Award-Winning Reading Tutors
serving St. Paul, MN

When a student says they "don't get" a passage, Kari digs into what's actually tripping them up — unfamiliar vocabulary, complex sentence structure, or trouble identifying the author's main claim. She teaches active reading strategies like annotation and summarization that turn passive skimming into genuine comprehension. Her 5.0 rating speaks to how well that approach clicks with students.

I am back in the United States, I work at Children's Defense Fund as the Youth Programs Associate. In my free time, I like to hike with my dog, read, and cook!

I am a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota, with a Bachelor's of Science in mathematics and computer science, and a current graduate student at the University of Illinois in mathematics. I am most passionate about mathematics, and I love helping others learn and master the subject. In the past, I have tutored Calculus 1 and 2 and helped prepare students for the ACT. However, I am available to tutor any math subject as well as computer science. In my free time, I enjoy reading philosophy, going on bike rides, and discussion.

I'm originally from New York City, but have been living in Minneapolis, Minnesota for the past 12 years. I'm thrilled to be back in NYC as a pre-med and Comparative Literature student at Columbia University. I completed my high school career at St. Paul Academy and Summit School, a small prep-school with a heavy emphasis on writing and discussion. I worked as the editor of my high school's national and state award-winning newsmagazine, The Rubicon, and have closely edited hundreds of drafts, worked one-on-one with a staff of 26 editors and writers (ages 15-18), and written a few articles too in between it all! I'm happiest learning and sharing my knowledge with people of all ages.

I'm a fourth year veterinary student at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. I graduated from SUNY Binghamton University in May 2019, with a BA in Biology, and a minor in Biological Anthropology.

Whether a student struggles with inference questions, vocabulary in context, or simply maintaining focus through dense passages, Kushal teaches active reading strategies that turn passive skimming into real comprehension. He often uses short, high-interest nonfiction passages — including science writing — to build stamina and confidence before tackling longer texts.

Stronger reading starts with knowing what to do when a passage stops making sense — how to reread strategically, identify context clues, and distinguish main ideas from supporting details. Danny teaches these active reading techniques explicitly, giving students tools they can apply to everything from standardized test passages to dense textbook chapters. His 1450 SAT reflects the kind of careful reading comprehension he builds in his sessions.

A counseling psychology background gives Brita an unusual edge when it comes to reading — she understands how attention, motivation, and processing speed shape the way a student interacts with a page, not just whether they know the vocabulary. She uses that lens to tailor comprehension strategies to each reader's habits, whether that means building stamina for longer passages or teaching someone to pause and summarize after each paragraph. Rated 4.8 by students.

Every day at a Minneapolis school, Kelly works one-on-one with students on reading comprehension — decoding unfamiliar vocabulary, identifying main ideas, and making inferences from context. That daily classroom experience means he quickly spots the specific skill gaps holding a reader back and knows which strategies actually move the needle.

An English and Global Studies double major means Steve spent undergrad toggling between literary analysis and the kind of dense, context-heavy nonfiction — policy briefs, cultural critiques, international case studies — where you have to reconstruct an author's argument across unfamiliar territory. That cross-genre fluency shows up in how he teaches reading: breaking down how a passage is structured, what the writer assumes you already know, and where to slow down when the material gets thick. His 32 ACT and 4.6 rating speak to the approach.

Stronger reading starts with knowing what to do when a passage doesn't click on the first pass — how to identify a main argument, track supporting evidence, and distinguish fact from inference. Courtney, who scored a 34 on the ACT, applies those same active-reading strategies whether a student is tackling standardized test passages or assigned chapters for class. She adapts her approach based on what's actually causing the breakdown, whether it's vocabulary, pacing, or comprehension of complex sentence structures.

Engineering textbooks punish sloppy reading — one misread variable definition or skipped qualifier in a problem statement can derail an entire solution. Colleen's biomedical engineering training at Arizona State built that kind of precision into how she reads, and she brings it to students who need practice slowing down, extracting key details, and making sure they actually understand a passage before moving on.

Stronger reading starts with knowing what to do when comprehension breaks down — how to use context clues for unfamiliar vocabulary, how to distinguish main ideas from supporting details, and how to annotate actively instead of passively skimming. Samantha builds these strategies into every session so students carry them into any text they encounter, from standardized test passages to classroom assignments.

Literary analysis is where Sarah lights up — she's the kind of reader who catches the shift in tone halfway through a chapter and can explain exactly how the author set it up three pages earlier. Her genetics coursework at the University of Minnesota means she's also comfortable walking students through dense nonfiction, teaching them to pull key claims from passages that feel overwhelming at first glance. Rated 5.0 by students.

Strong readers don't just decode words — they predict, question, and connect what they're reading to what they already know. Naomi teaches these active reading strategies explicitly, whether a student is working through a chapter book or a dense nonfiction passage. Her own background as a writer and avid reader means she can model the kind of thinking that turns reading from a chore into a skill.

