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Brock: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...the University of South Florida with a Bachelors of the Arts in Economics. I have countless hours of casual tutoring experience at every grade level, and look forward to sharing my knowledge with children and adults of all ages. I believe that with the correct teaching method, and a positive mindset, any person can learn any material that they desire. I supply the teaching method. All my students need to provide is a positive mindset, and...
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University of South Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Ashley-Rose: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...both biology and Chemistry. I also hold a Master’s of Science (MSc) in Forensic Anthropology from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. My dissertation research focused on finding a way to determine skeletal age at death from the microstructure of the human rib. I plan to attend medical school in the future in the hopes of becoming a forensic pathologist. I have worked both formally and informally as a teacher and tutor since 2010. While...
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Berry College - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med Anthropology, Minors in Biology and Chemistry
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
Lauren: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...in Costa Rica, I took my studies abroad and headed to the US to get my Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of South Florida. In 2019, I graduated and started working in biological research but never left behind my title as a student. See, I am of the belief of being a forever student. I want to continue growing and expanding myself and my knowledge base and hope to...
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Dominic: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...a 4.0 GPA as an IB Diploma Candidate. I am now at the University of South Florida pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Once I have my degree I plan to work for corporations like Northrop Grumman. My strongest subject is math and I am open to tutoring many levels of it. What I believe to be the best teaching style is repetition. Especially in math, students need a foundation to approach a problem...
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Gregory: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
I hold a doctoral degree in education and two master's degrees. I have extensive experience in teaching and tutoring various subjects, including English, essay writing, SAT and ACT prep, US and Global History and others.
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Dowling College - Bachelor in Arts, Music Teacher Education
Dowling College - Doctor of Education, Educational Administration
Kathleen: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Thomas Jefferson University. Completed rotations in General Surgery, Women's Health, specializing in Gynecological Surgery, Labor and Delivery, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, and Family Medicine. I have experience caring for patients in the Surgical ICU and as a First and Second assist in General, Thoracic, Vascular, Surgical Oncology, Cesarean Section, Hysterectomy, Robotics, and Breast Mastectomy and Reconstruction as a student at Jefferson Health. During my post...
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University of Pittsburgh - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
Thomas Jefferson University - Master of Science, Physician Assistance
Cooper: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...personally. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but tutoring math and English excites me the most. The aspect of tutoring I try to focus on extensively is organization within a students school work, because it is such a key to being successful in higher education. My experience ranges from tutoring kindergarten students to eighth graders throughout my 4 years in high-school, and through this experience I gained a great sense of different methods to...
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University of Florida - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
SAT Writing: 700
Gayle: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...but one thing remains constant, my love of what I do, my ongoing curiosity and learning, and my excitement and experience to teach others in my field. I am ARDMS registered in Abdomen, Ob/Gyn, Vascular and Echocardiography. I am a former didactic and lab ultrasound instructor and was a clinical instructor until COVID protocols did not allow students in our outpatient facility. I decided to become a Varsity Tutor as I love to help other...
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Friends University - Bachelor of Science, Medical Radiologic Technology
Carla: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...Biological Sciences and Social/Behavioral Sciences. During my time at USF, I was a tutor, tutoring both high school and middle school students in various math subjects, in a few low-income and first generation programs called Upward Bound Program (UBP) and College Reach-Out Program (CROP). I am most passionate about Algebra as I had incredible teacher for this subject. I also was a teacher's assistant in my time at USF for the Statistics department at university....
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
John Hammond: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...for SAT, ACT, and Advanced Placement exam preparation. Proper study of the liberal arts demands analytical and concise prose, a proficiency necessary for competitive application essays. It is my hope that my passion for history and English will inspire the student to shape their writing into a clear, engaged, and informed voice. With this writing-centric focus, I offer SAT, ACT, and AP exam preparation, tutoring in the liberal arts (English, history, political science, etc.), and...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, European History
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Solomon: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...graders who had trouble reading. Since then, I've worked with people of all ages on various subjects. I specialize in Reading, Writing, English, and Spanish, but I also enjoy teaching History, SAT, and lower level Math and Science. As a lifelong reader and communicator, Spanish and English/Reading are my favorite topics; I love to share my passion for words with others and enable them to develop that same passion. My tutoring style is very personal;...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Politics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Cassidy: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...Professional Teaching Certification from the EPI program administered by the Florida Department of Education. Most of my teaching experience has been in 5th grade classrooms, specifically teaching math and science, but I have taught all elementary core subjects. I am certified to teach Kindergarten through 6th grade, but I specialize in tutoring elementary level courses. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and my son, exercising, reading, and traveling!
