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Carina

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Carina

BS
Carina's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I have a bachelor's degree in Business Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania (GPA 4.0) and previously graduated from The Lawrenceville School cum laude. I am currently pursuing a Master's Degree at the London School of Economics. I began tutoring in 2019 and have worked...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

BS

Joy

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joy

AB
Joy's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Spanish
1st Grade Math (in Spanish)
1st Grade ELA (in Spanish)
Pre-Algebra

I am an experienced educator with a strong background in both the sciences and languages. I earned my bachelor's degree from Boston University, double-majoring in Biology (with a focus on ecology and conservation biology) and Hispanic Language and Literatures. I also hold a Master of Arts in Teachin...

Education

Boston University

AB

Saanvi

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Saanvi

Bachelor's
Saanvi's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
Chemistry
Biology

I currently am a pre-dental student at Rutgers Honors College majoring in Public Health and Biological sciences. During my high school and undergrad, I have had many opportunities to tutor students from K-12. I have worked as an administrative assistant and Math/English tutor at a tutoring center. I...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Rowan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Rowan

Bachelor
Rowan's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB

I am a senior student at Saint Louis University majoring in Biostatistics and Mathematics, with an appreciation for the power of education and the transformative role it can play in a student's life. Throughout my academic career, I have been dedicated to tutoring students across a diverse range of...

Education

Saint Louis University-Main Campus

Bachelor

Kaitlyn

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Kaitlyn

Undergraduate Degree
Kaitlyn's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra

I have a high school degree and graduated Magna Cum Laude, and I currently attend Boston University. I have experience tutoring all age groups, from elementary to middle to high schoolers. My specialty is standardized test prep, but I tutor academic subjects as well. I have taken 11 AP classes and e...

Education

Boston University

Undergraduate Degree

Lisanne

Certified Tutor

Lisanne

PhD
Lisanne's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am a dynamic, recent Harvard PhD graduate seeking to enrich the lives of others through increasing knowledge, growth, and confidence. I currently reside in Austin, TX, but I am originally from New York City. I attended a private New England boarding school called the Hotchkiss school for high scho...

Education

Harvard University

PhD

Brown University

Bachelor in Arts, Development Studies

Brown University

BA in International Studies

Andrea

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Andrea

Bachelor's
Andrea's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary School Math
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Math

As a native Spanish speaker and passionate educator, I bring over 2 years of tutoring experience with a strong focus on conversational Spanish and cultural fluency. I've worked with learners of all ages and levelsfrom beginners just starting out to students in advanced college courses. At the underg...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor's

Mateo

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Mateo

Doctorate (PhD)
Mateo's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Subject Test in Spanish with Listening
GED
GED Social Studies
CLEP Spanish

Born and raised in Colombia! Fully Fluent in English as well. As a native Spanish speaker, I am eager to help students improve their Spanish reading, writing, and speaking abilities, offering insights into both the language and the rich cultural contexts in which it is used. My background in anthro...

Education

University of Calgary

Doctorate (PhD)

Florida Atlantic University

Master's/Graduate

Marijke

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Marijke

Bachelors, Anthropology
Marijke's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a very passionate learner. I recently graduated from the doctoral program in Anthropology at the University of Arizona. I love what I do and I love to learn. I believe its important to be well-educated on a variety of subjects, to always be learning and open to new experiences, and to speak as ...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelors, Anthropology

Rebecca

Certified Tutor

Rebecca

Bachelors of Arts in English and Philosophy
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade Writing
10th-12th Grade Reading
10th Grade math
Calculus

I am a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelors of Arts in English and Philosophy. At Notre Dame, I worked as a tutor at the University Writing Center, helping both undergraduate and graduate students with their writing. I also tutored local middle school students in reading and wri...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelors of Arts in English and Philosophy

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SAT
1550

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Nicole

Calculus Tutor • +48 Subjects

I am passionate about helping students. I believe that we all are learners and teachers. all of us are readers and writers. I have the ability to share my passion for learning with others, and one of my greatest strengths is building relationships with students which is the corner stone to successful learning and teaching. I believe that there are no bad kids or bad students, it's just that we all have different paths and ways of learning, we all have a different pace. As a teacher i strive to acknowledge that and find ways to support all students, adapting to their needs and paths, meeting them where they are at. It is my job to believe in every single student and help them believe in themselves. When I am not teaching or engaging with students, I like to read, walk, hike, travel, explore, work out, watch my favorite shows. I enjoy playing and watching ice hockey, and I try to go home to visit my family in Italy once a year.

