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Ogbonnia

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Ogbonnia

Master of Arts, Epidemiology
Ogbonnia's other Tutor Subjects
High School Science
Learning Differences
Math
Middle School

Hey! I'm Junior Elechi and I graduated a semester early in December 2015 with my Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a minor in Biology. I continued my academic career at Georgia State University, where I matriculated with my Master's in Public Health / Epidemiology concentration in May of 20...

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Georgia State University

Master of Arts, Epidemiology

Stephen F Austin State University

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General

Alysse

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alysse

Bachelor's
Alysse's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Math
ACT Reading
ACT Science

I will am currently an undergraduate at Adelphi University's Honors College. I am also part of the BS/MD program between Adelphi University and SUNY Upstate Medical University. This means that right out of high school, I was guaranteed admission to medical school in 4 years! I will be majoring in Bi...

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University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1450
ACT
35
Danait

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Danait

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Danait's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Biology
Biology

Appreciating knowledge is key because it's something that can never be taken from you. "The good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge." - Bertrand Russell

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Temple University

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Jillian

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Jillian

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish State Certified Teacher
Jillian's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

Experienced English as a Foreign Language Teacher and Elementary Reading/Writing teacher, passionate about helping students learn and grow.

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State University of New York at New Paltz

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish State Certified Teacher

Universidad Viña del Mar, Chile

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Courtney

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Courtney

Master of Arts, Hispanic and Latin American Languages
Courtney's other Tutor Subjects
AP Spanish Literature and Culture
Conversational Spanish
Spanish
Spanish 1

My positive experiences involving Second Language Acquisition serve as my primary reason for continuing to promote the benefits that the Spanish language poses both culturally and linguistically for students. It is my goal to combine my personal experiences with my ability to be a compassionate and ...

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Boston College

Master of Arts, Hispanic and Latin American Languages

University of Delaware

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Iberian Studies

Pat

Certified Tutor

Pat

Masters, Behavioral Science
Pat's other Tutor Subjects
5th-8th Grade Science
Arithmetic
College Level American History
Elementary Math

I am an educator with experience at the public school, community college and university level. A few years ago I decided to focus solely on elementary, middle, and high school students. I substitute teach about 90% of the school calendar year and I have been a tutor (in home and online). In fact, su...

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George Washington University

Masters, Behavioral Science

Old Dominion University

Bachelors, History and French

Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

Jeffrey

Masters, Education
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Reading Comprehension
ACT Aspire
ASPIRE English
ASPIRE Reading

My unique background as a professional actor and playwright in New York City along with my 6 years of experience working in classrooms grades K-8 provide me with the tools to create an engaging and focused tutoring session. I hold three Pennsylvania Instructional I Certifications (Communications [La...

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Felician College

Masters, Education

Marymount Manhattan College

Bachelors, Theatre

Anna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Anna

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Arithmetic
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I am a recent graduate of the University of Massachusetts Lowell where I received a BS in Mathematics and a minor in STEM Education. I will begin teaching mathematics at Lowell High School in the Fall of 2015, and I could not be more excited! Before I graduated college, I worked for the Centers for ...

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University of Massachusetts-Lowell

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Alexandre

Certified Tutor

Alexandre

Bachelors, Commerce, Geography
Alexandre's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational French
French
French 1
French 2

Hello, I am a passionate and energetic native French Teacher from Brittany, France. I have over 10 years of experience teaching all levels and experiences of French to various age groups from children to adults. My goal as French tutor is to help students reach their full potential and give them con...

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Mcgill University

Bachelors, Commerce, Geography

Meredith

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Meredith

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering
Meredith's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2011 majoring in Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering and minoring in Chemistry. I worked for several years as a product engineer in industry and now am applying to go to medical school. While a college student, I was a campus tour guide,...

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University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering

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Dr. Laura

Academic Coaching Tutor • +36 Subjects

I currently hold an EdD in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University and have over ten years experience working in Online Higher Education. My dissertation was titled, Sustainable Attitudes Amongst Management Staff at ABC University.During my undergraduate schooling, I majored in Art and was a member of the NCAA Womens soccer team. My junior year I spent the summer abroad in England and studied International Communications at Oxford University.My education also includes a Master Degree in Mass Communications from San Jose State University, and a post doctoral certificate in plant based nutrition from Cornell University. I am a certified TEFL professor and teach ESL from ages four to adult. In addition, I have taught at the high school and elementary level. I have been told by both students and supervisors that I am able to make abstract concepts fun and understandable. I am the proud mother to a seven year old boy named Jesse. In my spare time I enjoy running and yoga.

