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Candice

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Candice

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Candice's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SSAT- Elementary Level

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...

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The New School

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, English

McKenna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

McKenna

Bachelor in Arts, English
McKenna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

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...

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Tulane University of Louisiana

Bachelor in Arts, English

Jakob

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jakob

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Jakob's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
AP Physics 2
Biochemistry
Biology

Hello! I am a medical student who recently graduated with degrees in biochemistry and neuroscience from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.While I am capable at helping students with specific content in their classes, I feel that my strengths are in helping students to optimize their studying and...

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Medical College of Wisconsin

Doctor of Medicine, Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General

Susan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Susan

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Susan's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I am excited to help elementary and middle school students (online or in person) in the area of reading and writing. Especially those that struggle with reading, as I have worked with not only my own children in this area, but students who have fallen behind or just need that extra ENTHUSIASM with r...

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Carroll University

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Kristin

Certified Tutor

Kristin

Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Kristin's other Tutor Subjects
Art
Art Hour
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

Greetings, I am Kristin and i am a certified teacher. I have been teaching for five years and 2 of those years on an online platform. I enjoy reading, crafting, and educating. Education is my passion, aside from my children it is my most favorite thing. I enjoy growing minds and making an impact. My...

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Liberty University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology

Jayme

Certified Tutor

Jayme

Master of Science, Early Childhood Education
Jayme's other Tutor Subjects
College Application Essays
College English
Elementary School
Elementary School Math

I am a New York State Certified Teacher. I am an alumni of SUNY Albany where I received my Bachelor's Degree in English Studies. Further, I am a recent graduate of Saint Joseph's College. It is there that I received a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I became certified to teach Birth to...

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Saint Josephs College-New York

Master of Science, Early Childhood Education

SUNY at Albany

Bachelor in Arts, English

Kayla

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kayla

Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education
Kayla's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

Hello! My name is Kayla, and I am prospective elementary school teacher! I am entering into my senior year at Duquesne University with a major in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Spanish. I have experiences tutoring in various subjects, and am very passionate about helping others learn! Alth...

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Duquesne University

Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education

Soham

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Soham

Bachelor of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
Soham's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Geometry
Math
Middle School Math

I am currently a college student at Rutgers University - New Brunswick studying aerospace engineering, and I have a huge passion for helping anyone in any way I can. I have previously worked as a tutor in my high school and local community programs, and the subjects I tutor are elementary school mat...

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Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Bachelor of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

Dawn

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Dawn

Doctor of Philosophy, English
Dawn's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Elementary School Reading

Tutoring has always been one of my supreme passions. I believe in blending academic work with play: scientific curiosity with artistic enthusiasm--and the results have always paid off.I started tutoring privately, as a college student. I worked with one little girl from the ages of 7-11, tutoring he...

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SUNY Purchase

Bachelor in Arts, Literature

SUNY at Binghamton

Doctor of Philosophy, English

Malcolm

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Malcolm

Master of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Malcolm's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
Anatomy & Physiology
Anthropology
AP Biology

The power of an inspiring teacher is often understated, and in my own experience, it has been my mentors who have lifted me up and inspired me to work harder, learn from my failures, and believe in myself. I hope to be a guiding presence in the life of my students, helping them achieve their goals w...

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University of Southern California

Master of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

University of California-Santa Cruz

Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

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Brittney

Academic Coaching Tutor • +24 Subjects

Brittney Johnson is the CEO of Fervent Financial LLC whose passion is to teach, coach, and empower everyday people and children on personal finances to include: budgeting, how to save, how to get out of debt, and the importance of an emergency fund.Brittney believes that many people are ignorant to basic money management skills and therefore struggle and keep going around the hamster wheel making the same financial mistakes. Brittney decided to pursue her dream and is already making a difference in the world.Before the Lord called Brittney to start Fervent Financial she worked for the intelligence community as well as KPMG, where she budgeted million dollar programs, audited various government agencies, and led several process improvement initiatives.Since a child Brittney has had the teachers mantle roaring on the inside of her. She would teach her younger cousins to read, write, and tutor them in math. Brittney began budgeting as a child when her parents made her write and plan out how she would spend her allowance money. In her youth, Brittney was a Student Ambassador traveling the world promoting peace and using her leadership skills to make a difference in the world. As Brittney grew she started helping her family and friends understand money. Brittney is a Certified Financial Education Instructor, Personal Finance Coach, Ramseys Solutions Master Financial Coach, Bookkeeper for small businesses, mentor of young women in her community, and the Director of Finance and Administration at Rain Fire Ministries International.Brittney holds a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from North Carolina A&T State University and a Masters in Accountancy from Gardner Webb University. Brittney is currently pursuing her certification to become a Financial Planner, to further her knowledge and skills as a finance professional.When she's not working she loves to write various stories by painting the world and experiences through her eyes. Whether it is about love, friendship, faith, or random thoughts; she inspires all who read her writing.While traveling the world, Brittney was able to touch so many lives by lending a helping hand and opening her heart to others. With her bubbly personality, she is able to win so many hearts through mentoring and volunteering.By pursuing her purpose and investing in her passion, she hopes her experiences help others navigate this thing called life.

