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Cindy: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...proved to be a challenge, but an exciting one: every day I learned something new, and expanded my knowledge of the language. Years later, I moved to the United States and all those years of study paid off; my grasp of English enabled me to effectively communicate and develop my career rather quickly. It was through my own experiences that I came to understand the importance of learning other languages, and to understand the challenges,...
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UNET - Current Undergrad, ANIMAL SCIENCE

Scott: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...graduate level history concepts. While my range of interest and instruction is varied, I am most passionate about History, specifically American History and the politics surrounding the formation of our country. In my experience helping struggling students understand History in a fun and interesting way that steers away from dates and names is most rewarding to me. I am a firm proponent of understanding history and the events that led us to certain points in...
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East Carolina University - Bachelor of Science, Communications
American Public University System - Master of Arts, History

Lauren: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...tutoring subjects related to the sciences including chemistry, biology, anatomy, and physiology. These are subjects that I am very passionate about and have loved learning since grade school, especially anatomy and physiology. My special interest in these subjects grew from a fascination of how the human body works and actually lead me into my medical career. In regards to my teaching philosophy and style, it is important that the student and I have an interactive...
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Dominican College of Blauvelt - Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training
Barry University - PHD, Podiatric Medicine

Joshua: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...trigonometry, and Calculus, but I am definitely the most comfortable with Calculus 1, and algebra. I also have a love for physics, specifically kinematics and statics (Free body diagrams!!!). I also did well with (and strangely enjoyed) chemistry in high school and in college! Looking for help with standardized tests? I can help with SAT/ACT test strategies and preparation, as I spent my whole senior year of high school preparing for these tests. I have...
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Jacob: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...make sure the tutee understands the material before we move on to more subject matter. I also believe in explaining "why." I believe the why can always be explained especially when complex concepts can be broken down to simpler more meaningful concepts. Lastly please share information on what type of learner you are, and how you learn best so I can cater to your specific learning style. A little information about me, I am an...
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University of Wisconsin-Platteville - Bachelors, Biomedicine

Daniel: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
I recently graduated with my master's in Molecular Medicine from the University of South Florida. Science has always been my favorite subject since it helps elucidate the universe we live it. I understand the struggles that students face with difficult coursework and as a tutor, it would be an honor to empathize with everyone and let them know that with hard work and effort, no subject will be too difficult to pass. ... My philosophy is...
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University of Florida - Bachelors, Biology, General
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Masters, Molecular Medicine

Chandoue: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...and have taught ALL subjects from grades 4-9. My favorite subjects are Reading & Math but I find myself more partial to Reading as of late. For the last three (3) years I have been an Intensive Reading teacher for 5th, 6th & currently 9th grades. My teaching philosophy is as follows: Every child deserves a quality education & because we all learn differently, it is neccessary to differentiate teaching in order to meet students...
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Florida Memorial University - Bachelors, Elementary Education with Reading & ESOL Endorsements

Gina: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...work for a non-profit agency, reunifying immigrant youth with their U.S. based families. I learned Spanish in school and then worked in Mexico and Colombia where I became a more fluent speaker. I love being able to connect with Spanish-speaking groups in their native language and would like to help you do the same! As a second-language learner, I relate to your learning journey. Let me know how I can support you, whether it be...
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Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelors, Social Work, with Minor in Spanish
Dominican University - Masters, Social Work

Puja : St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...health science, and loved every minute of my college experience. I have a great love for constantly learning new things, and helping others do the same in which ever methods suit the individual best. There are a myriad of ways every student can learn concepts, and I believe it is vital to find out what works for each, and also what interests we have. As an old cliche my teachers always instilled in me, one...
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Health Science

Nicole: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...have been tutoring students since 2004 and formally teaching as an adjunct professor for over 3 years. I received my B.A. in Biblical Studies with a concentration in Jewish Studies from Gordon College in 2008. For graduate studies I decided to focus on the History and Geography of the Middle East and thought there was no better place to do so than in the Middle East itself. So I moved overseas and earned my compound...
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Gordon College - Bachelor in Arts, Biblical and Theological Studies: Emphasis in Jewish Studies
Jerusalem University College - Master of Arts, History and Geography

