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Kathleen

Certified Tutor

Kathleen

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Kathleen's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Multivariable Calculus
Trigonometry

The unit circle tends to be where trigonometry either clicks or collapses for students, and everything afterward — identities, inverse functions, the law of cosines — depends on that foundation. Kathleen approaches trig by building the logic behind each identity rather than asking students to memori...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
35
Rachel

Certified Tutor

15+ years

Rachel

Bachelor in Arts, Women and Gender Studies
Rachel's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Geometry
Calculus

The unit circle tends to be the make-or-break moment in trigonometry, and Rachel treats it as a map rather than a memorization exercise. She walks students through how sine, cosine, and tangent relate to actual geometric relationships, then builds outward to identities and inverse functions so each ...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor in Arts, Women and Gender Studies

Test Scores
ACT
31

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Solange

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Solange's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking

I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Current Grad Student, M.D.
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...

Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, M.D.

Rice University

Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

Asta

Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Asta's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts in Political Science

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Justin

Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
SSAT- Upper Level

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue en...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Henry

Bachelor in Arts, History
Henry's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Environmental Science
PSAT Writing Skills

I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1530

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Frequently Asked Questions

Many students struggle with the transition from memorizing trig ratios to understanding when and why to use them—especially in word problems and real-world applications. Other frequent pain points include graphing sine and cosine functions, working with unit circles, and understanding how angles in different quadrants affect trig values. A personalized approach helps students see the connections between these concepts rather than treating them as isolated formulas.

Your first session focuses on understanding where you are right now—what concepts feel solid, where you're getting stuck, and what your specific goals are (acing the next test, building foundational understanding, preparing for precalculus, etc.). Tutors will work through a few problems with you to identify patterns in your thinking and develop a personalized plan that addresses your unique learning style and pace.

One of the biggest shifts in trigonometry is moving from just getting the right answer to clearly communicating how you got there. Tutors help you develop the habit of writing out each step, explaining your reasoning, and understanding why each step matters—skills that are essential for both tests and building real conceptual understanding. This approach also makes it easier to catch your own mistakes and builds the problem-solving confidence you'll need in advanced math courses.

Yes. St. Louis schools use various textbooks and approaches to teaching trigonometry, and tutors are experienced working across different curricula. Whether your course emphasizes unit circle definitions, right triangle ratios, or a blend of both, tutors can align their instruction with what you're learning in class while also helping you see the bigger picture of how these approaches connect.

Word problems require you to translate real-world situations into trig equations—a skill that feels abstract without guidance. Tutors teach you a systematic approach: identifying what you know, what you're solving for, which trig ratio or function applies, and how to set up and solve the equation. By working through multiple problems with feedback, you'll start recognizing patterns and building the confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems independently.

Math anxiety often stems from feeling lost or behind, which personalized instruction directly addresses. Working one-on-one means you can ask questions without pressure, move at your own pace, and celebrate small wins as you master each concept. As you start understanding the 'why' behind trigonometry rather than just memorizing formulas, you'll likely find the subject feels less intimidating and more logical.

Graphing sine, cosine, and tangent functions requires understanding amplitude, period, phase shift, and vertical shift—concepts that are easier to grasp when you see them visually and can ask questions in real time. Tutors help you connect the equation to the graph, understand how changing parameters affects the shape, and develop strategies for sketching and analyzing trig functions accurately.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong trigonometry backgrounds and experience helping students in the St. Louis area. You'll be matched based on your specific needs, learning style, and availability, and you can start personalized instruction right away. The process is straightforward—just let us know what you're working on and what your goals are.

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