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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
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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
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
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
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
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
9+ years
Annie
I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, MD
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I ...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
13+ years
MaryAnn
I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to t...
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology
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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First graders often struggle with foundational skills like letter recognition, phonetic decoding, and basic math concepts—especially when transitioning from kindergarten's play-based learning. Many students also face challenges with focus and stamina during homework time, which can be frustrating for both kids and parents. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps identify exactly where a student is getting stuck and builds confidence through targeted practice.
The first session focuses on getting to know your child—their learning style, interests, and specific homework challenges. A tutor will assess foundational skills in reading, writing, and math to understand where support is needed most. This personalized approach means the tutoring plan is built around your child's unique needs, not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
Varsity Tutors connects families with tutors who understand grade-level standards and can reinforce what's being taught in Long Beach classrooms. Whether your child's school follows a specific reading program or math approach, tutors work alongside classroom instruction to fill gaps and accelerate progress. This coordination ensures homework help complements rather than conflicts with what teachers are doing.
First grade is critical for phonetic awareness and decoding skills—the foundation for all future reading. Tutors use evidence-based techniques like systematic phonics instruction, repeated reading, and word-building games to help students progress from letter sounds to blending and simple sight words. With personalized practice tailored to your child's pace, students often see noticeable improvement in confidence and fluency within weeks.
Common areas include number recognition, counting, basic addition and subtraction (within 10-20), and understanding place value. Many students also struggle with word problems and translating real-world situations into math. Personalized tutoring breaks these concepts into manageable steps, using manipulatives and visual strategies that make abstract math concrete and understandable.
Absolutely—that's a key goal of personalized instruction. By building foundational skills and teaching problem-solving strategies, students develop confidence to tackle assignments on their own. Tutors also help students learn study habits and organizational skills appropriate for 1st grade, which reduces frustration at home and builds long-term learning independence.
Varsity Tutors connects families with tutors who have experience teaching early elementary students and understand child development at this age. Tutors are matched based on your child's specific needs—whether that's reading support, math confidence, or general homework skills—and teaching style compatibility. This personalized matching ensures a great fit from day one.
Tutors provide regular updates on skills mastered, areas of focus, and homework performance improvements. You'll see progress through better homework completion, increased confidence, and measurable gains in reading fluency and math accuracy. Many parents notice their child becomes more willing to attempt homework independently and shows genuine enthusiasm for learning within the first few weeks.
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