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Miguel

AP Statistics Tutor • +116 Subjects

I am able to travel to most of Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs, and my schedule is flexible. I look forward to finding times that both of us can work together. Best regards, and may you achieve your educational goals.

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Daniel

LSAT 5-Week Prep Class Tutor • +58 Subjects

As a passionate educator with a Doctorate in Philosophy and Science from the University of Padua, I bring over ten years of tutoring experience in subjects including the LSAT, where my focus lies in cultivating analytical skills. My teaching philosophy is deeply student-centered; I strive to connect with each learner's unique perspective, facilitating personalized pathways to their success. Witnessing the moment a student grasps a complex concept is profoundly rewarding for me. My extensive experience, including teaching in diverse settings, has honed my ability to adapt my methods to various learning styles. Outside the classroom, I enjoy traveling and playing chess, interests that complement my approach to teaching by fostering both strategic thinking and creativity. My goal is to empower students with the confidence and analytical rigor they need for outstanding performance on test day and beyond

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Caitlin

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +36 Subjects

I am a rising senior at Duke University who is Pre Med and majoring in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies. I was born and raised in Miami FL and went to public school until college (Sunset Elementary, GW Carver Middle and Coral Reef Senior High for those from Miami). I decided to start tutoring because I would not be on this path had I not had good teachers supporting me along the way. For that reason I want to be able to help others achieve their goals without academics being a huge hurdle.

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Richard

12th Grade math Tutor • +56 Subjects

I am currently a PhD candidate at Northwestern University, studying microbiology and public health (my two biggest passions). I received my Bachelor of Science with high honors from Emory University in 2011, where I double-majored in Biology and Spanish. During my time at Emory, I studied abroad in Australia working on barrier reef and rainforest ecology, and studied in Spain mastering my Spanish language skills. I can read and write Spanish with high proficiency and have tutored Spanish speakers, and received highest scores on the AP Spanish exam with listening. My favorite academic subjects are math and science, and I have received perfect scores on a variety of standardized math exams, including SAT I math, SAT II math IIC subject test, BC calculus AP exam, and the GRE quantitative exam. In addition to tutoring mathematics at all levels, I enjoy tutoring grammar and mechanics, and editing essays. I received the Carlos C. Rojas Excellence in Writing Award from Emory University, and have served on the editorial board for Emory University's undergraduate research journal, as well as have authored peer-reviewed manuscripts at Northwestern University. I have lectured to undergraduate students at Northwestern University in cell biology, and have taught English as a Second Language (ESL) in both a classroom setting and one-on-one. I have a very diverse background of knowledge and have worked in a variety of settings, both academic and in industry, and can meet any of your tutoring needs. I am a very patient person with excellent communication and listening skills who will take the time to get to know each of my tutees. After identifying and recognizing a tutee's own strengths and weaknesses, I can tailor a unique tutoring plan to help each student exceed his or her goals. Hobbies: writing, hiking, reading, cooking, traveling, music, art, travel, books

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Breanne

ACT Reading Tutor • +17 Subjects

I will be graduating this Spring from Virginia Wesleyan University with double degrees in political science with a prelaw track and Hispanic studies. I am passionate about legal studies and have made it my mission to expand the prelaw community on my campus and beyond. I am president of the university's prelaw society and host an LSAT study group, leading dedicated individuals in their LSAT preparation. I am equally passionate about my work in Hispanic studies. I was enrolled in a dual-immersion program and began immersive Spanish education in elementary school. I took the AP Spanish test my freshman year of high school, and while at the university, I have tutored over 45 students in their Spanish classes. I have studied abroad in Spain and intend to continue expanding my academic passion for language and culture. Test-taking is a vital skill to master at both the high school and college levels. I have achieved high scores on the LSAT, ACT, AP Spanish, AP Human Geography, AP Psychology, and AP World History exams, and I hope to help other students achieve the same.

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Robert

ESL/ELL Tutor • +11 Subjects

As a passionate educator with a Doctorate in Spanish and Portuguese from Princeton University and a dissertation on modern Spain, I have nearly a decade's worth of experience in tutoring and classroom instruction, specializing in AP Spanish Language and Literature; Culture, Conversational Spanish, and various levels of Spanish language and literature courses. My teaching philosophy centers around fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to engage with the material and express themselves. I strive to connect with each student by tailoring my approach to their unique learning styles and interests, making language acquisition both enjoyable and effective. Both in and outside of the tutoring space, I am highly accesible and dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals and develop a lifelong appreciation for the Spanish language and culture. In my free time, I enjoy exploring literature and travel, which continually enrich my teaching practice.

