Award-Winning Tutors from Purdue University-Main Campus

I graduated from Purdue University in May of 2013 with degrees in both Actuarial Science and Statistics and a minor in Management. After spending a year working as a consulting actuary, I decided to make a career change and returned to school to pursue a future as an optometrist. My motivation for this drastic career change was due to my passion for helping others and my desire to work more closely with people of all ages. I have an extensive background in mathematics and first-hand experience applying math to real world problems while working as an actuary. One of my main strengths that has been utilized in my work experience is my ability to explain complex mathematical concepts to others and to test for their understanding. I have previous experience as a private tutor and feel that my educational and professional background provide a great platform to continue tutoring in various mathematical and statistical subjects.

I am currently and MS Economics students at Purdue University as well as a Data Analyst for The Heritage Group. I have experience tutoring graduate-level econometrics and macroeconomics.

Knowledge is powerful tool that can change your life and the lives of others. As a tutor my goal is to teach my students how to wield knowledge through embracing their mistakes and teaching them how to learn. I expect my students to approach sessions with an open mind and a willingness to learn. In return, I hope to create an open, positive, and personalized learning space for them and provide them the educational and moral support required to succeed.

As a professional with a passion for education, learning and learning design, I believe that given all the data on learning environments and learners, one cannot deny that the ideal learning environment is one which incorporates real-life experience as much as possible and when not possible, provides for simulations of real-life settings using technology to bring the world to the learner and the learner to the world. Learners see relevance in realistic situations and are therefore engaged and motivated. Motivated and engaged learners explore complex situations, find connections, problem solve and deepen their understanding of the topics they are studying. These connections propel learners to branch out into other subject areas to explore and expand upon. While passing that test is of course very important, fostering curiosity creates a lifelong desire to grow our knowledge base. This will bring about a greater satisfaction in all we do.

I am a college student at Purdue University studying Engineering! I love learning, and believe the best way to get better at a subject is by practicing, and that's what I'm here to help you do!

Hello! I graduated from Purdue University in May 2020 with a degree in Materials Engineering. I'm a published researcher and I currently work as an engineer for a biomedical company in Louisville, CO. I spent my summers at Purdue teaching middle and high school students math and science to prepare them for a career in STEM. As a student myself during the pandemic, I'd love to help your scholar bridge any academic gaps and find the fun in math! Let's work together to build a curriculum that best fits your scholar.

As a passionate tutor with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, I have several years of experience teaching math to students ranging from elementary to early college levels. My strengths lie in algebra, calculus, and geometry, where I thrive on breaking down complex concepts into manageable pieces. I believe that every student learns differently, and I tailor my approach to fit their unique styles, whether through hands-on manipulatives or visual aids. Witnessing the moment a student grasps a challenging topic is incredibly rewarding for me. I am dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where students feel confident in their abilities, and I enjoy incorporating real-world applications to make math relatable and engaging. In my free time, I love solving puzzles and exploring new educational techniques to continually enhance my tutoring methods.

I am a graduate of Bowling Green State University (BGSU). I received my Bachelor of Science in Geology with a comprehensive science minor and a Master of Science in Geology with a Geophysics emphasis from BGSU. I attended the University of Toledo, where I studied in the master's program in Physics and Astronomy and studied water vapor clouds in the Martian atmosphere, and then at Purdue University, where I studied in the Doctoral program in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, working on Computational Geophysics and whole earth mantle convection, with a particular study of the uplift history of the Tibetan Plateau. I have worked as a geophysicist professionally in the oil and gas industry. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Physics in general, Thermodynamics specifically, and Geology. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be critically necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all my students. In my experience, helping struggling students gain skills builds the necessary confidence to succeed in further studies, and then to carry that success into other areas of life. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, tai chi, baking and cooking, and taking nature walks whenever possible.

I have always enjoyed teaching students various subjects. I particularly enjoy seeing the response when the student truly understands the topic. I like to focus on finding ways to make sure the student UNDERSTANDS the topic rather than simply learning to memorize the facts. I find that they are always able to retain the knowledge more that way.I especially focus on teaching students to focus on reaching their long term goals in addition to just learning the material needed at the moment.I graduated from Purdue University with a BSEE degree and have worked at Motorola in technical roles as well as an Engineering manager where I managed and mentored junior engineers. I have taught all the subjects and test prep to my daughters throughout their education as well.I thoroughly enjoy working with students and can't wait to help more people reach their potentials.

