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Candice
I am an English instructor dedicated to enriching the lives of my students. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from The University of Chicago and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Over the years, I have merged my love of language and literature with my long-standing commitm...
The New School
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
5+ years
I am a recent graduate of Tulane University. I received a B.A. in English (with a concentration in creative writing) as well as a B.A. in political science. I have extensive experience working as a tutor for a wide range of ages. I currently tutor international students ages 4-16 in English. For two...
Tulane University of Louisiana
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jennifer
My goal is to meet students where they are in order to support them in their learning. By understanding each student's unique interests, learning styles, and academic abilities, I will assist them in meeting their learning goals. As far as my experience in education goes, I taught elementary school ...
University of Akron Main Campus
Master of Arts Teaching, Special Education
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Early Childhood Education

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Marissa
As a 1st grade student I was asked the question that is often asked by many school teachers: "What do you want to be when you grow up?" My eager response was, and always would be, "Teacher!" Although the type of teacher I wanted to become varied over the years, I knew I wanted to work in the educati...
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Education

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Andrew
In May 2022, I graduated from the University of North Texas with a major in Technical Writing. In my studies, I earned a certification in Technical communication. In my senior year of college, I was a substitute teacher for my local school district, helping me gain experience tutoring and teaching s...
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science, Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Lencia
I have a chemistry degree from Portland State University. I have experience tutoring a kindergartner who had gotten sick and missed a large amount of school. I have also taught some select advanced eighth grade chemistry classes guided by a PhD level teacher as volunteer work. I have also volunteere...
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

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Jason
I have tutored mainly math-related subjects for K-12 and college students for more than 5 years. I utilize graphs, interesting symbols, and a more user-friendly language to convey complex math concepts according to my students. I also teach conversational Chinese Mandarin. My goal is to let my stude...
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Brianna
I am a graduate student studying nursing at Simmons College. I am also a certified Emergency Medical Technician! During the time that I don't spend studying or working, I enjoy reading fiction novels. I have experience tutoring reading, writing, biology, chemistry, and German! My hope while tutoring...
Simmons College
Masters, Nursing-Direct Entry
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Bachelors, Biology, General

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Danielle
I earned my bachelor's degree in middle childhood education from The Ohio State University and my master's degree in middle childhood education from Mount Vernon Nazarene University.I've been working as a middle school math teacher for the past eleven years. I've taught 5th, 6th, and 8th grade math....
Nazarene University
Masters in Education, Middle School Teaching
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Bachelor of Education, Middle School Teaching

