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Sam

Certified Tutor

Sam

Bachelor of Arts in Economics and History (minor in Art History)
Sam's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

Years of coaching student-athletes through Boston's Scholar Athletes Program taught Sam that academic success often comes down to habits, not talent — things like active recall, time-blocking, and knowing how to break a large assignment into manageable pieces. He builds personalized study systems ar...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Arts in Economics and History (minor in Art History)

Luke

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Luke

Masters, New Testament
Luke's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade math
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Geometry

Knowing the material is only half the battle — students also need systems for organizing notes, managing time, and preparing for exams without last-minute panic. Luke breaks down study strategies into concrete, repeatable habits: active recall techniques, schedule-building, and methods for identifyi...

Education

Yale University

Masters, New Testament

Davidson College

Bachelors, English

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Frank

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Frank

Masters in Business Administration, Business
Frank's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Trigonometry
Statistics

Most students don't struggle because the material is too hard — they struggle because no one taught them how to organize their time, take effective notes, or review strategically before an exam. Frank, who has tutored over thirty students across subjects ranging from AP Statistics to graduate-level ...

Education

Stanford University

Masters in Business Administration, Business

Benjamin

Certified Tutor

Benjamin

Master of Arts, Linguistics
Benjamin's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in Spanish with Listening

Knowing how to study is different from just putting in hours, and Benjamin tackles that gap by teaching concrete strategies — active recall, spaced repetition, annotation methods, and how to break large assignments into manageable pieces. As someone who has taught introductory university courses at ...

Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Master of Arts, Linguistics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Saad

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Saad

Bachelor of Science, Finance
Saad's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra
IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches

Transferring between universities taught Saad firsthand how to adapt study systems when the environment changes completely. He teaches concrete techniques — spaced repetition for memorization-heavy courses, active recall over passive rereading, and weekly planning that accounts for energy levels, no...

Education

Mercy College

Bachelor of Science, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Dexter

Certified Tutor

Dexter

PHD, Law
Dexter's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Earning three bachelor's degrees and a PhD in Law required Dexter to develop serious systems for managing workload, retaining dense material, and prioritizing under pressure. He teaches those same techniques — active recall, spaced repetition, time-blocking — so students can apply them across every ...

Education

Fordham University

PHD, Law

Princeton University

Bachelors

Maureen

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Maureen

Master of Arts Teaching, Spanish Education
Maureen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

Earning two master's degrees while juggling language study abroad required Maureen to develop concrete systems for managing reading loads, organizing notes, and retaining large amounts of material across subjects. She walks students through techniques like active recall, spaced repetition, and struc...

Education

Manhattanville College

Master of Arts Teaching, Spanish Education

Villanova University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Joseph

Certified Tutor

Joseph

Bachelors, Psychology & Creative Writing
Joseph's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Reading

Most study skills advice is generic — "make flashcards, review your notes" — but Joseph digs into the specific habits that are actually costing a student time. His Psychology coursework covers how memory, attention, and motivation work at a cognitive level, which means he can explain why spaced repe...

Education

CUNY Brooklyn College

Bachelors, Psychology & Creative Writing

Test Scores
SAT
1450
Stella

Certified Tutor

Stella

Bachelor's
Stella's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

Stella builds every session around active recall — ending with targeted quizzes that force retrieval rather than passive re-reading. This approach trains students to organize notes, prioritize material, and self-test effectively, which transfers directly to how they prepare for exams on their own. R...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1460
Gregg

Certified Tutor

13+ years

Gregg

Masters, Math
Gregg's other Tutor Subjects
10th-11th Grade math
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Trigonometry

Knowing the material is only half the battle — knowing how to organize it, review it, and recall it under pressure is the other half. Gregg teaches concrete techniques like spaced repetition scheduling, active recall practice, and breaking large assignments into timed work blocks. His experience acr...

Education

CUNY Lehman College

Masters, Math

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Whether you need homework help, exam prep, or want to get ahead, our Study Skills tutors are ready to help.

Common challenges include gaps from earlier material, difficulty with specific concepts, and trouble applying learning to new problems. These issues can snowball quickly in Study Skills.

A tutor identifies where you're stuck, fills in gaps, and provides targeted practice. The 1-on-1 format means you get help exactly where you need it.

Tutors work with your student's actual coursework—homework assignments, class notes, and upcoming tests. This keeps tutoring directly relevant to what's happening in the classroom.

When you share information about your student's school and curriculum, we can match you with a tutor who has relevant experience.

All tutors complete background checks, credential verification, and teaching evaluation. Many of our Study Skills tutors hold advanced degrees or have years of teaching experience.

You can review tutor profiles to find someone with the right background for your student's level and needs.

Many students see improved grades within a few weeks, along with better understanding of Study Skills concepts and more confidence tackling challenging material.

Tutors track progress and adjust their approach to ensure continued improvement.

Most students benefit from 1-2 sessions per week. More frequent sessions help if your student is significantly behind or has an important exam coming up.

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Your tutor will assess where your student is, discuss goals, and start working on priority areas. Most students bring current homework or upcoming test material to focus on.

By the end, you'll have a clear sense of how the tutor can help and a plan for moving forward.

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