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Benjamin
I am 46 years old, and I am committed to helping myself and others to understand the world. I love music, and I love words. People are pretty great, too.
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2+ years
Ahsan
I'm a passionate tutor who makes learning clear, engaging, and enjoyable across all subjects. By breaking down complex ideas into simple steps, I help students build confidence and truly understand what they're learning. My approach is adaptable to each student's needs, ensuring lessons stay interac...
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Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Zachary
As a certified teacher in Kansas with a Master's degree in Special Education, I have over 2 years of tutoring experience and more than 5 years in the classroom. My passion lies in fostering a supportive learning environment where students can thrive in subjects like elementary and middle school math...
Fort Hays State University
Master's/Graduate
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Katie
I am a self motivated, honest, loyal, and dependable educator. Mutual respect is role modeled, taught, and expected. I love showing students that writing and reading can be interesting and there are skills and processes, they can learn to help them become even better writers and readers. If given th...
Regent University
Master's/Graduate
Christopher Newport University
Bachelors
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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 became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
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) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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Kate
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 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
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Erika
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 a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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 looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
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 I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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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.
Earnest
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +26 Subjects
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!
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.
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!
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
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
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.
Samuel
AP Calculus AB Tutor • +29 Subjects
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. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice president of my school's NHS chapter where I ran our tutoring program, and I, myself, tutored. I also was a teaching assistant in the summer of 2020 for a class in discrete mathematics through a program called PACT (Program in Algorithmic and Combinatorial Thinking). I love learning and hope to make the process enjoyable for you!
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
After-school students often struggle with time management between academics and enrichment activities, maintaining focus during extended learning hours, and transitioning between different instructional styles. Many students also face challenges with homework completion when they're already mentally fatigued from a full school day, or difficulty engaging with subjects that require sustained concentration in a group setting. Personalized tutoring addresses these challenges by allowing students to work at their own pace during optimal learning windows and receive targeted support for the specific subjects or skills causing frustration.
Effective after-school tutors need strong subject expertise across core academics (math, reading, writing, science) along with the ability to adapt instruction for students who may be tired or less engaged after a full school day. They should have experience working with diverse learners, understand child development and motivation strategies, and be skilled at breaking complex concepts into manageable pieces. Additionally, great after-school tutors are organized, patient, and able to build rapport quickly—essential skills when working with students who may be resistant to additional academic support.
After-school tutoring works best when it incorporates interactive, hands-on learning strategies that feel different from traditional classroom instruction. Tutors can use games, real-world applications, and project-based activities to make subjects more engaging for students who are experiencing afternoon fatigue. Personalized instruction also allows tutors to connect lessons to a student's interests and learning style, which significantly boosts motivation and retention compared to group after-school settings where instruction is one-size-fits-all.
Many students arrive at after-school programs overwhelmed by homework or unsure how to approach assignments independently. A tutor can teach students effective homework strategies—like breaking assignments into steps, checking work systematically, and identifying when to ask for help—rather than simply providing answers. This builds academic independence and confidence, so students develop skills they can apply to future assignments without constant adult support.
Yes—after-school tutoring is ideal for addressing gaps in foundational skills like reading fluency, math computation, or writing mechanics that may have been missed or under-taught during regular school hours. Because tutors can diagnose exactly where a student's understanding breaks down and target instruction to those specific areas, students often catch up faster than they would in a classroom setting. Regular after-school sessions also provide consistent reinforcement, which is critical for students who struggle with retention or need more practice to master new concepts.
Progress in after-school tutoring shows up in concrete ways: improved homework completion rates, higher grades on assignments and tests, increased confidence when tackling new material independently, and better behavior during academic tasks. Students often demonstrate progress within 4-6 weeks through improved focus, faster problem-solving, and reduced frustration when encountering challenging work. Parents and teachers typically notice these shifts quickly because after-school tutoring provides consistent, focused support that compounds over time.
Group after-school programs serve many students with varying needs, making it difficult for instructors to address individual learning gaps or adjust pacing. Personalized tutoring allows a tutor to focus entirely on one student's specific challenges, learning style, and goals—whether that's building confidence in math, improving reading comprehension, or developing better study habits. This one-on-one approach means students get immediate feedback, can ask questions without feeling rushed, and receive instruction calibrated to their exact skill level rather than the average of the group.
Math and reading are the most common areas where after-school students need support, as these foundational skills underpin success in all other subjects. However, science, writing, and social-emotional skills like organization and time management also benefit significantly from personalized instruction. The best approach is to identify where a student is struggling most—whether that's computational fluency, reading comprehension, or the ability to organize thoughts for writing—and target tutoring to those specific areas for maximum impact.
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