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Lizzie

Academic Coaching Tutor • +42 Subjects

Hi my name is Lizzie. I have been working with kids in one way or another since I was about 12 years old. With babysitting at a young age, working at day cares, and now teaching people of all ages how to ride horses you could say that I have a passion not only for kids but for being an educator. I am currently going to school to be an elementary school teacher and would love to have the opportunity to work with a diverse community of students.

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Dana

Adult Literacy Tutor • +14 Subjects

Hello,For the last 25 years, I have been a teacher/professor. I specialize in writing. To that end, I have written a book with my son, Climbing the Writing Wall, which is available on Amazon. Most students have some difficulty with timed writing tests as well as essay exams. However, there are strategies which can help.I have also taught Latin I, II, III and IV. I have worked extensively with students who plan to take the New York State Regents Exam in Latin.Currently, I am semi-retired and am working on YA fiction novels with my son and daughter.I can work in a local library, but I would prefer to work online.Thank you for reviewing my profile. Good luck with your studies!Diana

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Patrick

ACT Prep Tutor • +44 Subjects

I have four years of full-time classroom teaching experience, but many more as a tutor. I started tutoring when I was in the sixth grade, and I now work with students from grades six through college. I also teach SAT and ACT preparation courses. While my favorite subject to teach is Social Studies, my Math and English students have gone on to great success as well. I know that every student has a unique learning style and success is often a matter of finding the right motivation. When I'm not teaching, my favorite thing to do is read to my own children.

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Cameron

ACT Prep Tutor • +32 Subjects

I graduated from Colorado College (top 25 LAC) in May of 2020 with a degree in Political Economy and a minor in Math, after attending on a full scholarship. I will be starting an MS in Data Science at Georgetown in the Fall. I've recently served as a high school fellowship coordinator on major political campaigns and before that served as a volunteer coordinator. I am very passionate about teaching math as it is something I struggled with before achieving a high level of mastery. But I am also quite capable at instructing in English, Government, Economics, and general writing. I would say I am the type of tutor who works through challenges with students instead of for them.

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Lily

Algebra Tutor • +26 Subjects

I graduated with honors from Pitzer College in May of 2014. I obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a focus in child development. I am currently a middle school teacher in West Phoenix, where I teach 7/8th grade special education in a resource room setting. I teach various ability levels in the subject areas of writing, math, and reading. I have also worked as an art teacher through Explorations Summer Academy and taught 6th grade English at a summer school.My tutoring experience includes: tutoring African refugees living in Oregon, tutoring children in Ecuador, teaching preschool as an AmeriCorps member in a low-income community in California, and tutoring children living with their families in Bolivian prisons. Some fun facts about me are that I played varsity lacrosse in college and am highly proficient in Spanish. In my spare time, I paint murals and attend Zumba classes.

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Richard

Algebra Tutor • +10 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of Phillips Exeter Academy and am currently an undergraduate at the University of Chicago, where I am studying Economics. Since High School, I have been tutoring through school organizations like Peer Tutoring, where I became the head in my senior year, and also tutoring around public schools in Stamford, Connecticut, near where I live. I have also created a summer camp at Domus Stamford, where I taught Chemistry and Martial arts for two weeks to middle school and elementary school students. I have also coached my school's Chemistry Olympiad team, so I am comfortable with competition Chemistry as well. I have over three hundred hours of tutoring and teaching experience in subjects like Math, Chemistry, and English. Tutoring STEM subjects is always fun for my students and me, because it is always interesting to see the connections and logic behind concepts. I am a firm believer that education is not only a valuable, important resource for everyone, but that it should also be given in a way suitable for everyone. As such, I learn from the habits of my students and personalize my teachign style in a way that would best help them learn more. In my spare time, I like reading, walking my dog, and cooking.

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Lorelyn

Elementary School Math Tutor • +11 Subjects

I believe that every student has the ability to learn if we can figure out how to best meet their needs. No one is perfect, but practice and patience will help us get closer.I am a 26 year old graduate from Hunter College with a Masters degree in Childhood Education with certification to teach the blind and visually impaired. I also received my Bachelors degree in Psychology from Marist College.

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Sidharth

ACT Math Tutor • +11 Subjects

I am a passionate and hardworking computer science student at the University of Pennsylvania. I love teaching because it solidifies my concepts of the subject matter, and also is a very rewarding experience! I enjoy swimming, working out, and coding.

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Angie

College English Tutor • +20 Subjects

I have been teaching Spanish and ESL for over 11 years with all age groups. For the past 4 years I have taught at the college level (beginning to advanced classes). I am passionate about helping others learn about other cultures and languages because I think everyone should be equipped to be a part of a global market. I believe everyone can and should learn another language. I tutor Spanish (all levels) as well as ESL. As I tutor I am flexible and accommodating. I received my Bachelors in Education and Spanish from Concordia University. I then completed a Masters in Spanish Literature and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I am currently enrolled in a program to receive a second Masters in Curriculum and Instruction also from UWM. Outside of teaching and being a student I enjoy traveling, coffee, Latin dancing, reading, and running.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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