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Kate

Master's/Graduate
2+ years of tutoring

I have 15+ years of teaching experience with students ages 2-14 years old. I am passionate about early childhood education and building the foundation for life long learning. I believe in engaging a...

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Walden University

Master's/Graduate

Jessica

BS
2+ years of tutoring

I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Southern Nevada, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2015. I also earned a minor in Mathematics, which gave me a great f...

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College of Southern Nevada

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Owasif

Bachelor
2+ years of tutoring

Hi! My name is Owasif and I have over 6 years of experience teaching K-5th grade. I'm a dedicated tutor who will put your child's success at the top of my list. I'll ensure every child gets the tutori...

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University of Massachusetts-Boston

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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
1+ years of tutoring

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 mon...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

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Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
9+ years of tutoring

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) ...

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Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

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Jessica

PHD, Medicine
1+ years of tutoring

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I...

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Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

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Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
6+ years of tutoring

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and...

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University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
6+ years of tutoring

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am ...

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University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

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Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
1+ years of tutoring

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have...

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Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

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Samuel

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
6+ years of tutoring

I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. ...

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California Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

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Tony

Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, English, history, and Mandarin Chinese part-time with a DC-based tutoring company. At Yale, I worked as a freshman counselor to provide academic and career advice to incoming freshmen. I have taken both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO.

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +26 Subjects

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Quinn

Calculus Tutor • +17 Subjects

I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I love playing basketball and watching sports, as well as chilling with friends, listening to music, and keeping up with politics and current affairs.

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Sharon

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +29 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classroom with middle-school students who were in approximately the 10th percentile for math (meaning they score lower than 90% of students). One-fourth of those students were able to grow around 15 percentile points by the end of the year! Hobbies: reading, cooking, gardening, music, art, nature, books, writing

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Charles

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +25 Subjects

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! Hobbies: art, books, running, reading, music, writing

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Tiffany

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +56 Subjects

I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.

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Sami

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +19 Subjects

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MaryAnn

Calculus Tutor • +21 Subjects

I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to the nonprofit sector. Hobbies: reading, cooking, writing, books, music, art, travel

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Samantha

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects

I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners! Hobbies: photography, travel, reading, music, writing, running, art, books, traveling

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Zachary

Trigonometry Tutor • +35 Subjects

I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies to excel in both general academics and standardized tests.

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Frequently Asked Questions

First graders most commonly struggle with foundational reading skills—particularly phonemic awareness, blending sounds, and sight word recognition. Math homework challenges typically center on number sense (counting, one-to-one correspondence), addition and subtraction within 10, and word problem comprehension. Many students also find it difficult to follow multi-step directions, organize their work on the page, and manage the transition from play-based learning to structured homework routines. A tutor experienced with 1st grade can identify whether a student's struggle stems from a skill gap or simply needs practice with better strategies.

Reading fluency in 1st grade depends on strong phonics foundations and repeated exposure to decodable texts. A tutor can break down phonetic patterns into manageable chunks, use multisensory techniques (like tracing letters while saying sounds), and provide targeted practice with high-frequency words that don't follow phonetic rules. Consistent, personalized instruction with immediate feedback helps students build confidence and automaticity faster than classroom instruction alone, especially when a child needs more time to process letter-sound relationships.

Number sense in 1st grade means understanding that numbers represent quantities, recognizing patterns, and flexibly thinking about numbers (like knowing 8 can be 5+3 or 4+4). Students who lack this foundation often memorize facts without understanding, leading to struggles with addition and subtraction. Tutors build number sense through concrete manipulatives (blocks, counters, number lines), real-world applications, and games that make quantity relationships visible and engaging. This conceptual understanding becomes the foundation for all future math success.

First graders are still developing executive function skills like sustained attention, task initiation, and self-regulation—so homework independence doesn't happen overnight. Tutors model how to break assignments into smaller steps, use visual checklists, and build stamina through short, focused practice sessions. They also teach students to recognize when they need help versus when they can problem-solve independently, creating confidence and reducing frustration. These metacognitive skills transfer directly to homework completion at home.

By the end of 1st grade, students should write simple sentences with a capital letter and period, form most letters legibly, and use phonetic spelling to communicate ideas. Common struggles include letter formation inconsistency, difficulty organizing thoughts into sentences, and frustration with the physical act of writing. Tutors address these by strengthening fine motor skills through targeted activities, teaching sentence structure through mentor sentences and oral rehearsal, and emphasizing that spelling approximations are developmentally appropriate—focusing first on getting ideas down, then refining mechanics.

Effective 1st grade tutors understand child development, phonics-based reading instruction, and concrete-to-abstract math progression. They should be familiar with foundational literacy frameworks (like the science of reading), know how to use manipulatives and visual supports, and have experience recognizing when a child needs assessment for learning differences. Beyond subject knowledge, great 1st grade tutors are patient, enthusiastic about building confidence, and skilled at adjusting pacing and strategies based on how each child learns best.

Within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, parents typically notice improved phonetic decoding (reading unfamiliar words), increased fluency with sight words, and more confident attempts at math problems. Students often show better homework completion rates, fewer tears or frustration during assignments, and willingness to tackle slightly harder material. By the end of a semester, you should see measurable gains on classroom assessments, improved letter formation consistency, and stronger number sense demonstrated through flexible thinking about quantities—all indicators that foundational skills are solidifying.

Most 1st graders benefit from 1-2 tutoring sessions per week, each 30-45 minutes long, depending on the skill gaps and learning pace. This frequency allows for consistent practice without overwhelming a young learner, and tutoring sessions should complement (not duplicate) classroom homework. The goal is to accelerate foundational skill development so the student can access classroom instruction more successfully, gradually reducing tutoring frequency as independence grows. A tutor will adjust the schedule based on your child's progress and specific needs.

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