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Ellie

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ellie

Master of Arts, Biomedical Engineering
Ellie's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

I'm Ellie, and I am a junior at Yale University studying Biomedical Engineering (pre-med)! I have always considered myself a life-long student, and I strive to make learning exciting and empowering for everyone. On campus, I work as a graphic designer for the Center for Disease Control and Preventio...

Education

Yale University

Master of Arts, Biomedical Engineering

Yale University

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35
Bidyut

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Bidyut

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Bidyut's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Differential Equations

I am an undergraduate of the Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science. I have years of experience tutoring and teaching math and various sciences from an elementary to a college level. I primarily tutor college level courses such as physics and biochemistry, ...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Mica

B.S. in Science, Technology, and Society
Mica's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a Stanford graduate with a B.S. in Science, Technology, and Society and a B.A. in Anthropology. I am currently completing my M.D. at the University of Rochester. In July, I will continue on to residency within otolaryngology-head and neck surgery.

Education

Stanford University

B.S. in Science, Technology, and Society

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Dane

Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Software Engineering
Dane's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

I am a rising sophomore at Duke University and am double majoring in Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science with a minor in Economics. I love problem solving and analyzing situations creatively and enjoy studying the real-world applications that accompany engineering. I mostly tutor ...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Software Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Samuel

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade Algebra
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...

Education

California Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Margaret

Current Undergrad Student, Political Science and Government
Margaret's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am a Stanford student from Maryland studying Political Science and Computer Science. I graduated from high school in 2015, where I was active as the captain of my high school sailing team, a section leader in the orchestra, and part of the STEM magnet program Project Lead the Way. I am currently t...

Education

Stanford University

Current Undergrad Student, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kevin

Master of Science, Computer Science
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
Competition Math
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Geometry

I'm a coterminal master's student at Stanford University in California majoring in Computer Science (Biocomputation). Throughout high school and college, I've taken many courses in computer science, the life sciences (biology and chemistry), and math; and I've been through a lot of standardized test...

Education

Stanford University

Master of Science, Computer Science

Stanford University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Tim

Bachelor of Science, Computational Science
Tim's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I'm a junior at MIT pursuing a B.S. in Computational Neuroscience, and a B.S. in Philosophy. Starting in high school, I have served in a multitude of teaching/tutoring roles, including: tutoring all levels of high school math (from pre-algebra to AP Calculus BC); teaching a six-week class on psychol...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Computational Science

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Isabella

Current Grad Student, Operations Research
Isabella's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

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...

Education

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

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dennis

Bachelor of Science
Dennis's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I'm Dennis. I study physics, math, and computer science. I have done research about cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1530
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Srini

Current Undergrad Student, Molecular Biophysics
Srini's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Geometry

I am currently a student at Brown University seeking a degree in molecular biophysics. I love studying physics and its many applications in the realms of the life sciences. I have a strange penchant for ultimate frisbee and anything that involves golf (mini golf, frisbee golf, actual golf, etc.). On...

Education

Brown University

Current Undergrad Student, Molecular Biophysics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sabira

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Sabira's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because t...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Joseph

Master in Public Health, Public Health
Joseph's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am currently a first-year Master's student at the Yale School of Public Health. I received my Bachelor's in biology at UCLA. As a Californian, I enjoy sunny weather and eating avocados.

Education

Yale University

Master in Public Health, Public Health

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor's in Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Derek

Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Derek's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus
Trigonometry

I am currently a Harvard student majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Applied Mathematics. I graduated Class Valedictorian in high school and was named National Merit Finalist. I took 16 AP classes in high school, including AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Physics C ...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1550

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Dennis

AP Statistics Tutor • +50 Subjects

I'm Dennis. I study physics, math, and computer science. I have done research about cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University Department of Engineering, designing, simulating, optimizing, and building light filters for wavelength-division optical-electronic multiplexers. Another field I study is the mathematics of quasicrystals and aperiodic tilings, such as the Penrose tiling of rhombuses.

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Srini

AP Calculus BC Tutor • +51 Subjects

I am currently a student at Brown University seeking a degree in molecular biophysics. I love studying physics and its many applications in the realms of the life sciences. I have a strange penchant for ultimate frisbee and anything that involves golf (mini golf, frisbee golf, actual golf, etc.). One can often find me at Clark Park or Walnut Greens trying to shoot for par or die trying. Hobbies: reading, music, writing, art, movies, books

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Sabira

Middle School Math Tutor • +35 Subjects

I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because there are so many ways to learn it and if one way does not help I can use another. I used to teach taekwondo and interacted with all kinds of students, and I'm excited to help out more! Hobbies: books, reading, music, writing, art

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Joseph

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +44 Subjects

I am currently a first-year Master's student at the Yale School of Public Health. I received my Bachelor's in biology at UCLA. As a Californian, I enjoy sunny weather and eating avocados.

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Derek

AP Calculus BC Tutor • +33 Subjects

I am currently a Harvard student majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Applied Mathematics. I graduated Class Valedictorian in high school and was named National Merit Finalist. I took 16 AP classes in high school, including AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Physics C : Mechanics and AP Physics 1, with a score of 5 in all of the tests. I scored a 1570/1600 in my SAT and 800 in the SAT Math Level 2 Subject Test and 790 in the SAT Physics Subject Test.