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Patrick
I had an interesting career as a broker and then worked in fund management. There, my interest for the academic world grew and I found a passion in learning. I began drifting more into the academic world and then combining my studies with my work life. I enjoy teaching, guide and monitoring people's...
Boston College
Bachelor of Science, Finance
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Natalie
Academic Coaching Tutor • +32 Subjects
I graduated top 15% of my high school with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. I received a Bachelor of Business Administration from Florida International University and a Master in Health Administration from the University of Florida. +5 years of tutoring experience. I was a Lead Upper Level Math Instructor in 2 education companies: Mathnasium and Sylvan Learning. I am TESOL certified, teaching Chinese students English as a second language. I also volunteer my time with E-Learning Amigos Tutoring, created with the goal of providing free of cost tutoring services to K-12 students as they adjust to distance learning due to the novel Coronavirus. I personalize instruction in mathematics, reading, study skills, homework support, and test preparation for college entrance and state exams. From an early age, my parents instilled the importance of education in me. I try to impart this to all of my students. I am able to accommodate different learning styles and diverse group of students.
Jennifer
ACT Prep Tutor • +24 Subjects
I'm currently studying Psychology and Business Economics at the University of Chicago. I mostly tutor students in math and standardized test prep, as well as edit essays. During my time at school, I have been tutoring two students long-term, as well as conducting online one-time session with students since online classes started. Beyond making sure my students understand the material covered during session, I want to help foster a love for learning.
Robin
Arithmetic Tutor • +16 Subjects
I grew up in Sonoma County, CA, and after running around and having a few adventures after high school, I returned to the area and settled into college life at Sonoma State University. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, minoring in Environmental Studies with a focus on environment-based education. I then moved up to Portland and attended the Graduate Teacher Education Program at Portland State University. I received my Master's degree in Education in 2009, and have been working with students in an educational setting ever since (taking time out here and there to have a few children of my own!). I did my student teaching in 3rd and 5th grades, and have done some substitute teaching in grades K-8. I worked as a paraprofessional in a significant needs program at an elementary school, and have taught 7th and 8th grades at an online school.I value education, and believe in teaching students how to seek out the answers, rather than just providing the answers for them. Every person is capable of learning, and one of my favorite things as a teacher is seeing the light in a student's eyes when they have figured something out; and seeing their confidence grow when they realize they can do it!
Derek
Anatomy Tutor • +11 Subjects
During my sophomore year of college I tutored math and science for Richmond City middle school students. I was a preceptor for human anatomy as well as comparative vertebrate anatomy at VCU where I lead group study sessions and designed outlines and practice test material. I have a bachelor's of science in biology as well as exercise science and am currently a part time graduate student and physical therapy technician.I am passionate about science and how it applies to everyday life.
Tracy
Adult Literacy Tutor • +16 Subjects
I'm not like a regular mom, I'm a cool mom. Except I'm not a mom; I'm your tutor.I've worked in talent development and organizational development for the last 8 years with corporations.Currently, I work full-time as a training specialist for corporations, focusing on adult learning theory and talent development. I love helping people of all ages get their "aha! moments."Even though my day-to-day is focused on helping adults become better at their jobs, I have always loved helping kids enhance their reading and writing skills. I love helping them learn tricks to break down words, sentences, and grammar into easy, manageable pieces. I try to incorporate fun and hands-on experience in every session, but I'm also a self-proclaimed "grammar nazi." Thought I have fun, I will crack down on incomplete sentences, poor structure, and turn those problems around. I'm here to help you!
Lina
Conversational Spanish Tutor • +16 Subjects
I am a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College, from where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, and I am working towards receiving a Doctor in Physical Therapy. During my time at W&J, I completed a semester Study Abroad program at the University of Navarra in Pamplona, Spain, where I studied intensely the Spanish language, history, and the culture. I have a passion for the Spanish language, which manifests in my membership in Sigma Delta Pi Spanish Honor Society, and in my tutoring Spanish for W&J College's Peer Assisted Learning Program. I am passionate for tutoring Spanish because I believe that learning language gives a better understanding of all aspects of life and opens doors to many more opportunities. Outside of academia, I enjoy traveling, sports, reading, and volunteering.
Brenna
ACT Math Tutor • +32 Subjects
I am a rising sophomore at Trinity University. I am pursuing a major in mathematics and computer science. I am very passionate about science and math, and hope to help others feel the same way. In high school and college I found every opportunity to help others in the areas I felt strong in. I truly love teaching others. In areas some find especially difficult, such as math, I do everything I can to help others understand. By using real world examples and applications for math problems, and simply explaining things in new ways I feel I can impact a students view on math and science, and help them grow to love it like I do.
Zach
ACT Math Tutor • +16 Subjects
I'm Zach, a sophomore at Northwestern University, and I am majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science. I love math and science, and enjoy the satisfaction of fostering love for such subjects in the students I tutor.In my free time, I enjoy watching the Pittsburgh Penguins, playing ice hockey, reading about the latest scientific developments, and taking walks with my family's yellow lab, Elle.
Emily
Anatomy & Physiology Tutor • +18 Subjects
