Award-Winning 8th Grade Gifted Tutors
Award-Winning 8th Grade Gifted Tutors
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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
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
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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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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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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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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
ACT Scores
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
ACT Scores
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
SAT Scores
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 ...
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Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology
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I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
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University of Pennsylvania
Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
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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...
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University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts
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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
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
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.
Sami
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +19 Subjects
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer. Hobbies: reading, writing, art, books, music
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
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
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.
Annie
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects
I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.
Pinelopi
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you :)
Matthew
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer in NYC and tackle even the most hard-science of problems with a top-down, big-picture, holistic approach. If you have a propensity to look at problems in a cross- or inter-disciplinary manner (or want to learn how to do so), I'm the tutor for you!
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Gifted 8th graders often struggle with asynchronous development—advanced intellectual abilities paired with age-appropriate social and emotional maturity. They may experience perfectionism, difficulty accepting mistakes, or frustration when concepts don't come instantly. Many also face the challenge of staying engaged in a standard classroom while managing increased academic rigor, social dynamics, and the pressure to maintain their "gifted" identity. Personalized tutoring can address these specific challenges by providing appropriately challenging material, building resilience through productive struggle, and creating a judgment-free space to explore ideas.
Expert tutors working with gifted students need more than subject expertise—they should understand gifted learner psychology, including perfectionism, overexcitability, and the social-emotional needs of advanced learners. Strong qualifications include experience with gifted education, familiarity with differentiation strategies, and the ability to ask Socratic questions that deepen thinking rather than just providing answers. Tutors should also be skilled at recognizing learning gaps that may exist alongside giftedness and adjusting pacing and complexity to match each student's unique profile, not just their grade level.
Gifted students often finish assignments quickly but lack true intellectual challenge, leading to disengagement and behavioral issues. Personalized tutoring provides appropriately complex material, deeper exploration of topics that fascinate them, and the chance to move at their own accelerated pace without waiting for the rest of the class. Tutors can introduce advanced concepts, encourage creative problem-solving, and help students develop metacognitive skills—thinking about their own thinking—which keeps their minds genuinely engaged and prevents the boredom that comes from surface-level repetition.
Perfectionism is extremely common in gifted 8th graders and can actually limit their growth—they avoid challenges where they might struggle or make mistakes. Expert tutors help reframe failure as essential to learning by deliberately introducing appropriately difficult problems, normalizing mistakes, and celebrating the problem-solving process over perfect answers. Through consistent, low-pressure practice with challenging material, students learn that struggle is a sign of growth, not a reflection of their abilities, which builds resilience and willingness to take intellectual risks.
Gifted students can mask learning gaps because their reasoning and problem-solving skills help them compensate or work around weaknesses. For example, a gifted student might excel at math concepts but struggle with basic computational fluency, or have advanced verbal reasoning but weak organizational skills. These gaps often go unnoticed until they hit a wall in more complex coursework. Personalized tutoring identifies and addresses these specific weaknesses while maintaining appropriate challenge in areas of strength, ensuring a solid foundation for high school and beyond.
Yes—tutors can work with students on high school level content, competition math, advanced writing, or deep dives into topics like philosophy, coding, or scientific research. This acceleration addresses the core need of gifted learners: intellectual challenge matched to their ability level. However, effective tutors balance acceleration with ensuring foundational skills are solid and that the student is developmentally ready for the pacing and independence required at higher levels. The goal is sustainable growth, not just moving faster.
Measurable outcomes include improved grades and test scores, but for gifted students, meaningful progress often shows up as increased engagement, willingness to tackle harder problems, reduced anxiety about mistakes, and greater depth of understanding. You might notice your student asking more sophisticated questions, pursuing independent projects, or expressing genuine excitement about learning again. Tutors also help students develop stronger metacognitive awareness—they can articulate why they chose certain strategies, identify their own learning patterns, and take ownership of their intellectual growth rather than relying on natural ability alone.
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