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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

Kristin

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Kristin

Masters in Education, General Literature
Kristin's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary Reading and Phonics Class
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading

My name is Kristin Schultz. I have taught in the elementary setting for 6 years. I have experience with K-4th grade, and am familiar with the 3rd grade reading guarantee (AIR) test in the state of Ohio. I graduated from Baldwin Wallace University in 2016 with a Bachelor's of Science in Education and...

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American College of Education

Masters in Education, General Literature

Baldwin Wallace University

Bachelor of Science, Science Teacher Education

Michael W.

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Michael W.

Master of Philosophy, Sociology
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Anthropology
Chess
CLEP Prep

I received my doctorate in sociology at the City University of New York. Over the course of my studies, I have taught more than 25 college-level courses to students with a wide variety of backgrounds in a number of subjects. This means that I have written exams, graded exams, published papers, prese...

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New York University

Master of Philosophy, Sociology

Northeastern University

Master of Science, Criminal Justice

Zachary

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Zachary

Bachelor of Science, Labor and Industrial Relations
Zachary's other Tutor Subjects
Art
Elementary School Writing
English
High School Writing

I have been an educator for over 8 years and my areas of specialization are English, Literature, U.S. History, and Drama. My teaching background primarily involves working with elementary school age children, but I have also conducted workshops for middle schoolers and taught adult learners. I have ...

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Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Labor and Industrial Relations

Andrew

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Andrew

Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Math
Middle School Math

I am a substitute teacher with Portland Public Schools. I got my Master of Arts in Teaching from Concordia University with a certification in advanced math in June 2018. My teaching experience is mostly in Middle School Math as well as Algebra 1-2, but I can help you with any level of High School Ma...

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Concordia University-Portland

Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education

University of Southern Indiana

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Daniel

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Daniel

Masters, Educational Leadership
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
College Level American History
Comparative Literature

I am a teacher of English Language Arts with going on eleven years experience. I have taught primarily in the middle school in my district and have experience teaching all three middle school grade levels. I spend the first five years of my career teaching sixth grade before transitioning to seventh...

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Montclair State University

Masters, Educational Leadership

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Bachelors, English

Yi-Ju

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Yi-Ju

Masters, Research and Experimental Psychology
Yi-Ju's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Mandarin
Graduate Test Prep
GRE Quantitative
Languages

Having enjoyed learning and completed my Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Literature and Bachelor of Science in Psychology form National Taiwan University, and Master of Arts in Research and Experimental Psychology from New York University, I love to share my knowledge and study techniques with my studen...

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New York University

Masters, Research and Experimental Psychology

National Taiwan University

Bachelors, Psychology and Chinese Literature

Duy

Certified Tutor

Duy

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Duy's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
American Literature
Basic Computer Literacy
Biology

Hi friend! I graduated with a degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Missouri and currently work as a Computer Programmer for a large banking corporation. I have 7 years of experience tutoring a variety of subjects from biology to languages and math. My tutoring style revolves aroun...

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University of Missouri-Columbia

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

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Gabriella

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Gabriella

Current Undergrad Student, Physics
Gabriella's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Physics 1

I am a current physics major at WPI (Worcester Polytechnic Institute). I enjoy tutoring Physics and math. I believe anyone can learn math and physics, and that the two are often not as hard as most people might think.

Education

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Current Undergrad Student, Physics

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Marlee

ACCUPLACER Arithmetic Tutor • +45 Subjects

I have a love for learning and a love for teaching. I have my Master's degree in Special Education, Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) and Secondary English Language Arts certifications. My Bachelor's degree is in English from Northeastern University. I am also a Certified Behavior Instructor for students with Autism. Being in the top 15% of my Graduate school class and having graduated college with Summa Cum Laude honors, I know that hard work and dedication in education pays off. I hold myself to a very high standard in my own education, and I like to instill these same values in my students.I spend my days as a Special Education teacher for Chicago Public Schools, working with students in kindergarten through 8th grade. I have also been working as an independent tutor for the last few years. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages with a diverse range of needs, including those associated with Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, cognitive delays, and general literacy troubles. I excel in differentiation and the creation of successful learning plans for students. While I work in the field of Special Education, I also have experience in general education classrooms. I have tutored English and taught various classes (literature, composition, phonics) at elementary through high school levels. I have designed curricula, assessments, and activities. For over five years, I also worked for an academic essay assistance company, where I helped with academic essays ranging from middle school through post-college work.In my tutoring, I use research-based educational programs, while also integrating the latest educational technology to complement each student's learning program. I have access to applications and programs that are highly accredited and used in schools, and I believe that they not only provide additional practice, but they also increase student engagement. I create individualized and differentiated programs for students of all ages, learning styles, skill levels, and needs. I can simply help students with their homework or I can create an individualized plan to enhance other skills.I always want to make sure that students are satisfied with each lesson. I assign challenging homework but I never do so without providing the proper instruction and assistance. I will also provide you with progress reports as often as you prefer. I am flexible and I am here to help YOU!

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Nick

1st Grade Tutor • +52 Subjects

I'm an actor, writer and musician living in New York City. I grew up in Minneapolis, MN (by way of Palo Alto, California). I graduated from Northwestern University in 2014, with a B.A. in Theatre, and a minor in American History.I love working with students of all ages, and helping young people on their own personal paths to success. I'm a huge baseball fan (my team is the San Francisco Giants), and am passionate about my craft of working professionally in theatre and film.In working with students, I'm all about working hard on the goals we set together, while having a good time. I like to take the pressure of the student's shoulders, instead focusing on equipping students with the best tools in their academic work, and their test prep. Academics should be fun and engaging, not intimidating, and together we'll make it that way.