Whitney: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...very strong background in these areas. I have experience working with children of all ages, and with different disabilities (such as ADD, ADHD, autism, Asperger's syndrome, and physical disabilities affecting the child's fine and gross motor skills). I aspire to earn my Doctorates in Physical Therapy, where I then wish to continue on to specialize in neurological physical therapy working children. My hobbies include playing the violin (I have played for more than 15 years),...
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Biomedical Sciences
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences - Neuroscience
ACT English: 31

Olayinka: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...understanding of the subject. My first academic tutoring started with College algebra in college and has extended to High school chemistry, Calculus 1. I graduated with Biological Science from Lee University. While I have only officially tutored the above mentioned subjects, I feel comfortable with tutoring both High School and College Biology courses. My purpose here is to help you enjoy what you're learning instead of seeing it as a chore because I believe "Knowledge...
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Lee University - Bachelors, Biological Science

Linda: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...same way. I loved reading and could read just about anything put before me, but, for a number of reasons, my comprehension level was not what it should be. Math came easily to me, but because of my limited reading comprehension, I did not do as well with my word problems. The more I learned and was exposed to, however, the better I understood what I read. I later learned various techniques to help me...
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Florida Memorial University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Masters, Educational Leadership

Jared: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
I'm a Mechanical Engineering graduate from McGill University. I am known for my ability to understand others' thought processes, realize why they are struggling with a particular concept, and quickly figuring out the best way to communicate the concept. Be it for various math or language subjects, I will provide efficient and top quality assistance.
Education & Certification
McGill University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Chris: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...to undergraduate college students. Both of these experiences were extremely rewarding and my favorite part of my job was the one on one interaction with students after class and during office hours. I have a true passion for teaching and learning that I love passing on to my students. My teaching strategy is to create lessons based on the individual student's learning style and strengths. Relating examples and practice problems to a student's personal interests...
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University of Florida - Bachelors, Animal Sciences
University of Florida - Masters, Animal Sciences

Latifa: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...is a true victory for me and brings me real happiness.I am currently pursuing a degree in Biochemical Engineering. I tutor the following subjects: French, Arabic, Biology and Math. I have a two years teaching experience. On the other hand, I have tutored many friends informally on several subjects. If there is one thing I love the most is to travel, every year my husband and I visit several countries. This year's destination is Spain...
Education & Certification
CU Boulder - Bachelor of Science, Biochemical Engineering

Garrett: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
I am a Professional Chemist in the Pharmaceutical industry which allows learning concepts to be enjoyable through real-world applications! I strongly believe it allows me to connect with students on a personal level and show how what they are learning relates to many career paths!
Education & Certification
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Jamison: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...master's degree in Business Administration from the Isenberg School of Management from UMass Amherst. In my professional life I interact with a variety of people in large and small groups and use a variety of methods to communicate, ranging from public speaking to formal writing to mixed media like video conference and PowerPoint. I have been developing my Spanish fluency since High School and enjoy interacting with native speakers and those looking to explore the...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Ray: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...and every goal like your life depends on it. As a music fan, I am always trying to discover new tastes. I have played guitar for over ten years, it's an amazing exercise in creativity and skill. I also make it a point to travel as much as time will allow. Nothing pleases me more than meeting and having meaningful interactions with new people. I look forward to extending my services to you!
Education & Certification
University of South Florida - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies

Devin: St. Petersburg tutor
Certified Tutor in St. Petersburg, FL
...I became someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and have learnt to appreciate the dynamic set of perspectives and ideas that comes with working with someone in a team. I found that this appreciation has helped me be an effective teacher while teaching military science to my younger peers in college and had this belief was further cemented with my time in the National Guard. I have a firm passion for engineering and...
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
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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 |
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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 |
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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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