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10+ years
Jacob
The unit circle trips up most trig students because they try to memorize it cold instead of understanding the geometry underneath. Jacob learned trigonometry as a working tool during his astrophysics degree — calculating orbital angles, wave functions, vector components — and he teaches identities a...
New York University
Masters, Playwriting
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelors, Drama and Astrophysics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
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...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
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...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
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 ...
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
Certified Tutor
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...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
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...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Michelle
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...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
Christopher
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...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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Liz
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 ...
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)
Certified Tutor
Charles
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...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
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...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Justin
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...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Certified Tutor
James
I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ingrid
I am exploring my creativity by pursuing a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in Korean, studying abroad in South Korea as a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar, leading workshops that teach 3D printing and CAD for undergraduate students as the president of 3D4E, advocating for the fir...
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Asta
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...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
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Frequently Asked Questions
Many students memorize sine, cosine, and tangent ratios without understanding why they work. A tutor helps you see the underlying patterns—like how these ratios relate to the unit circle and how they apply to real triangles. When you understand the concepts, you can solve unfamiliar problems instead of just repeating memorized steps, and the formulas stick with you long-term.
Word problems require you to translate a real-world scenario into a triangle diagram, identify which trig function to use, and then solve—that's multiple steps where confusion can happen. A tutor breaks this process down, teaching you how to visualize the problem, set up your equation correctly, and check whether your answer makes sense. With practice on different problem types, you'll develop a reliable strategy rather than feeling stuck each time.
Showing work is crucial in trigonometry because it reveals your reasoning and makes it easier to catch errors. A complete solution includes labeling your triangle, stating which trig ratio you're using and why, writing out your equation, and explaining each step. A tutor can review your work and point out where you're skipping steps or making assumptions, helping you develop habits that earn full credit and deepen your understanding.
Graphing sine, cosine, and tangent functions challenges many students because you need to understand amplitude, period, phase shift, and vertical shift all at once. A tutor helps you build these concepts one at a time, showing you how changes to the equation directly affect the graph. By practicing with visual tools and connecting the equation to the shape of the curve, you'll gain the intuition to sketch and analyze trig functions confidently.
Math anxiety often comes from feeling lost or overwhelmed, but personalized 1-on-1 instruction creates a safe space to ask questions and work at your own pace. A tutor identifies exactly where your confusion starts—whether it's angle measures, ratios, or applications—and rebuilds your foundation step by step. As you solve problems successfully and see patterns emerge, your confidence grows naturally.
Yes, tutors understand that different schools use different textbooks and teaching approaches. Whether your school uses Regents-aligned curriculum, Common Core standards, or a specific textbook like Pearson or McGraw-Hill, a tutor can work with your materials and teaching style. They'll also help you understand how concepts connect across different presentations so you're prepared for exams and assessments.
Proofs require you to manipulate trigonometric identities strategically, which feels abstract without guidance. A tutor teaches you common proof techniques—like factoring, finding common denominators, and recognizing when to use key identities—so you develop a toolkit rather than guessing. By working through proofs together and understanding the reasoning behind each step, you'll build the problem-solving skills to tackle unfamiliar identities on tests.
Your first session focuses on understanding where you are right now. A tutor will ask about your background with angles and right triangles, review a few problems you're working on, and listen to what's confusing you most. This helps them create a personalized plan that targets your specific gaps and goals, whether that's preparing for the Regents exam, improving your grade, or building conceptual understanding for calculus ahead.
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