I graduated Magna cum Laude from the University of Vermont with a bachelor's of Art in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Pharmacology. As an Honors College Scholar, I completed my research with the department of Pharmacology and successfully defended my thesis. Though I always planned to continue my education by attending medical school, this process sparked my love for pharmacology and physiology and gave my studies a clear direction. I am now a medical student at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and I aspire to enter the field of anesthesiology upon graduation.I began tutoring for college science classes after completing just one semester of undergrad. In my 3.5 years tutoring at UVM I helped students succeed in a range of biology and chemistry courses and had such success I was selected to serve as the supplemental instructor for biology.By the time I was an SI, I finally saw the value in learning all the nitty-gritty facts from freshman bio that hardly seem relevant. I also had some great professors that inspired me with their teaching styles which I tried to incorporate myself. At my weekly review sessions, I tried to connect the minutia to current research, Nobel Prize winners, and medical pathologies and treatments so students could see the bigger picture and not get bogged down by the details. Additionally, while serving as the biology SI, I encouraged students to ask questions they didn't feel comfortable asking their professor or questions outside of the class that I may be able to assist with, such as preparing to apply for medical school.As a female, first generation college student, I am passionate about helping underrepresented students achieve their dream of getting into medical school, and scoring well on the MCAT is a big step in that process. I believe I can use my experience to not only highlight the important content for this exam, but help build the skills they need to excel.In my personal life, I love to play softball, snowboard, practice yoga, and spend time with my cat Theo.
Erin
ACT English Tutor • +52 Subjects
I have experience tutoring and teaching just about any subject you can imagine. My tutoring style is to think of us as a team using your natural talents and learning styles to get through any challenges the material presents.English is my main tutoring subject. I enjoy it because literature and language can be confusing, but with the right guide, they can be fun! My education begins with a lifetime of reading all the good literature I could get my hands on, day and night. After getting my BA in English Creative Writing in 2006 from LSU, I went back to school for English Secondary Education. Then I taught English as a second language to young Korean children in South Korea. Back in the US, I worked as a homeschool teacher and tutor. Now, I would love the opportunity to be your tutor.When I'm not tutoring, I'm spending time with my son, teaching or doing yoga, riding my bike, painting, playing the ukulele, or drinking coffee.
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Reading intervention is targeted, personalized instruction designed to help students who struggle with foundational reading skills like phonics, fluency, decoding, and comprehension. Students may benefit from reading intervention if they're reading below grade level, have difficulty sounding out words, struggle to understand what they read, or have been identified with dyslexia or other reading-based learning differences.
Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows that personalized tutoring can significantly accelerate reading progress by allowing tutors to diagnose specific skill gaps and address them directly, rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Effective reading intervention tutors begin by assessing a student's current reading level across multiple areas: phonemic awareness, decoding skills, sight word recognition, fluency, and comprehension. They may use informal assessments, oral reading samples, and conversations with the student to pinpoint exactly where the breakdown is happening.
Once a tutor understands whether a student struggles with sounding out words, reading too slowly, comprehending text, or a combination of these, they can design personalized instruction that targets those specific gaps rather than reteaching skills the student has already mastered.
Tutors work to complement classroom instruction by understanding the reading curriculum, standards, and expectations your student's school uses. They can reinforce what's being taught in class while also filling in foundational gaps that may be holding your student back.
For example, if a school is introducing chapter books but your student still struggles with decoding, a tutor can work on decoding strategies while simultaneously building confidence with age-appropriate texts. This two-pronged approach helps students keep pace with grade-level content while solidifying the skills they need.
Reading intervention tutors use research-based strategies tailored to each student's needs. These may include:
- Phonics and decoding: Systematic instruction in letter-sound relationships and blending sounds into words
- Fluency work: Repeated reading of texts at appropriate levels to build speed and expression
- Comprehension: Pre-reading strategies, questioning techniques, and graphic organizers to help students understand and retain what they read
- Vocabulary building: Direct instruction and practice with words students encounter in texts
Tutors adjust these strategies based on how the student responds, ensuring instruction stays effective and engaging.
Reading progress depends on the severity of the student's struggles and how frequently they receive instruction. Students often show improvement in fluency and confidence within a few weeks of consistent tutoring, while foundational skill development (like phonics mastery) may take several months.
The key is consistency—students who work with a tutor 2-3 times per week typically see faster gains than those meeting less frequently. With personalized intervention and regular practice, many students can narrow the gap between their reading level and grade-level expectations significantly over a school year.
Excellent reading intervention tutors combine strong foundational knowledge of reading science with the ability to make learning engaging and pressure-free. They should understand the sequential nature of reading skills, recognize the signs of learning differences like dyslexia, and know how to diagnose where a student's reading breaks down.
Beyond expertise, the best tutors are patient, flexible, and skilled at building student confidence. They celebrate small wins, adjust pace and approach based on student response, and can explain reading concepts in ways that make sense to each individual learner.
With effective reading intervention, students typically experience improvements in decoding accuracy, reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence. Many students report that reading feels less frustrating and more enjoyable when they finally understand the patterns and skills that unlock texts.
Beyond scores and levels, personalized instruction helps students develop independence as readers. When they understand how to approach unfamiliar words and comprehend text, they're equipped to tackle reading challenges on their own—a skill that supports success across all subjects.
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