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Julie

Certified Tutor

Julie

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Julie's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Math
9th-12th Grade Writing
9th-12th Grade Reading
AP Statistics

Pursuing a statistics and machine learning certificate at Princeton alongside her philosophy degree means Julie regularly works with the probability, combinatorics, and matrix operations that finite mathematics courses are built around — but her philosophy training also sharpens the logical reasonin...

Education

Princeton University

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Test Scores
SAT
1570
Esteban

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Esteban

Masters in Education
Esteban's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Middle School Math

Teaching gifted students daily means Esteban regularly adapts math concepts for learners who move fast but sometimes skip over foundational reasoning — a habit that causes real trouble in finite mathematics when a counting problem demands careful distinction between ordered and unordered selections....

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education

Harvard University

Bachelors in Math

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Victor

Masters, Applied Mathematics
Victor's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

Victor's applied mathematics master's work means topics like matrix operations, linear programming, and probability aren't isolated textbook chapters for him — they're tools he's used repeatedly in modeling and optimization contexts. He's especially sharp at unpacking the algebra behind systems of i...

Education

Brown University

Masters, Applied Mathematics

Stony Brook University

Bachelors, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1450

Certified Tutor

Ken

Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
Ken's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra

Ken's master's in applied mathematics means he's worked with matrix operations, optimization models, and probability at a level well beyond what a finite mathematics course requires — so he can quickly pinpoint where a student's reasoning breaks down in a linear programming tableau or a Markov chain...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Applied Mathematics

New York University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1520

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Adlai

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Adlai's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Calculus
Algebra

I'm a chemical engineering PhD student at NYU. I love to help people learn and hope to be a professor one day!

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Amy

Bachelors, Neuroscience
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra
Trigonometry

Most finite mathematics students hit a wall not on the computation but on figuring out how to set up the problem — especially in probability and counting units where a single misread changes the entire approach. Amy's neuroscience training required heavy coursework in statistics and mathematical mod...

Education

Middlebury College

Bachelors, Neuroscience

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

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

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

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Finite Mathematics focuses on mathematical concepts with real-world applications, including logic, set theory, probability, statistics, and linear programming—without calculus. It's particularly valuable for students in business, economics, and social sciences, helping them develop problem-solving skills for practical decision-making scenarios they'll encounter in college and careers.

Many Brooklyn schools offer Finite Mathematics as an alternative to or complement to traditional Algebra II or Pre-Calculus sequences, especially for students pursuing non-STEM majors. With over 800 schools across Brooklyn's 103 school districts, curriculum approaches vary—some emphasize applied problem-solving while others focus on theoretical foundations. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand your specific school's approach and can align instruction with your coursework.

Word problems require translating real-world scenarios into mathematical language—a skill that goes beyond procedural computation. Many students struggle because they haven't developed the habit of breaking problems into steps: identifying what's given, what's being asked, and which mathematical tools apply. Personalized tutoring helps you build a systematic approach to word problems, recognizing patterns across different problem types so you can tackle unfamiliar scenarios with confidence.

True understanding comes from seeing why formulas work and how concepts connect to each other. Rather than drilling procedures, expert tutors ask guiding questions that help you discover patterns—like understanding why probability rules work the way they do, or how linear programming relates to real constraints. This deeper comprehension makes it easier to solve novel problems and retain what you've learned long after the test.

Showing work demonstrates your reasoning process and helps teachers identify where misconceptions occur—it's not just a grading requirement. When you work with a tutor, they can see exactly how you're thinking about problems, spot gaps in logic, and help you develop clearer mathematical communication. This skill is essential for college-level math and for explaining your reasoning in exams where partial credit depends on your work, not just your final answer.

Math anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or not understanding concepts deeply enough. Working with a tutor builds genuine confidence by helping you master material at your own pace, practice problem-solving strategies, and develop a growth mindset about challenges. As you experience success solving problems you once found intimidating, test anxiety typically decreases because you're approaching exams with real preparation and understanding, not just hope.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong backgrounds in Finite Mathematics and understand how to teach it effectively. When you reach out, you can discuss your specific needs—whether you're struggling with probability, linear programming, or exam preparation—and get matched with someone experienced in those areas. Tutors work with you to understand your learning style and adapt their teaching accordingly.

Your first session is about building a foundation for success. A tutor will assess your current understanding, identify specific areas where you're struggling, and learn about your learning preferences. You'll discuss your goals—whether that's improving a grade, preparing for an exam, or developing deeper conceptual understanding—so the tutor can create a personalized plan that addresses your unique needs.

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