Award-Winning Middle School Math Tutors
serving Akron, OH
Award-Winning
Middle School Math
Tutors in Akron
Private 1-on-1 tutoring, weekly live classes for academic support, test prep & enrichment, practice tests and diagnostics, and more to elevate grades and test scores.
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Certified to teach math in grades 6-12, Jane has experience adapting lessons for a wide range of learners, including students with IEPs and those still building English fluency. She tackles the full middle school math landscape — ratios, proportional reasoning, intro to linear equations — by connecting each concept to problems students can visualize. Her 4.9 rating speaks to how well that approach lands.

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 subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
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 electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.
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 at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
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 towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.
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 my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
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 describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!
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 Medicine.
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 campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
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 tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.
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 Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
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.
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Middle school math shifts from learning procedures (like how to divide) to understanding why those procedures work. Students move from concrete examples to abstract thinking, learning algebra concepts, graphing, and geometric reasoning. This transition can feel challenging because it requires deeper problem-solving skills, but personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps students build conceptual understanding at their own pace rather than just memorizing steps.
Word problems require students to translate real-world scenarios into mathematical equations—a skill that combines reading comprehension, math reasoning, and strategic thinking. Many students focus on finding the "right answer" without understanding what the problem is asking. A tutor can help students break down word problems into manageable steps, identify key information, and develop problem-solving strategies that build confidence and long-term success.
Math anxiety often stems from feeling rushed or confused in a classroom setting. Personalized instruction creates a judgment-free space where students can ask questions, work through mistakes, and build confidence at their own pace. Tutors help students see that struggle is part of learning, celebrate small wins, and develop a growth mindset that transforms anxiety into curiosity and confidence.
Showing work reveals the thinking process behind the answer, helping teachers identify where misconceptions happen and students understand their own reasoning. It's not just about getting the right answer—it's about building mathematical communication skills and ensuring students can explain their thinking. A tutor can help students organize their work clearly and develop the habit of explaining each step, which deepens understanding and improves grades.
Graphing and equations require students to connect abstract algebraic symbols to visual representations—a conceptual leap that many find difficult. Tutors use multiple approaches like manipulatives, real-world examples, and step-by-step practice to help students see the relationship between equations and graphs. This builds the pattern recognition skills that make algebra and higher math more accessible.
The first session focuses on understanding your student's strengths, challenges, and learning style. A tutor will assess where gaps might exist, discuss specific topics causing difficulty (like multi-step equations or fractions), and create a personalized plan. This foundation ensures that all future sessions are tailored to your student's needs and goals.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors experienced in various middle school math curricula and approaches. Whether your student's school uses a specific textbook or teaching method, a tutor can align their instruction with what's happening in the classroom while also filling knowledge gaps and building deeper understanding. This coordination between tutoring and classroom learning maximizes progress.
Many students memorize procedures without seeing how different math concepts connect. Personalized instruction helps students explore relationships between topics—like how fractions, decimals, and percentages are related, or how graphing connects to solving equations. When students understand these patterns, math becomes less about memorization and more about logical thinking, making new topics easier to learn.
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