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Zofia

Algebra Tutor • +49 Subjects

I am an experienced tutor who is passionate about math and science education. I have a deep understanding of math and science. I recently graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, coursework in both the physical and natural sciences, and a GPA of 3.87. I also studied at an IB high school and graduated with the highest marks in my class.I have 8 years and over 1000 hours of experience tutoring and teaching. I have tutored students age 7 - 22 in subjects from French to Math to Biology. As a tutor I am patient and kind. My goal is for all the people I work with to gain a deep understanding of the subject matter they are studying. I have great success in achieving this goal because of my passion for math and science and my dedication to the people I work with.

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Jamie

ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills Tutor • +46 Subjects

I taught college English composition courses for eight years, so I have a firm grasp of the expectations of student writing at this level. I have also tutored ESL students in SAT prep and college application essay writing. As a former Fulbright grantee, I understand the importance of a clear and concise personal statement as the cornerstone of a successful application. My academic specializations include written and visual rhetoric, academic and creative writing, and 19th century British literature.

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Jason

GMAT Tutor • +5 Subjects

I'm an incoming full-time MBA student at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. Growing up, my mother was a teacher, and instilled in me a love for learning. In high school, I tutored my younger brother across many subjects. Since, I've volunteered as an SAT Tutor with New York Cares for an underfunded public school in my old neighborhood in Manhattan.Now that I am based in Ann Arbor, I'm excited to share my tips and tricks to help others in the area achieve their dream score!I attended undergrad at Washington University in St. Louis. Over the next few years, I worked in operations management across a number of different companies and industries, including a 15 person start-up in NYC's SoHo. In my spare time, I'm an avid NY sports fan and enjoy reading and writing.

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Elizabeth

Algebra Tutor • +20 Subjects

I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Case Western Reserve University and a minor in Studio Art. I love math and art, and I find them similar in many ways. I am a patient person, having experience with children in hospital waiting rooms and helping my younger siblings with school. My favorite subjects to tutor are algebra, pre-calculus, and geometry, but I also tutor other subjects within math, art, and computer science. I believe that learning should be fun, and that since all knowledge is cumulative, hopefully the things I teach will become lifelong lessons.Besides tutoring, I enjoy swimming, rock climbing, and anything else that gets me outside or with wild animals. A fun fact from me is that both of my parents are teachers, and my sister is a tutor as well! I'm looking forward to working with you.

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Holly

College English Tutor • +35 Subjects

I graduated from the University of Vermont with a B.A. in English and Film & Television Studies. I have had experience tutoring in a range of subjects; my passions are writing nonfiction and reading, so I especially love tutoring essay writing and critical reading.I am an extremely positive and patient tutor, but that doesn't mean I'm easy. To the credit of my students, I've witnessed much improvement in their study skills and reading comprehension. I firmly believe hard work and education will make a person the best he or she can be. I work as hard as I can to get my students to a place where they understand the best ways for them to learn, and I aim to inspire a lifetime love of learning!When I'm not tutoring, reading, or writing, you'll most likely find me attempting a new DIY craft project, baking a pie, or attending a theatrical production.

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Jack

ACT English Tutor • +24 Subjects

I am a graduate of The University of Tulsa, where I received BA degrees in Anthropology and Sociology. While studying at Tulsa, I tutored students in several subjects including, Sociology, Anthropology, and Statistics, among others. In addition, I occasionally served as a guest lecturer at the University's introductory-level Sociology courses. I offer tutoring in SAT/ACT test prep, English, Anthropology, Sociology, and Social Studies. I enjoy most working with students on writing and revising essays in any subject. When I'm tutoring, I think it is most important to talk through issues with my students and try to ascertain how they're thinking about the problems they're trying to solve. If you're thinking about the fundamentals of a problem in the correct way, any other details will fall into place fairly easily.In addition to tutoring, I am a touring stand-up comedian. In my spare time, I enjoy competitive swimming, reading, and I also play a pretty mean MarioKart 64.

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Thomas

Algebra Tutor • +7 Subjects

I originally began college with intent of pursing a degree in Mathematics but quickly decided to dual-major in Mathematics and Economics in order to explore practical applications. While I continued my studies in liberal arts, slowly but surely I developed a passion for finance which guided me beginning my career at a multi-family office advising clients in portfolio management. While working in a number of roles through my 20s, I attained my CFA Charter. It would be my pleasure to work with you on any math, econ or financial endeavors towards the pursuit of your goals.

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Keanu

Algebra Tutor • +13 Subjects

I am a graduate of CUNY College of Staten Island. I received my Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with a mathematics minor. During my time as an undergrad I would constantly aid and tutor other students with different mathematics, science, and engineering material. I am most passionate about circuit analysis, power, and mathematics.When tutoring students I make sure there is clear understanding of the question or topic at hand before moving on. I am a firm believer in continuous education, believing it to be not only satisfying but necessary especially in the engineering and mathematic fields.Since graduation I have taken and passed the FE Electrical and Computer examination, during my time preparing for this examination I have acquired different knowledge, material, and techniques that I would love to share with others as well.

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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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