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14+ years
Joubert
Multiplication tables, long division, and fractions each represent a conceptual leap that can shape how a student feels about math for years. Joubert brings patience and structure to these foundational topics, using visual models and real-world examples to build genuine number sense. His teaching st...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Owen
Multiplication tables, basic fractions, and place value are skills that need to feel automatic before a student can move forward in math. Owen is a parent who got deeply involved in education specifically because he wanted kids to have a better experience than he did, and that perspective shapes how...
Barry University
Bachelors, Sport Management

Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
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'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zachary
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elementary students often struggle with the transition from learning math procedures (like how to multiply) to understanding why those procedures work. Word problems are particularly challenging because they require students to translate language into mathematical thinking. Many students also develop math anxiety when they feel rushed or when they don't understand the "why" behind concepts, which can affect their confidence and willingness to try harder problems.
Personalized tutoring allows tutors to identify exactly where a student's understanding breaks down—whether it's with number sense, place value, or multi-step problem-solving—and address those specific gaps. Rather than moving at a class pace, tutors can slow down to build conceptual understanding, use multiple strategies to explain a concept, and give students the practice they need to build confidence. This targeted approach helps students see patterns and connections between concepts, which is essential for deeper mathematical thinking.
Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who are familiar with various elementary math curricula and approaches used across Indianapolis's 82 school districts. Whether your child's school uses a traditional textbook, a standards-based program, or a combination approach, tutors can align their instruction with what's being taught in the classroom while also reinforcing conceptual understanding that transfers across different methods.
Showing work helps students organize their thinking, catch their own mistakes, and demonstrates understanding rather than just getting the right answer. Many elementary students rush through problems or skip steps without realizing why. Tutors help students develop problem-solving strategies and organizational habits—like drawing diagrams, breaking multi-step problems into smaller parts, and checking their work—that make math more manageable and build lasting skills.
Math anxiety often stems from feeling lost or embarrassed about not understanding something, which creates a cycle of avoidance. Personalized tutoring breaks that cycle by providing a low-pressure environment where students can ask questions without judgment and work at their own pace. As tutors help students experience success with small, manageable steps, confidence builds naturally, and students begin to see themselves as capable mathematicians rather than "bad at math."
The first session is typically an assessment and get-to-know-you conversation. The tutor will ask about your child's current math level, specific challenges, learning style, and goals. They'll likely work through a few problems together to understand where understanding is solid and where gaps exist. This information helps the tutor create a personalized plan for the following sessions.
Many students show increased confidence and understanding within 2-4 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially when addressing specific gaps like multiplication facts or word problem strategies. More significant improvements in grades or standardized test scores typically emerge over a longer period—usually 8-12 weeks—as foundational concepts solidify and students apply new strategies independently. The timeline depends on the student's starting point and how frequently they meet with a tutor.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have strong backgrounds in mathematics and experience teaching or tutoring elementary students. Many are certified teachers, math specialists, or professionals with deep subject expertise. All tutors are vetted for their ability to explain concepts clearly and work effectively with young learners, ensuring your child gets instruction from someone who truly understands both the content and how elementary students learn.
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