Engineering textbooks and technical documentation don't forgive sloppy reading — Alexander's aerospace training at the University of Minnesota meant parsing dense material where misreading one variable or skipping a conditional clause could derail an entire problem. He brings that precision to reading sessions, teaching students how to slow down, track what a sentence is actually saying, and build the kind of deliberate comprehension habits that work across fiction and nonfiction alike. Rated 5.0 by students.

Reading is one of Oreoluwa's core passions, and she approaches it by teaching students to actively interrogate a text — identifying author's purpose, making inferences from context clues, and distinguishing main ideas from supporting details. Her experience tutoring across age groups means she can calibrate difficulty on the fly, whether a student is tackling dense nonfiction or building fluency with longer passages.

Comprehension isn't just answering questions at the end of a chapter — it's making inferences, identifying main ideas, and connecting what's on the page to what a reader already knows. Nicki teaches these strategies explicitly, drawing on her master's in elementary education and years of daily guided reading instruction in her fifth grade classroom.

I am unsure exactly what I want to study, I will likely explore Public Policy, Political Science, and Symbolic Systems. I also graduated from the University of Minnesota Talented Youth Math Program (UMTMYP) in 10th grade where I studied up through Linear Algebra and Multivariable Calculus. With a teacher for a mother, I have been raised appreciating and understanding the value of education. I love tutoring and have been doing it for many years. I started a tutoring program at an inner-city charter school to mentor and teach underserved students ranging from K-12. Additionally, I have worked as an independent tutor for students. I can tutor for a variety of subjects, especially standardized tests and math. As a recent high school graduate, I know the college application and testing process well and can help explain and guide in what often seems overwhelming. I have also been tutored myself, so I know the value of a great tutor and hope to provide that for others. As a tutor, I want to create an environment of learning, excitement, and joy. Outside of school, I enjoy playing tennis, longboarding, and exploring the beautiful lakes of Minnesota!

I am an avid classical pianist, EMT, swimmer, and tinkerer. I love explaining things and paying forward my knowledge to those around me!

I am a Dartmouth College senior majoring in Computer Science and Digital Arts with several years of tutoring/mentoring experience. I have achieved scores in the 99th percentile for both the ACT and SAT prior to college. While in high school (St. Paul Academy graduate), I spent my time volunteering at the homeless shelter, helping out with their daycare and tutoring children. Nowadays, I spend most of my tutor hours helping students with the ACT, editing college essays, or imparting some admission-worthy wisdom.

I'm a freshman here at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. I graduated from Wayzata High, and I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's of Science in neuroscience. At the University, I'm usually in class, studying, hanging out with my friends, or at club meetings! In my free time, I love to breakdance, write poetry, debate politics and economics, and participate in practically every nerdy endeavor possible (huge Star Wars fan!!). I love to talk and will talk your ear off if you let me! I love trying new things, exploring the city, and traveling. My teaching philosophy is that teaching is a responsibility and a privilege; I'll put 110% into teaching if you put the same effort into learning. With hard work and patience, anything is possible!

I am an educator and artist with a passion for languages. I have experience teaching in both Minneapolis and Paris, and I have tutored in K-12 core subject matters - math, science, language arts, and social studies. I have my Master's of Education from the University of Minnesota in Second Languages and Cultures with a narrow focus on English as a Second Language. I am fluent in French and have an intermediate level in Spanish and Arabic. My main goals when working with students is to meet them where they are at in their learning, as well as use creative ways to make knowledge accessible. When I'm not teaching, I am spending time outside, reading up and working on anti-oppression, and watching movies. I am also a novice herbalist and astrologer, and hope to dedicate more time in learning about our plan(t)cestors and how they help with healing.

I'm more likely to give an answer quickly when a teacher asks a question if I have a habit of properly attuned instincts. So, if I want your confidence to grow, I need to redirect the water your instincts flow through to the proper conduits of careful thinking.

I'm a freshman Economics and Math double major at Carleton College. I specialize in ACT Prep and various other economics courses prep. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, and listening to music. I look forward to working with you!

I am a class of 2015 graduate of Boston College. I have been brought to the world of tutoring because of my desire to help students through the stressful time of taking those big scary standardized tests. Both the ACT and the SAT gave me a large amount of anxiety when I was a junior in high school and I want to help other students through this process. This desire brought me to tutor kids in the local Boston high schools while I was in college and now I have taken my talents to the Twin Cities.

I am working as a Special Education Social Worker in Minneapolis. My experience includes a wide range of subjects and abilities but some of my strongest subjects are reading, writing social studies, and study skills. I think learning should be a fun and encouraging experience and look forward to making learning fun for my clients.