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
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Don: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...have experience working as a teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School District as well as private teaching and tutoring experience. I believe that tutoring should be an enjoyable and productive experience for students and parents. I've had some great tutors, teachers, and coaches throughout my life and I seek to bring the wisdom I've gained from them to my own teaching. I believe that all students can improve and succeed with the right teacher...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Brooklyn Law School - Juris Doctor, Law
Bob: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...Instead I joined the Air Force and flew airplanes for a living, traveled the world, and loved every day of 21 years as an officer! I'm still waiting to write that novel! I obtained a Master's degree in Public Administration--think MBA but for people who work in the government (MPA). I have been teaching as an adjunct faculty for University of Phoenix in their business school since 2004. I love face-to-face time with my students....
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Flagler College-St Augustine - Bachelors, English Literature/Psychology
Troy State University - Masters, Public Administration
Devin: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...and online for the past 7 years. From research methods and data analysis (statistics) to academic writing and Spanish, I've been able to help high schoolers, undergraduates, and graduate students with engaging and detailed instruction on everything from weekly assignments and term papers to theses and dissertations. My methods are personalized and easy to understand even when tutoring very complex topics. I only include important components and avoid long-winded explanations. Students find my positivity to...
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USFSP - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
USFSP - Master of Arts, Psychology
Craig D: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...all. For my punishment, he taught me how to use it. It turned out to be a life sentence. Within a year, I had amassed an impressive collection of photographs of Orlando theme parks from a unique vantage point three feet above the ground. In high school, I tirelessly studied the nuances of developing black and white film. Later, as a student at Virginia Commonwealth University, I enrolled, and excelled, in every photography course I...
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Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Bridgit: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...I graduated, I moved to Florida to pursue my Master's degree at the University of South Florida. While I was a graduate student, I realized that I loved teaching science to students at camps and education outreach events. After I graduated, I was a scientist for the state of Florida for about a year before I took a job as a teacher. Over 10 years, I taught Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy, and Marine Science. I...
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University of Georgia - Bachelor of Science, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of South Florida - Master's/Graduate, Biological Oceanography
Raymond: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...dropout, and my mother never went to college. Opportunities were limited, but I learned the value of hard work. I recognized that education was a chance to break free of a cycle, to avoid the same mistakes and regrets of my parents. I focused on being the best that I could be in all regards, given I had no idea what I wanted to do with it, just that I knew I needed to be...
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Theatre (Performance)
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Masters, English Education
Debbie: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
I have tutored for many years. My primary focus is children and adults with learning difficulties at the elementary skill level. My goal is to simplify the task down to a level that can be easily understood. Often times it does mean going back a few steps to secure up some previous skills that are lacking.
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Oral Roberts University - Bachelor of Education, Education of the Learning Disabled
Brianna: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...Tampa, FL. I am currently in the last stages of my Doctorate of Medicine and have found myself with time on my hands. Throughout my studies from high school to graduate school I have worked with students at different levels. I have don't everything from informal group sessions to formal tutoring. I enjoy the interaction and experience that tutoring offers. I have found academic success, and would like to help others achieve that.... I believe in...
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Bradley University - Bachelors, Biology, General
USF - Current Grad Student, Medicine- MD
Private Tutoring in St. Petersburg, FL
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There are various elements that can impact the price you pay for tutoring for students in St. Petersburg.
Some of the factors that can play a role in pricing include the age of the student, the number of sessions needed, and the expertise of the mentor. For example, if your student attends St. Petersburg Collegiate High School or another school in the area, their sessions could have a different price than if they were in second grade. Likewise, signing up for a larger number of sessions could have a cheaper price-per-lesson relative to a smaller block of meetings. The best way to get more information about pricing is to contact one of our educational directors for a detailed quote based on your situation.
