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Alexander
Getting multiplication facts or long division right matters less than understanding why those operations work the way they do. Alexander teaches younger learners to reason about place value, basic fractions, and number relationships through concrete examples and patient questioning — an approach he ...
Pomona College
Bachelor in Arts, Politics

Certified Tutor
Matt
Getting comfortable with multiplication facts and basic fractions now saves enormous headaches later, and Matt treats these early skills as worth real investment. His teaching style leans on visual models — fraction bars, area diagrams, number lines — to make abstract operations feel tangible for yo...
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Bachelors, Industrial Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
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 e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
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 su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
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 ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
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...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Christopher
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 tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Charles
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 descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Liz
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 ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
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 campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Michelle
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 Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
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 Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Certified Tutor
Elena
I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle ...
University of Edinburgh
Masters, Biblical Studies
Mcgill University
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
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Frequently Asked Questions
Different Pittsburgh-area schools use different math programs—some use traditional textbooks while others use inquiry-based approaches. When you connect with a tutor through Varsity Tutors, they work with your student's specific curriculum and teaching style to ensure continuity between tutoring and classroom learning. This alignment helps students build confidence in the methods their teachers use while strengthening conceptual understanding.
Procedural knowledge is knowing *how* to do a calculation (like the steps to multiply), while conceptual understanding is knowing *why* those steps work. Many elementary students can follow steps but struggle when problems look different or require applying skills in new ways. Tutors help students move beyond memorization to see the patterns and connections underneath—so they can solve unfamiliar problems with confidence.
Word problems require students to translate language into math, decide which operation to use, and manage multiple steps—all at once. Many students can do the arithmetic but get stuck on the reading and reasoning part. Tutors work with students to break down word problems into manageable pieces, teach problem-solving strategies like drawing pictures or making lists, and build the confidence to tackle unfamiliar situations.
Showing work isn't just about getting credit—it helps students think through problems step-by-step and makes it easier to catch mistakes. Tutors model how to organize work clearly, explain their thinking out loud, and help students understand that showing work is actually a tool for *them*, not just the teacher. With practice and positive reinforcement, students develop the habit naturally.
Yes. Math anxiety often stems from feeling rushed, confused, or like there's only one 'right way' to solve a problem. Working with a tutor in a low-pressure, personalized setting helps students slow down, ask questions without judgment, and experience success—which builds confidence over time. Many students who felt stuck discover they actually enjoy math once they understand it.
The tutor will get to know your student, understand their current level, and identify specific areas where they need support—whether that's multi-step problems, fractions, or building number sense. They'll also learn about your student's learning style and what motivates them. From there, they'll create a personalized plan focused on building both skills and confidence.
Many students show increased confidence and better problem-solving strategies within the first few weeks. Measurable improvements in grades or test scores typically follow as understanding deepens—usually within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring. The timeline depends on the specific challenges and how frequently your student meets with their tutor.
Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who have strong backgrounds in elementary mathematics and proven experience explaining concepts to young learners. Many tutors have teaching credentials, advanced degrees, or years of tutoring experience. All tutors are vetted to ensure they can teach both the 'how' and the 'why' behind math concepts.
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