I am well read and prepared to help students with grammar questions and problems with pronunciation, phonology, jargon, and speech pathology. I possess extraordinary negotiating and organizational skills and a high level of critical and creative thinking with more than ten years in local and global project management.

I am a graduate student living in New York and have been tutoring and teaching test prep classes for the past several years. I love working with students to help them gain confidence and understanding in subjects that have been giving them trouble, and I strive to make learning the most positive and enjoyable experience possible!

I am a current veterinary student and lifelong lover of science, literature and learning. My background is primarily in biology and the life sciences, and in addition to my veterinary program, I also work as part of a research team in comparative oncology that develops treatments for cancer that benefit both humans and animals. I am passionate about increasing public understanding of science, and am happy to work with students of any level of science education.

I'm excited to work with students and to facilitate their learning and school engagement. I have graduated recently enough to remember what school and class are like. It's an exciting time in life, but it can bring challenges too, at any level of education. That's why I'm here to collaborate with any students who can benefit from my tutoring. I hope to show clarity, professionalism, and respect in helping students master their work and continue to feel eager about learning.

I'm experienced in and passionate about (especially computer skills, Python, and math) with others. I try to convey the principles and thought process that are the basis of my own understanding of the subject, not just rules to follow or things to memorize. Being able to explain your answer is even more important than simply getting it right! My tutoring style is personalized, with plenty of examples and frequent knowledge checks to ensure I and my student(s) are in sync. In my spare time I enjoy cycling, skiing, woodworking, reading, and vacationing to Lake Superior.

I'm dedicated to critical thought and careful, clear writing. In my independent written work, I focus on issues of political economy, critical theory, and the social and political impacts of technology. I recently also have begun to work on a science fiction novel. In tutoring, I hope to encourage students to approach writing and language with ease and technical competence. I have extensive experience in many academic areas, and can help develop skills for large research projects, short essays, standardized test taking, and everything in between. Nothing is too complex to be broken down clearly and mastered!

I am currently a senior at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and I am double majoring in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development and French. I am pre-med, so I do hope to go to medical school next year and am currently in the process of applying. I graduated from Hinsdale Central High School in 2012, and there I was a member of the National Honors Society which was my first experience with tutoring. I am currently a volunteer at the University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital, and I help patients and siblings with homework and reading there, as well.

I am an Economics and Political Science major at the University of Minnesota. In addition to being a tutor at Grade Potential, I work as a debate coach at Como Park High School in St. Paul. I have previously worked as volunteer tutor at East Side Neighborhood Services and as a Resident Assistant at the University of Michigan Summer Debate Institute. This summer I will also be working with high school students at the Minnesota Debate and Advocacy Workshop.

I am a senior undergraduate student at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities studying Genetics, Cell Biology and Development. After graduation, I will attend medical school (where is still being determined), where my goal is to become an academic physician who both cares for patients and educates residents and medical students. My favorite subjects are biology and chemistry, but I enjoy physics and humanities courses as well. My teaching experience includes teaching and tutoring summer school math (and doing some test prep work) to high school students in Rochester, MN. I also have given saxophone lessons. I love teaching, and I believe strongly in active, problem based learning. For science courses, I have considerable experience working in two cancer research labs, so I can help put that material in a real-world context. Outside of academics, I love playing and listening to music (I play jazz and blues saxophone), watching sports of all kinds, and playing basketball, golf and racquetball.

I am particularly passionate about math as well as standardized test prep. I studied math on a double-accelerated track throughout middle school and high school, covering math from algebra to multivariable calculus. Aside from teaching academic subjects, I am also trained in playing the piano and violin, having taken lessons for piano from the ages of 4 to 18 and playing violin in my school orchestra from 5th to 12th grade. I love working with students to improve their skills in an area of study, and my favorite part is getting to see them gain confidence in themselves and their own abilities!

I am a third-year student at Bethel University, studying to receive my Bachelor's degree in Mathematics Education for grades 5-12. I have worked as a teacher's assistant for 5 semesters, and have been an individual tutor as well. I've always been passionate about learning and teaching, and never pass up an opportunity to help a friend out with their homework. I had the opportunity to observe a British secondary school during my study abroad term this past January, which I found to be an enjoyable and enlightening experience. I am a firm believer that education is of critical importance in both personal development and becoming an influential person in this world. In my free time, you could find me singing in Bethel's top choir, or talking with a friend over a cup of coffee.

I am a physics and chemistry major finishing my senior year of undergrad. After graduation, I plan to pursue a graduate degree in biomedical engineering.

I am currently pursuing my M.S. in Geographic Information Science at Saint Mary's University. As a tutor in numerous subjects, my love for lifelong learning and intellectual growth has inspired me to assist others not only in understanding concepts, but finding ways to enjoy thinking about them as well. Furthermore, doing well in school can be a big boost to one's confidence, and I love seeing the benefits of such among my students.