Hi, I recently earned my Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Purdue University and have entered the private sector. In my program, I found that teaching and instructing students was very enjoyable and I wish to continue that by being a tutor. I have been a successful tutor for over a decade and know how to instruct to a variety of different skill sets and learning abilities.

Hello! My name is Franklin and I am currently a freshman attending Purdue University studying Sustainable Agriculture. I tutor many subjects, but am focused on math and standardized test prep. This is because the subject has always clicked in my head. My hobbies include playing piano, saxophone, and percussion in concert and marching band as well as cooking for my family.

After taking three classes with a professor at Purdue University, I was inspired to become a teacher. His dedication, enthusiasm, and ability to bring history to life profoundly impacted me. I graduated from Purdue with a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education and an endorsement in history. Following graduation, I worked as a classroom teacher for 11 years, spent another seven years as a substitute teacher, and served as an Adjunct Instructor at a small college in Ohio. For over three years, I've worked with Varsity Tutors, where I have supported many students with specific needs. I've worked with five students for over a year and another five for almost two years. In addition, I'm also been working with a student for nearly three years. As a tutor, I aim to help children and their families explore new strategies, ideas, and approaches to reading, language arts, and spelling. My tutoring style is instructional, hands-on, and completely interactive. I take a unique and creative approach to working with children, assessing their learning styles and getting to know their interests, such as sports, animals, and hobbies, which helps me create engaging and enjoyable lessons. My teaching methods have been recognized for their effectiveness. For example, before a student reads a text, I often create an individualized vocabulary word search for us to work on together. This is a fun way for the student to become familiar with the new words when they see them within the text. Some activities I've developed have been featured on a local news station and published in a local newspaper. I have a proven track record of success, including my time at an inner-city school in Dayton, Ohio, where the school's standardized test scores rose by 48% over three years. A few years later, the school ranked 1st out of 33 schools in the district. This success was attributed to a comprehensive restructuring of the school curriculum and a new teaching model focused on literature and character education. This model was designed collaboratively by the principal and staff and integrated into all areas of instruction. The dramatic turnaround was so impactful that a documentary film highlighting the educational model's positive effects on students' lives was featured on CNN. I love what I do and am always ready to share it with others. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to schedule a session. I'm here to help in any way I can!

I am an enthusiastic educator with over 15 years of teaching experience including a wide range of Language Arts such as Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, English, English as a Second Language. (ESL) for children and adults I have a Bachelor of Arts degree from Purdue University and am TESOL certified. My passion is teaching adults who have immigrated to this country and want to improve their English in their business and daily lives. With children, I teach English often for their first experience, helping them grow to be fluent speakers. My goal is to create a relaxed environment that is stimulating, encouraging, and adaptive to the varied needs of the students. I utilize interesting and interactive curricula, incorporating continuous conversation and speaking throughout the lesson.I am a mother and a grandmother with a varied career in education and the business world, as a marketing and sales professional in the software industry. I love books and I play tennis every chance I get! As an ESL and Language Arts teacher, I hope to inspire my students to love learning as I have experienced the joy of exchanging cultural backgrounds. I have learned as much as I have taught.

I continually look to meet my students where they are, both as regards their academic goals and personal interests. My wide range of academic interests and hobbies makes it a natural fit for me to include lesson modules that relate the areas of inquiry of any particular curriculum to a client's personal priorities. Rather than focusing on "teaching to the test," I work together with each client so that we might jointly discover course components about which they have innate curiosity, whether the class in question is required or an elective. I am optimistic that such a mindset leads to success in both a short-term and holistic, long-term sense. Furthermore, I have ample experience in deploying a patient attitude to addressing learning challenges as they arise, including by rephrasing or reframing comments. The teaching approach I describe above is supported by my wide range of personal interests. Because I have invested years of formal and personal study in social science, humanities, and liberal arts subjects, I am often able to help my clients relate concrete course material to their separate interests. I find this to be an especially powerful way to guide students toward alignment with the requirements of their school or academic/degree program. So, if you are a learner working to improve your capacity in political science, history, English reading and writing, or Spanish-language fundamentals, I believe we can work quite productively together!

