can align instruction with what you're learning in class. Whether your school uses traditional problem sets, integrated math approaches, or specific textbook series, tutors can connect their instruction to your classroom materials and expectations.
Word problems require translating real-world scenarios into mathematical equations—a skill that combines reading comprehension, pattern recognition, and procedural knowledge. Tutors help you break down complex problems into manageable steps, identify what information is relevant, and develop strategies for approaching unfamiliar problem types. With practice and guided feedback, you'll build confidence in tackling word problems independently.
Procedural understanding means knowing how to follow steps to solve a problem, while conceptual understanding means knowing why those steps work and when to use them. Many students can memorize procedures but struggle when problems look different or require applying knowledge in new ways. Personalized tutoring helps you move beyond "plug and chug" to truly understand the underlying math, which makes advanced topics like proofs and graphing much more manageable.
Showing work isn't just for teachers—it helps you catch mistakes, organize your thinking, and communicate your reasoning clearly. Tutors teach you how to write out steps in a logical way, explain your problem-solving strategy, and identify where errors occur. This skill is especially important for standardized tests and advanced math courses where partial credit depends on demonstrating your process.
Math anxiety often stems from past struggles, fear of making mistakes, or feeling rushed. In personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you work at your own pace in a judgment-free environment where mistakes are learning opportunities, not failures. As you experience success with smaller, manageable steps and see patterns and connections you hadn't noticed before, confidence builds naturally—and anxiety decreases.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand Virginia Beach's school systems and can personalize instruction to your goals—whether you're strengthening fundamentals, preparing for a test, or tackling advanced topics. You'll work with someone experienced in your specific challenges and curriculum, and instruction is tailored to fit your schedule and learning style.
Many students notice improved confidence and understanding within a few sessions, especially when tutoring targets specific gaps. Measurable improvements in grades or test scores often appear within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, depending on the starting point and frequency of sessions. The key is addressing root causes—not just drilling procedures—so progress builds on solid conceptual understanding.
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