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Justin

AP Calculus BC Tutor • +48 Subjects

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 Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.

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Ingrid

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +51 Subjects

I am exploring my creativity by pursuing a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in Korean, studying abroad in South Korea as a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar, leading workshops that teach 3D printing and CAD for undergraduate students as the president of 3D4E, advocating for the first-generation and low-income student community as the Outreach Chair of the Quest+ Scholars Network, and getting involved with the Society of Women Engineers' outreach committee. I currently hold a work-study position as an administrative clerical aide in the Institute of Sustainability and Energy at Northwestern and was an undergraduate researcher in the John Rogers Lab. As I look forward with aspirations of applying to graduate school, areas of research in biomedical engineering and biotechnology that I am particularly interested in include biomaterials, pharmaceuticals, and drug delivery systems. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy learning on my own and sharing my experience and knowledge with my peers and other students. I hope to make use of my experiences with academics and learning in high school and so far in my undergraduate career in order to effectively tutor students who may be experiencing the same struggles in learning that I also experienced.

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David

Competition Math Tutor • +21 Subjects

I am a graduate of Stanford University, where I received a BS in Cognitive Science and an MS in Computer Science. After graduation, I spent a summer in Palestine, where I taught web development, app development, and entrepreneurship to a cohort of overenthusiastic high school students; now, I've moved halfway across the country from the Bay Area to the Twin Cities. From volunteering with organizations like Twin Cities Rise and The Mid-Continent Oceanographic Institute to checking out art institutions like the Walker and Mia, it's been such a wonderful time settling into this new place that I call home.

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Jai

Calculus Tutor • +23 Subjects

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'm looking forward to helping you improve your scores towards improving your chances at getting in to your dream school.

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Julie

12th Grade Math Tutor • +82 Subjects

I am a rising junior at Princeton University pursuing a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy with a certificate in Statistics and Machine Learning. I am highly passionate about education: during the academic year, I serve as a volunteer tutor for the Petey Greene Program, which provides educational assistance to those incarcerated in New Jersey prisons; after graduation, I hope to work toward becoming a high school mathematics teacher. This summer, I am interning part-time at IntegrateNYC4me, a nonprofit that seeks to integrate New York schools. I believe that quality educational opportunities should be accessible to all, and I hope to dedicate my career toward realizing this vision!

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  • Programming languages like Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, and more
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  • Computer science fundamentals and algorithms
  • Database design and SQL
  • Mobile app development
  • Game development
  • AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A
  • Coding interviews and technical problem-solving
  • IT certification prep

Whether you're just starting to learn to code or preparing for advanced technical interviews, there's personalized tutoring available to match your goals.

In a typical classroom, coding instruction often moves at a fixed pace that doesn't always match individual learning speeds. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to focus entirely on your specific challenges—whether that's debugging logic errors, understanding complex concepts like recursion, or building real projects from the ground up.

Tutors can adapt explanations to your learning style, provide immediate feedback on your code, and spend extra time on weak areas without anyone falling behind or getting bored. This targeted approach typically leads to faster skill development and stronger conceptual understanding than classroom-only learning.

Tutors work with students at every level—from complete beginners taking their first steps with coding fundamentals, to intermediate learners building projects and learning new languages, to advanced students preparing for technical interviews or tackling specialized topics like machine learning and system design.

Whether you're in middle school exploring coding for the first time, a high school student in AP Computer Science, a college student in challenging CS courses, or a career-changer preparing for a tech interview, personalized instruction can be customized to your current level and goals.

Yes. Tutors can guide you through the entire project development process—from planning and pseudocode, to writing clean code, debugging, and optimization. This hands-on approach builds real problem-solving skills that transfer directly to your coursework, internships, and job interviews.

Many students work with tutors to develop portfolio projects that demonstrate their abilities to potential employers or universities. A tutor can help you choose meaningful projects, work through technical obstacles, and refine your work to a professional standard.

Concepts like object-oriented programming, recursion, data structures, and algorithms can feel abstract in a classroom setting. Tutors break these down into digestible pieces, use concrete examples and visualizations, and build understanding step-by-step rather than lecturing at pace.

With personalized instruction, you can ask questions freely without worrying about slowing others down, and tutors can re-explain concepts in different ways until they click. This deliberate, concept-focused approach helps transform confusing topics into skills you can apply with confidence.

Yes. Many students work with tutors to prepare for technical interviews, coding assessments, and competitive programming challenges. Tutors can help you practice problem-solving under time constraints, develop efficient algorithms, communicate your thought process clearly, and build the confidence that comes from solving real interview-style problems.

Whether you're preparing for an internship, your first tech job, or advancing your career, structured interview prep with personalized feedback significantly improves both your technical skills and interview performance.

Students typically see improvements in multiple areas: stronger foundational understanding of core concepts, ability to write cleaner and more efficient code, faster problem-solving skills, increased confidence tackling new languages or frameworks, and better grades in CS courses. Many students also report improved debugging skills and the ability to learn new technologies independently.

The timeline varies based on your starting point and goals, but most students notice measurable progress within a few weeks of consistent, personalized instruction focused on their specific challenges.

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