I am a current senior at Purdue University double majoring in Sociology and History. Additionally, I am minoring in Spanish and Management. The subjects I primarily tutor include Spanish, English, and Grammar, but I am also available for other subjects and standardized tests. I have studied Spanish for 9 years, and during high school I tutored other younger high schoolers for Spanish. As a fellow student, I believe it is important to feel comfortable and confident in the classroom. In my free time, I like to spend time with friends, bake, read, watch movies, and listen to music.

Hello, I am ready and eager to help students with academic tutoring. I graduated from IU with my undergraduate studies in business and communication, then received a Master's degree from Purdue University. Go Boilers! Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring students throughout the United States. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about mathematics, chemistry/biology, English, literature, and history. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the exams' Critical Reading and Writing portions. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, which enriches my life, yoga, running, and computer games.

I love to learn, which makes me love to teach even more! I want us to learn and engage together as we explore subjects in fun ways to increase learning and get excited together! I believe that learning means getting hands-on, and we are all always learning. Being inquisitive helps us figure things out, and we can learn through real world examples that help us really understand what we are learning in the classroom!

I am a Junior studying Chemical Engineering at Purdue University - West Lafayette (main campus). I have been a go-to person for academic questions among my friends and study groups, and I have helped quite a few of them getting a grade level better in a variety of classes. I am the most passionate about math, chemistry, and physics. My goal in tutoring is to help a student in finding their interest/passion in a subject and to show them methods and the logic behind solving problems and daily applications. I am confident in helping my students understand difficult concepts or principles. I believe everyone has the potential in being successful in the fields that one desires, and I love helping people and seeing them perform better and better.I understand that struggling with a subject can be frustrating, and I try my best effort to help my students in a timely manner. I am excited for the opportunity to help you master the subject in your demand! In my spare time, I enjoy music composition and performance, cooking, and traveling.

30 years of experience in the aviation industry as an instructor, pilot, curriculum developer, learning management system administration, fleet maintenance, safety, and ground crew. Experience at the following well known companies/organizations: Mountain Air Cargo, Republic Airlines, Flight Safety International, Southwest Airlines, Air Transport International, Civil Air Patrol.

I am a graduate of Anderson University in Anderson, Indiana, where I received a BA in Elementary Education with minors in Special Education and Nonprofit Leadership. I am currently pursuing my MS in Speech-Language Pathology at Purdue University. After completing my undergraduate degree, I have been licensed as a teacher in the state of Indiana in Elementary Education (K-6) and Special Education (K-12). I am hoping to use my teaching knowledge to help students in any way that I can! Please don't hesitate to contact me if you or your student would like some help in any elementary subject.

Hi! My name is Akio and I am a recent Purdue University graduate in Computer Engineering. As a teaching assistant for multiple courses including C Programming, Freshman Engineering, Digital Systems Design, and iOS programming, I had the opportunity to meet many great students and assist them in completing their courses successfully and meaningfully. I hope to continue doing that here with Varsity Tutors. I am also strong in high school-level STEM classes, such as chemistry, physics, biology, and math.

I am an undergraduate student at Purdue University majoring in Computer Science. I took AP Calculus BC in high school with a score of 4 and Precalculus and Calculus. Throughout my life, I have been firm in many concepts of math and have been tutoring people in my high school as part of the math club, and have been helping my cousins and friends with various concepts of math. I even took SAT with a score of 760 in the math section and 650 in the English section. I hope I help anyone I tutor in building strong fundamentals with math or SAT and excelling in life with the skills learned!

I have been tutoring students for over three years, and am looking forward to continuing to help students through Varsity Tutors.I graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences with a concentration in environmental public policy in December, 2020. I received triple honor distinctions.I have tutored students previously in middle school math, algebra 1, algebra 2, all levels of reading from helping students learn to read to proof-reading college level papers. I worked with Qkids, teaching young Chinese Students how to speak English.I started college two years early, skipping my last 2 years of high school. All of the classes a typical student takes their last two years of high school I took at Ball State University along with my intro-to-college classes. I was one of the top students in my program.Now, I currently work for the Indiana Senate as a legislative intern, and with Varsity Tutors as an independent contractor. I love both jobs, as they allow me to pursue multiple separate passions at once - education, policy, and helping new and awesome people I get to meet!

In June 2017 I retired from a career in semiconductor engineering, sales, and marketing. Along the way I volunteered as a math tutor for several organizations. This was very enjoyable so I am continuing through Varsity Tutors.

