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5+ years
Talia
A perfect 36 on the ACT means Talia handled every math concept the test could throw at her, from fractions and ratios through algebra and basic trig. She applies that same systematic thinking when tutoring math, breaking multi-step problems into manageable pieces and showing students exactly where t...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

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Kerry
Not every math struggle is actually about math. Kerry's psychology background gives her a sharp eye for the anxiety, avoidance patterns, and confidence gaps that make arithmetic and word problems feel harder than they are. She rebuilds students' relationship with the subject while reinforcing the fu...
William James College
Masters, Professional Psychology
Cornell University
B.A. in Psychology
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Meghan
Meghan's primary world is English and literature — her PhD work in American Literature at UConn is about as far from a math classroom as you can get — but her 32 ACT composite and years of tutoring across subjects like algebra and calculus mean she's genuinely comfortable with the content. What she ...
Cornell University
Bachelor of Arts in English (Minor in Music)
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Not every math tutor comes from a pure STEM background, and that's exactly what makes Marisa effective — she knows what it's like to work hard at math rather than find it effortless. Her 1540 SAT score shows she built real quantitative skills, and she breaks down arithmetic, fractions, and early alg...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors, Writing
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Minor in Business Management
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Rebecca
Rebecca's subject range includes algebra, calculus, and SAT Math — where her 1550 SAT composite speaks to her quantitative ability alongside her humanities strengths. She approaches math by making sure students can explain the reasoning behind each step, not just reproduce a procedure from memory. T...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelors of Arts in English and Philosophy
Certified Tutor
7+ years
From pre-algebra fundamentals through AP Calculus AB, Noel covers a wide math trajectory and knows where the stumbling blocks tend to cluster — fractions-to-decimals conversions for younger learners, variable manipulation for middle schoolers, and limit intuition for calculus students. His 1550 SAT ...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Erica
Erica's pre-dental track required calculus, statistics, and physics-level math, so she's comfortable across the spectrum from basic algebra through derivatives and integrals. She's especially good at translating word problems into equations — a sticking point for many students — because her interdis...
Harvard College
Bachelor in Arts, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
Columbia College of Dental Medicine
Current Grad Student, Predentistry
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Maedeh
From arithmetic fundamentals through calculus, Maedeh covers the full math pipeline and knows where students typically lose the thread — often at the jump from computation to conceptual reasoning. Her 1560 SAT score reflects deep comfort with quantitative problem-solving, and she applies that same p...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
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Lesleigh
While Lesleigh's academic home is English and Classics, she teaches math with the same pattern-recognition instincts she uses for language — showing students that solving an equation is really about following a logical sequence of steps. She's particularly effective with students who think of themse...
UMass Boston
Master of Arts, Classical Studies
Houston Baptist University
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Sydney
Creative writing and math share more DNA than most people think — both demand structured thinking, logical sequencing, and knowing exactly when to break a rule. Sydney's Carnegie Mellon training in creative writing, combined with a 1600 SAT and 35 ACT, means she can dissect a multi-step problem with...
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Certified Tutor
6+ years
While English is Halley's primary expertise, she also tutors math and brings the same structured, step-by-step clarity she uses in essay writing to breaking down word problems and algebraic reasoning. Her approach is especially useful for students who struggle with the language of math — interpretin...
Dartmouth College
Master of Arts in Education
Stanford University
Master of Arts, Education
Dartmouth College
Bachelor of Arts in English (minor in Education)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Michelle
A biomedical engineering PhD demands fluency across nearly every branch of math, from differential equations to linear algebra to statistical modeling. Michelle uses that breadth to connect math concepts to tangible applications — showing, for instance, how exponential functions describe bacterial g...
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northeastern University
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
From simplifying fractions to working through polynomial equations, Andy adapts his explanations to whatever level a student is currently tackling. He earned a 34 ACT composite — which includes a math-heavy section — and tutors across algebra, geometry, and calculus, so he sees how earlier concepts ...
Boston College
Current Undergrad Student, Finance
Certified Tutor
7+ years
From fraction operations in elementary school to derivatives in calculus, Kelly covers the full math spectrum and spots exactly where a gap in earlier concepts is causing trouble with current material. Her dual-degree coursework at Duke was math-heavy, and she earned a 34 ACT, so she's comfortable a...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Zachary
Zachary's background in formal logic — honed through years of studying philosophy at Harvard and preparing for the LSAT — translates directly into the structured reasoning that math demands. He breaks down problems in algebra and arithmetic by teaching students to identify patterns and think step-by...
CUNY City College
Bachelor in Arts, English
Harvard University
Doctor of Philosophy, German
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Math instruction in Boston schools varies across districts, with some using Eureka Math, others using traditional textbooks, and some using integrated approaches. Tutors work with students using whatever curriculum their school uses, helping them understand both the specific methods their teacher emphasizes and the underlying concepts. This ensures students can apply what they learn in tutoring directly to their classroom work and assessments.
Word problems require students to translate language into mathematical operations—a skill that's separate from computation itself. Tutors help students break down word problems step-by-step, identify what information matters, and recognize patterns in problem types. With practice and guided problem-solving strategies, students build confidence and see that word problems are just math concepts dressed up in real-world scenarios.
Showing work isn't just about following rules—it helps students organize their thinking and makes it easier to catch mistakes. Tutors teach students how to write out their reasoning clearly, which actually deepens understanding by forcing them to articulate each step. This skill also prepares students for more advanced math where the process is as important as the answer.
Math anxiety often stems from feeling lost or behind, which creates a cycle of avoidance and falling further behind. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction breaks this cycle by working at a student's pace, celebrating small wins, and building competence gradually. When students experience success solving problems they previously thought were impossible, their confidence and attitude toward math shift dramatically.
Procedural understanding is knowing how to follow steps (like the algorithm for long division), while conceptual understanding is knowing why those steps work and when to use them. Students who only memorize procedures struggle when problems look different or when they need to explain their thinking. Tutors help students build conceptual understanding so they can adapt their knowledge to new situations and see the connections between different math topics.
Multi-step equations require students to manage multiple operations while keeping the equation balanced—it's easy to lose track or make careless errors. Tutors teach students systematic approaches, like isolating variables step-by-step and checking their work, along with strategies for organizing their work visually. Understanding the 'why' behind each step (maintaining balance on both sides) helps students avoid common mistakes and build problem-solving skills they'll use in algebra and beyond.
The jump from arithmetic to graphing and proofs represents a shift from "doing math" to "thinking about math," which is a significant conceptual leap. Tutors help students see how graphs visualize relationships between numbers and how proofs use logical reasoning to explain why something is true. By connecting these abstract concepts to concrete examples and building understanding gradually, students develop the higher-order thinking skills needed for geometry, algebra 2, and beyond.
The first session focuses on understanding where the student is starting from—what they understand well, where they're struggling, and what their learning style is. Tutors assess the student's current level, discuss goals, and may work through a problem or two to get a sense of their thinking process. This foundation helps tutors create a personalized plan that addresses specific gaps and builds on existing strengths.
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