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Kate
I have 15+ years of teaching experience with students ages 2-14 years old. I am passionate about early childhood education and building the foundation for life long learning. I believe in engaging and playful learning and will teach my classes with lots of interaction and opportunities for engagem...
Walden University
Master's/Graduate
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Rachelle
I am a graduate of The University of South Carolina School of Music where I received a Master of Music in Composition. Since graduation, I have composed and recorded works for multiple ensembles, but my true passion is music education. I enjoy seeing people gain confidence with learning. Celebratin...
University of South Carolina-Union
Master's/Graduate
Full Sail University
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Bradley
As a graduate of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs with a Bachelor of Innovation in Museum Studies and Gallery Practices, I am passionate about fostering a love for learning in my students. With over two years of tutoring experience in subjects including English, Art, German, Reading, and...
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Raylynn
As a passionate educator pursuing a Master's degree in Psychology from Dallas Baptist University, I have over 4 years of tutoring experience across various subjects, including College English, Creative Writing, science, Psychology. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning ...
Dallas Baptist University
Master's/Graduate
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Caleb
I find immense passion in helping others gain insight into a plethora of different subjects from music production, computer literacy, and software navigation, to reading, writing, and basic math. Although my expertise is primarily music-based, it has also made me very knowledgeable in several area...
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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
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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
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
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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
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Rhea
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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 subjects as well as tutoring private clients in Standardized Test preparation. Given that I graduated high school recently, I have taken several Standardized Tests and high school subjects myself, so I have a comprehensive understanding of not only how to tutor these subjects and exams, but also what it is like to take them. While I have a wide range of interests and am able to tutor various subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring in Standardized Test preparation (including ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams), Biology, Chemistry, Math, and Spanish. I truly believe that students should have the opportunity to learn in the way that works best for them, and I love being able to help them succeed by creating a comfortable tutoring environment in which we can best assess their particular needs and use strategies specific to them. My passion for learning drives everything that I do, and tutoring is the platform that I use to try to spread that passion to others. In my free time, you can find me playing badminton, listening to music, or baking something (hopefully) delicious.
Samantha
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects
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 students become confident and self-sufficient learners! Hobbies: photography, travel, reading, music, writing, running, art, books, traveling
Zachary
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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 to excel in both general academics and standardized tests.
Earnest
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +26 Subjects
I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
Matthew
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer in NYC and tackle even the most hard-science of problems with a top-down, big-picture, holistic approach. If you have a propensity to look at problems in a cross- or inter-disciplinary manner (or want to learn how to do so), I'm the tutor for you!
Tony
Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, English, history, and Mandarin Chinese part-time with a DC-based tutoring company. At Yale, I worked as a freshman counselor to provide academic and career advice to incoming freshmen. I have taken both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO.
Sami
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +19 Subjects
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer. Hobbies: reading, writing, art, books, music
Pinelopi
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you :)
Quinn
Calculus Tutor • +17 Subjects
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 love playing basketball and watching sports, as well as chilling with friends, listening to music, and keeping up with politics and current affairs.
Tiffany
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +56 Subjects
I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kindergarteners are building critical early literacy skills including letter recognition (both uppercase and lowercase), phonemic awareness (hearing and manipulating sounds in words), and the alphabetic principle (understanding that letters represent sounds). They're also developing print concepts like left-to-right directionality, sight word recognition, and beginning phonics. A strong kindergarten English foundation in these areas sets the stage for successful reading and writing development in first grade and beyond.
Phonemic awareness—the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds in words—is one of the strongest predictors of reading success. Children who struggle with this might have difficulty rhyming, blending sounds together to make words, or segmenting words into individual sounds. They may also struggle to identify which words start with the same sound or have trouble clapping out syllables. A tutor can use targeted activities like sound games, rhyming exercises, and oral blending practice to strengthen these critical pre-reading skills.
Some kindergarteners struggle to recognize letters or form them correctly, which impacts both reading and writing readiness. Tutors use multi-sensory approaches—tracing letters in sand, forming them with playdough, or practicing on whiteboards—combined with repeated exposure and games to build automaticity. Personalized instruction allows a tutor to focus on the specific letters a child finds most challenging and adjust the pace based on their progress, rather than moving through a standard curriculum too quickly.
Sight words (high-frequency words like 'the,' 'and,' 'is,' and 'to') are essential because they appear constantly in early readers and can't always be sounded out phonetically. In kindergarten, students typically learn a small set of these words through repeated exposure, flashcards, and contextual reading. A tutor can personalize sight word instruction by identifying which words a child already knows and focusing practice on unfamiliar ones, using games and real books to reinforce recognition rather than rote memorization alone.
Fine motor skills—the ability to control small hand muscles—are essential for holding a pencil, forming letters, and eventually writing. Some kindergarteners struggle with pencil grip, pressure control, or hand strength, which makes writing frustrating and slow. A tutor can incorporate strengthening activities like playdough manipulation, scissor practice, and pre-writing exercises (lines, curves, shapes) before moving to letter formation, ensuring a child has the physical foundation needed for writing success.
Oral language—speaking and listening skills—is the foundation for reading and writing. Children with limited vocabulary, difficulty following directions, or trouble expressing ideas verbally often struggle with literacy later. Tutors build oral language through conversations, read-alouds with discussion, storytelling, and language-rich games that expand vocabulary and help children practice using new words. Strong oral language skills make phonemic awareness activities more effective and give children the language foundation they need for reading comprehension.
A tutor evaluates kindergarten reading readiness by observing skills like letter recognition, phonemic awareness, print concepts, and oral language development. They might use informal assessments like asking a child to identify letters, segment words into sounds, or point to where a book starts. Based on these observations, a tutor can identify specific skill gaps and create targeted instruction to address them, ensuring a child enters first grade with the foundational skills needed for reading success.
Kindergarteners who experience early frustration with literacy can develop negative attitudes toward learning. Personalized tutoring provides a low-pressure, play-based environment where a child can learn at their own pace without comparison to peers. Tutors use encouragement, celebrate small wins, and choose activities matched to a child's interests and skill level, helping rebuild confidence and intrinsic motivation. This positive early experience with literacy learning is crucial for long-term academic success.
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