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Molly

8th Grade math Tutor • +86 Subjects

I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math and Reading intervention. I have several tools and resources from various curricula to work with and would love to help your students in any elementary or middle school subject area. For the past three years, I have been working as a classroom Teacher in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms, teaching students with a variety of needs. I can also tutor students through high school and college in History and Spanish as I hold degrees in both subjects from Columbia University. I am highly qualified to tutor Writing at all levels - from elementary to adult professional writing - as I have written two distinguished theses as part of my academic training.

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Camilla

Calculus Tutor • +18 Subjects

I am a current law student at Washington University in St. Louis and also graduated summa cum laude from their undergraduate program in 2014. I have dual citizenship with the US and Chile, and my hispanic roots have always been very important to me. I grew up speaking Spanish but have also dedicated a significant portion of my academic studies to Spanish language and literature as well. I am passionate about helping others reach their goals and take pride in helping make the Spanish language and various Spanish-speaking cultures more accessible to anyone willing to learn.

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Caroline

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +41 Subjects

I am currently a fourth year medical student in Chicago. I attended the University of Notre Dame for undergrad, where I was a double major in Chinese and pre-medicine. When I am not studying, I enjoy spending time with family, volunteering, traveling, baking, and being active. I love sharing with others the knowledge and advice I have received in my education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The speaking section requires rapid-fire responses to prompts with minimal preparation time, which is where many students struggle. Tutors work with you on real-time conversation skills, teaching you how to organize thoughts quickly, use varied verb tenses naturally, and recover smoothly from mistakes without losing fluency. Practice with recorded responses and detailed feedback on pronunciation, intonation, and coherence helps you build the confidence and muscle memory needed to perform under pressure on test day.

AP Spanish reading passages test both vocabulary recognition and deep comprehension of nuanced cultural and literary texts. Tutors teach you how to identify main ideas quickly, distinguish between explicit and implicit information, and recognize rhetorical devices—skills that go beyond simple translation. They also help you develop a system for tackling unfamiliar vocabulary in context and managing time effectively across multiple passages, so you're not spending too long on one question.

The AP Spanish writing tasks require you to synthesize information from multiple sources (audio, reading, and personal knowledge) while maintaining academic Spanish. Tutors help you structure essays with clear thesis statements, develop arguments with specific evidence from sources, and write with grammatical accuracy and appropriate register. They provide feedback on common mistakes like anglicized sentence structures, verb tense inconsistencies, and weak transitions—areas where even advanced Spanish speakers often lose points.

Listening comprehension is challenging because you hear authentic Spanish at natural speed with no repetition, and you must understand cultural references, accents, and rapid speech patterns. Tutors expose you to diverse audio sources—interviews, podcasts, news broadcasts—to train your ear for different registers and regional variations. They teach you active listening strategies like identifying key words, predicting content, and managing anxiety, plus how to answer questions even when you miss some details.

Grammar accuracy matters significantly, especially in the writing and speaking sections where errors directly impact your score. Students typically struggle most with subjunctive mood usage (knowing when to trigger it), preterite vs. imperfect distinction in narratives, and ser vs. estar in context. Tutors help you move beyond memorizing rules to understanding when and why you use each structure, using targeted practice and real passages from previous exams so the grammar becomes automatic rather than something you have to think through during the test.

The AP Spanish exam integrates culture throughout—reading passages reference historical events, literary traditions, and social issues from Spanish-speaking countries, and the speaking/writing prompts often ask you to discuss cultural perspectives. You don't need to memorize specific facts, but tutors help you develop familiarity with major cultural themes, historical contexts, and contemporary issues so you can understand passages more deeply and discuss culture authentically in your responses. This contextual knowledge also helps you infer meaning when you encounter unfamiliar vocabulary.

Effective practice test use involves taking full-length exams under timed conditions to build stamina and identify weak areas, then reviewing every single question—not just the ones you missed. Tutors help you analyze patterns in your errors (Are you missing implied information? Struggling with specific grammar? Running out of time?), then target those specific weaknesses with focused drills. They also teach you pacing strategies for each section so you're not rushing through the speaking or writing portions, which directly impacts quality and score.

Most students benefit from 3-4 months of consistent preparation, though students starting from lower proficiency levels may need longer. Realistic improvement depends on your starting point—students with intermediate Spanish might gain 2-3 points on the 5-point scale with focused tutoring, while advanced students often focus on eliminating careless errors to reach a 4 or 5. Tutors work with you to set specific, measurable goals for each section and track progress through practice tests so you can see exactly where you're improving and where you need more work.

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