I have a PhD in Mathematics and an MS in Statistics/Computational Finance from Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN. I have 6 years of university teaching experience in the Philippines and 6 years of teaching experience at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN. I have also tutored for all levels here in the US and in the Philippines for more than 2 decades now.

I am currently a freshman at Purdue University studying to become a Mechanical Engineer. I'm here to help on anything from math, english, history and standardized test-related because I know that school can be rough and sometimes we all need a bit of help. I worked as a math tutor back in high school and I can teach all the way up to Calculus 3. I personally love teaching math as it's my favorite subject in school. Outside of school and tutoring life, I love reading, traveling, listening to music, taking long walks in the fall and writing poems/short stories.

I am a graduate of Purdue University and have a degree in both Chemistry Education and Mathematics Education. I have taught for over 20 years in various levels and subject areas. I have taught everything from sixth grade math and science up to AP Chemistry and AP Calculus. I have also taught at the collegiate level. I truly love teaching my subject areas and look forward to working with you!

I am a passionate educator with a strong background in computer science, mathematics, and STEM subjects. Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science with focuses on artificial intelligence and education at Purdue University, I have been tutoring since high school, where I began teaching coding to middle and high school students. Over the years, I've had the privilege of helping students excel in a variety of subjects, including AP courses(APCSA - 5, AP Calc AB - 5, AP World - 4), SAT preparation(1590), and programming. My favorite subjects to tutor are mathematics and coding because they not only build critical thinking skills but also empower students to solve real-world problems creatively. I enjoy breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps, tailoring my teaching approach to each student's unique learning style. I believe in fostering a growth mindsetencouraging students to embrace challenges as opportunities to grow and learn. Beyond academics, I have a deep interest in soccer and motorsports, and I love integrating real-life examples from these areas to make lessons engaging and relatable. My goal as a tutor is to build students' confidence, inspire a lifelong love of learning, and equip them with the skills they need to achieve their goals.

I am a retired mathematics teacher with over 45 years of experience helping students to learn and enjoy mathematics and statistics. I have degrees in mathematics and mathematics education from Ball State and Purdue Universities. I view math as a puzzle and we simply need to determine what are the missing pieces so we can complete and understand the task.

I am a PhD student at Purdue university studying Electrical Engineering. I did my Bachelor and Master's in Egypt. I also worked in industry for 3 years in the development of miniaturized optical systems. I have always been curious and spend many years to find answers to any question I had (In Math/physics/engineering). Having a good understanding of what I am doing has always made me feel fulfilled. I am pursuing teaching as a side job and a hobby to help others find this same fulfillment and help them pursue their passion.

Hello! My name is Ryan, and I'm a current student studying for a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Purdue. Before beginning my University studies, I graduated from a college preparatory High School in San Francisco where my passion for math, computer science, and teaching began. Growing up, I had always struggled with exams, leading to my own fair share of tutors. It was through these one-on-one learning spaces that I learned the importance of slowing down, approaching topics piece by piece, and fully understanding difficult concepts. As a school peer tutor in my Junior and Senior years of High School, I took what I learned from being tutored, and applied it to my own lessons. I've learned to break down complicated topics into simpler forms and visualize problems that are hard to conceptualize through drawings and analogies. Something I've struggled with, and have noticed my students find difficult as well, is solving problems without assistance or external help. Because of this, my teaching methodology is to guide my students to the answer rather than just give it, as it allows them to reach their own conclusions and develop self-sufficient problem-solving skills. I mainly tutor mathPre-Algebra to Calculus 2but am proficient in Java and C# programming ranging from 3D Engine creation to 2D video game development. If I had to pick, I'd say my favorite teaching subject is Calculus 1, though I have the most fun when I'm programming personal projects. Outside of tutoring, I'm a chill, artsy guy who produces music, plays games, and hangs out with friends.

I am an ASHA-certified SLP with 4 years of experience in the field. I graduated with my master's from Purdue University in 2021. I am available to tutor for PRAXIS Speech-Language Pathology content to help maximize your performance on the test. As a speech therapist, I have expertise in English language skills including speaking, listening comprehension, reading and writing. I am also knowledgeable in healthy speaking and singing techniques for voice.

I recently completed a Ph.D. in Consumer and Family Economics and Consumer Behavior at Purdue University. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring undergraduate students in various courses in economics. I love helping students learn new topics through simple and relatable examples. I try to create a friendly environment for my students where they can succeed in their learning journey.

