Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Minneapolis, MN

Helping students succeed and become their personal best is what motivates me as an educator!

...excited to tutor students of all ages in a variety of academic and test prep areas. I was raised in the U.S. and am a native English speaker with a diverse educational background. I attended preschool through 11th grade in the U.S. and received my high school (international baccalaureate) diploma from an international boarding school in Hong Kong. During college, I studied Mandarin Chinese and Korean. I completed 6 months of study abroad in South...

...Maple Grove MN (20 miles NW of Minneapolis). In addition to tutoring and working some part time consulting gigs, I love spending time with my 2 grandkids, and my three grown kids. As an undergraduate student, I tutored engineering and math courses in walk-in 'help' sessions. My subjects were math (calculus I and II, and systems engineering.) As a graduate student, I taught computer programming for peers in my graduate program. The purpose was to...

...tutor is Algebra 2 because it forms the foundation for much of mathematics and is essential for success on standardized tests like the ACT and SAT. I believe the best way to learn is through practice, so I focus on guiding students through practice problems to build their confidence and deepen their understanding. This approach allows me to identify their individual needs and tailor my teaching to help them succeed. Outside of tutoring, I am...

...of my four years there working in the math tutoring center. I loved being able to work one-on-one with students and see their growth as they started to understand the material. I strongly believe that understanding concepts is just as important as being able to work out technical problems, and that all students (regardless of perceived mathematical intelligence) have the ability to do so. I also understand how mathematics functions to gatekeep some students from...

...Minneapolis Japanese School from 2004-2019 and was raised in a bilingual household. This taught me to speak, read and write Japanese, and I would be happy to tutor students in this language! While I tutor many subjects, I am particularly passionate about math as well as standardized test prep. I studied math on a double-accelerated track throughout middle school and high school, covering math from algebra to multivariable calculus. Aside from teaching academic subjects, I...

...classroom teaching experience in algebra, trigonometry, probability, and calculus, and one-on-one tutoring experience in algebra 1 through calculus, I have the experience and expertise to help you understand whichever area of math you need. I am also fluent in Spanish, and can tutor from high school through intro college Spanish, as well as tutor math in Spanish. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and rock climbing, as well as playing...

...finished my freshman year at Loyola University Chicago majoring in Environmental Engineering. My first tutoring experience was volunteering at my high school to help my classmates with math and reading subjects. I loved it because I got to make so many new friends while also helping them achieve their academic goals. Thanks to those students, I have learned to think of topics in new ways and apply that to my tutoring. I look forward to...

Hi! I'm Lilly, a junior at the University of Minnesota studying Product Design and Mathematics. I have a long history of taking standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and 14 APs), so I know that they can be a major point of stress. I'm dedicated to seeing you succeed in any and all tests you need to take through test-taking strategies and material mastery instruction. I look forwarding to meeting you!

...from MIT with my B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with a double major in Music, while completing the pre-health track. I have been tutoring college level physics, biology, multivariable calculus, and organic chemistry for the past four years. I have also helped high school students prepare for the SAT and ACT. I am an avid classical pianist, EMT, swimmer, and tinkerer. I love explaining things and paying forward my knowledge to those around me!... It is the...

...college student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison studying kinesiology on the pre-med track. I am passionate about learning and teaching others what I know. I tutored many students in high school for their classes and ACT. I myself scored a 32 on the ACT and am happy to share what I did to achieve that score. I have experience tutoring for every ACT subject, math ranging from Algebra to Calc 2, general chemistry, biology, and...

...from about 20 different countries and many language backgrounds. In 2019 I was nominated for Minnesota Teacher of the Year. It makes my day to see students proud of reaching each goal they set out to conquer! I've worked with students on English listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary and phonics goals, as well as language-related content goals (science, math, social studies, etc) in order to improve test-taking skills. While learning, we try to keep things fun...

...and Geometry. I continued my career teaching middle school Pre-Algebra and Advanced Pre-Algebra. While teaching middle and high school mathematics, I was able to tutor students who wanted to excel or those who needed additional support. My last year was spent in the online learning environment, making learning engaging on the computer! I am knowledgeable and experienced with multiple levels of learning. I have broad experience modifying and adapting concepts to reach all learners. Not...

...Creative Writing from the University of Minnesota. I am currently pursuing an MSL in Legal Studies with a paralegal certification at Hamline University. I have tutored and taught high school to adult students in Minnesota since 2014. As an immigrant who struggled through high school because of language barriers, I am passionate about giving students the academic and moral support they need outside of school. I tutor a range of subjects, but my passion in...

...Minnetonka High School, and am a current college student at St. Olaf. I am a math and French major, with concentrations in statistics and data science and mathematical biology. I am most passionate about all kinds of math, including algebra, calculus, trigonometry, or elementary/middle school math, as well as beginner to intermediate levels of French. Just like my math teacher of a mom, I am dedicated to helping students grow in the academic realm!

...what you're studying I'm sure that I can help! In my experience as a tutor, students tend to learn best when they feel heard and when they are comfortable in the learning environment. That's why I place an emphasis on building a rapport with any of my students that is based on commonalities, trust, and strong communication. I feel that it is just as important to be able to talk freely about hobbies, interests, or...

...in Business (BSB) in Management Information Systems and a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science, with a minor in Mandarin Chinese. I tutor a broad range of subjects including math and economics, but am most passionate about discussing Mandarin Chinese, Algebra, and Computer Science. I've had extensive experience with those topics in AP and college-level courses, and lived in Xi'An, China for 6 weeks on a U.S. Department of State scholarship. My tutoring philosophy is...

...(a small college in Minnesota) and then taught middle school and high school social studies for six years. During my last two years, I started an AP US History course, which was the most rewarding course I had the opportunity to teach! Although I still enjoyed teaching, I wanted to continue to challenge myself so I started my own landscaping company. I still enjoy working with students, so I decided to mentor during the landscaping...

...in Public Administration. Throughout my college and early post college years I spent time tutoring and substitute teaching for students from a variety of backgrounds with a special interest in working with K-12 students on writing and social studies skills. I also spent 4 years working in my undergraduate college admissions office and have a passion for helping students write college essays. I am a strong believer in working with my students to help them...

B.S. Physics, University of Minnesota TC. I love tutoring students in Physics, and Math. I especially love Quantum Mechanics and have always had a strong passion and interest in the field. I believe no subject is out of anyone's grasp and hope to share my passion with my students.