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If your student is working on math or reading, a private mentor can help them develop skills that they will use throughout their life. If you are the parent of a high school student, they can work on higher-level math and science topics, or get ready for college entrance exams. On the other hand, you might be in the midst of a university program, and you can work on course content ranging from academic writing to physics. Likewise, a tutor can help you get ready for the demands of exams like the MCAT, GMAT, or LSAT. If you are learning a language, either in an academic context or in preparation for a trip, a personal mentor can help you improve your pronunciation, grammar, and listening abilities. You can receive help preparing for a professional certification as well.
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The St Petersburg School System
St. Petersburg, Florida, is part of the Tampa Bay area. The city is on a peninsula surrounded by Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. St. Petersburg has a population of over 250,000 residents, making it Florida’s fifth-largest city by population. St. Petersburg’s public schools are overseen by the Pinellas County Schools, which has a total attendance of over 100,000 students. Five of its high schools are located within the St. Petersburg city limits.
All of St. Petersburg’s public high schools, with the exception of only the top-ranked school, have student-teacher ratios that fall well below the state average. However, the schools that offer Advanced Placement courses report lower-than-average AP exam pass rates. See the student-teacher ratios in more detail below.
St Petersburg Student-to-Teacher Ratios
St. Petersburg High School has a 20 1 student-teacher ratio.
Pinellas Park High School has a 20 1 student-teacher ratio.
Dixie M. Hollins High School has a 19 1 student-teacher ratio.
Northeast High School has a 21 1 student-teacher ratio.
Osceola Fundamental High School has a 21 1 student-teacher ratio.
Florida State Average has a 25 1 student-teacher ratio.
Here's how the St. Petersburg high schools rank in the state:
St Petersburg High School Rankings
| High School | St. Petersburg Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Petersburg Collegiate High School | 1 | 51 | Unavailable |
| St. Petersburg High School | 2 | 65 | 22% |
| Osceola Fundamental High School | 3 | 106 | 24% |
| Lakewood High School | 4 | 175 | 38% |
| Boca Ciega High School | 5 | 202 | 15% |
| Pinellas Park High School | 6 | 258 | 17% |
| Northeast High School | 7 | 289 | 15% |
| Dixie M. Hollins High School | 8 | Unavailable | 0% |
| Gibbs High School | 9 | Unavailable | 17% |
| Lealman Intermediate School | 10 | Unavailable | Unavailable |
If you’re concerned about your child’s ability to compete against his or her peers nationwide, you may be researching different methods of academic assistance. Students from kindergarten to college and beyond can receive a wide variety of benefits from personal tutoring in St. Petersburg. Tutoring offers perks that self-study workbooks and tutorials alone can’t provide. With a tutor, your child will learn during one-on-one sessions that are tailored to move your child toward his or her academic goals efficiently and effectively. Taking into account your child’s current comprehension level, strengths, weaknesses, and ideal outcome, a tutor can personalize each lesson to move through the material in a way that maximizes the time your child spends studying.
The state-mandated tests that are given to the students of Florida begin in the third grade and continue throughout senior high. From grades 3-8, students take the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) in mathematics and English Language Arts, and students in grades 5 and 8 also take the Statewide Science Assessment. Once students reach high school, ninth and tenth graders continue to take the English FSA along with End-of-Course Assessments in core subjects including algebra, biology, geometry, and United States history. The chart below shows how St. Petersburg’s schools performed on statewide tests.
St Petersburg Test Scores
Along with the many state-mandated assessments your child must take throughout primary and secondary school, your child may also be getting ready for the SAT or ACT. The comprehensive nature of the test can seem overwhelming to many students. With a tutor, your child can take all the time that’s needed to ensure tricky material is mastered. Plus, many tutors have recent personal success on the tests, so he or she may be able to offer tips and tricks that will be useful on test day, too. Tutoring can continue to be helpful for students even after they’ve been accepted to college, which will be welcome news to parents of students attending the many colleges in and around St. Petersburg. Below you can see how colleges int he area rank.
St Petersburg University Rankings
| College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|
| University of South Florida | 47% | |
| University of South Florida - St. Petersburg | 174 | 36% |
| Eckerd College | 177 | 72% |
| Florida Southern College | 287 | 46% |
| University of Tampa | 292 | 48% |
| Saint Leo University | 780 | 70% |
| Florida College | Unavailable | 79% |
| Southeastern University | Unavailable | 46% |
| St. Petersburg College | Unavailable | 100% |
| Pasco-Hernando State College | Unavailable | 100% |
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