Passionate Purdue University Agricultural Education Graduate with an Animal Science Minor. Certified teacher to teach 5-12th grade agriculture, but a robust range of experiences. I love finding ways to connect learning experiences to what students are passionate about and making lessons fun and engaging. When I am not working, I love visiting local coffee shops, traveling to new places, and diving in to a good book. I look forward to meeting each student where they are to help them succeed.

As a 3rd year pharmacy student, I can relate to the challenge of keeping up with difficult coursework. Every student faces a subject that requires extra time and effort, and it is important to have help along the way to stay motivated and get through tough spots. I am not only passionate about learning but also about helping others to achieve their educational goals. My experience as a tutor began at an early age in working with my classmates in subjects such as biology, chemistry, and geometry. In college I spent time with elementary age children at an after school community center working on reading and writing using games and activities. In addition to having worked with middle schoolers on English and social studies homework, I also worked at the senior center as a personal computer tutor. Through my placement in the Junior League of Indianapolis, I worked with School on Wheels, a structured tutoring program involving reading and writing activities in addition to homework assistance. Last year I was a reading tutor for the Nashville public school system, working with second and third grade students on reading and writing. Currently I serve as a volunteer at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital in the school program working with children in the inpatient unit. I am passionate about serving my peers and my community.Having fun and finding what motivates students is key to not only wanting to do the work, but also to retaining what they have learned. For example, during my time as a tutor for the Nashville public school system, one student and I had a particularly close connection. She flourished as a student, and in the end wrote a particularly entertaining rap song using the lessons she had learned with me. As a tutor, this is the sort of experience I seek to bring to all my students.

I greatly enjoy helping others in any way possible; including tutoring! I love engaging with students to help them learn best by their strongest methods. I'm very organized, reliable, and flexible with hours!

I have been a professional tutor since I learned how to read. When playing with my baby dolls I would teach them about phonics. As a child, it was important for me to become a strong student. During my middle school years. I won, two years in a row from my school to receive the National Science Achievement reward. Only 5% of students received this reward from their middle schools. As I grew older my friends and family would reach out to me when they needed help problem-solving. Whether they needed help in math, science, technology, philosophy, geography, language, or storytelling, I was there. As a mento as a leader became one of my passion is to help. Ive created a path to teach. I've taught students from as young as nonverbal preschoolers, childhood elementary schoolers, purity middle schoolers, and peer-to-peer high school/college students. I've completed my Associate's in Software Development. I will be completing my Bachelor's in Information Technology in the upcoming months. Because my specialty revolves around Information Technology, I as a tutor will continue to learn, grow, and help others learn for many years to come.

I am a recent graduate of Purdue University where I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Math Education. During my time at Purdue, I had the opportunity to teach a college level Precalculus class, as well as Algebra I regular and Honors, and Financial Algebra during my student teaching experience at a Chicago High School. During my student teaching, I often tutored students during my lunch hour who needed some extra help outside of the classroom. My favorite subject to tutor in is math, and I specifically enjoy tutoring Algebra I and Algebra II, Geometry and Calculus. My favorite part of math (and the way I learned it best) was when I could relate a problem to a real world situation, so you can expect us to make some really cool connections together! I also like exploring the ???why??? of a problem, this way, we can really break it down and figure out what???s going on. I aim to not only help you solve the problems we are currently working on, but to give you the tools you need to show any and all future problems who???s boss! Outside of the classroom, I enjoy making electronic music and living an active lifestyle through lifting weights and biking.

I love teaching, I have done it for the last 4 years at the undergraduate level and there is nothing more gratifying. I deeply enjoy seeing my students flourish and challenge them to excel.I am PhD , yay, finished May 2022, at Purdue University. My area of expertise is food and nutrition; I hold a masters in Nutrition Science (UIUC) and I also am a Registered Dietitian (clinical training at Beaumont HS). My long term goal is to be a research scientist!

I am an educator with 25 years' experience teaching in K-12. I've been an administrator, instructional coach, and teacher. Currently, I am working as an adjunct professor teaching STEM to graduate teaching candidates and I am also a data analyst for a small business.I believe every student can learn and I strive to find relevant and real-world examples to teach concepts. My toolbox is full of teaching strategies with engaging lessons and hands-on manipulatives.My strengths are all K-6 academic subjects, math up through Algebra, remedial reading/math (Orton-Gillingham certified), educational technology, data analysis, and Microsoft/Google/iWork business applications.