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Jessica

ACT English Tutor • +18 Subjects

I am currently a senior at Baylor University studying Medical Anthropology and Biology. After graduation, I plan to pursue graduate work in public health. I've worked for the past two years on campus as an undergraduate tutor, mainly focusing on biology, chemistry, and English. I also enjoy tutoring for ACT and SAT preparation and believe anyone can succeed on these exams with the right strategies and preparation. I am also a certified ESL instructor and teach a local adult course. Additionally, I speak Spanish at an intermediate level.

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Adesh

12th Grade Math Tutor • +42 Subjects

I have always been a goal oriented and reaching-for-the-stars individual. As a New York native, I graduated as the salutatorian from high school with regents' honors. I have excelled with 95%+ in all of my high school regents examinations. As a high school student I fell in love with Math & Science and frequently tutored my colleagues who were struggling with their classes. In my senior year of high school I achieved the NY1 Scholar Athlete scholarship and was placed on the NYC Chancellor's Honor Roll. I then went on to Stony Brook University where I graduated with my Bachelors of Science in Biology. At Stony Brook, I was on the Dean's List every semester and a Golden Key Honor Society Member. After completing my undergraduate science classes, I became a Teaching Assistant for Biology and Chemistry. As a teaching assistant, I met with students on a one to one basis during office hours and helped strengthen their problem areas.After undergrad, I went to medical school and graduated with honors. During medical school I tutored and prepared students for the United States Medical License examinations. I prepared and delivered daily lectures for the internal medicine students and increased the pass rate from 65% to 90%. I completed my medical clerkships and attained my M.D. December 2014.I am committed, devoted and conscientious to everything I set my mind on and my decision to tutor reflects my lifelong desire for personal growth and education. When tutoring, I believe that 'diagnosing' a student's weakness is essential to building a strong foundation. It is my motto to work hard and give nothing less than my very best. It brings joy to me and the thrill of seeing a student improve with my help drives my compassion and love for teaching. Teaching not only excites me but has become a part of me that I am dedicated to and passionate about. In my spare time I enjoy playing volleyball and running various races and marathons.

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Yurum

Algebra Tutor • +20 Subjects

Up until recently Theoretical Physics was my main passion and the only thing I was focused on, but I fell in love with business model design and as such I am currently in the process of starting my own company. I am dedicated to creating the foundations of knowledge and possibilities that may one day trigger a new wave of human knowledge and human experience.

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Kenan

10th Grade Math Tutor • +50 Subjects

One thing I know for sure is, as a student, the feeling of studying for a class or test and only vaguely understanding the material can be extremely stressful. That's why I am more than happy to share my knowledge with others who are struggling! Tutoring is a great way for me to spend my time helping others excel.I am currently a student at Rice University in Houston, Texas where I am majoring in Mathematical Economic Analysis. I have a strong math background and am also to teach test prep, having scored in the top percentile on the SAT and PSAT in high school. Best of all, I am still in school, so I know exactly what it is like to have classes, homework, tests, and deadlines!

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Rohan

Algebra Tutor • +7 Subjects

I am currently a rising Sophomore at Virginia Commonwealth University majoring in Computer Science and a minor in Finance. I have been private tutoring for almost 3 years and specialize in improving SAT and ACT Math scores. I have taken 11 AP classes at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology including Calculus AB and scored a 5. I have also scored a perfect 800 on the SAT Math 2 subject test and 36 on ACT Math. As the Co-President of the StartupTJ club at his school, I enjoy guiding motivated students through the process of launching their own profitable business. In my free time, I love to play basketball, golf, and catch my Boston sports teams play.

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Lori

Algebra Tutor • +9 Subjects

Math and statistics don't have to make you want to pull your hair out. I can help you understand the details you need for your classes and show you how the concepts apply to real life.In the past, I've taken years of graduate level statistics, and served as a TA for introductory statistics, on my way to earning a Masters and a PhD. In the years since I finished, I became an expert in data visualization and business analytics.I really enjoy working with students who ask a lot of questions and I can't wait to hear yours.

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Natasha

ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills Tutor • +33 Subjects

I believe that every person can get better at their task if they put their mind to it. I am a fifth year teacher who has taught both social studies and language arts at the middle school level. I've tutored at the elementary and adult levels, as well. My goal as a tutor is to help and guide students where they need/want to be. I want to know that my students understand the subject or topic at hand. As a teacher already, I know how to make connections and meaning to the topic and can help guide others into understanding, as well. I am driven to helping others accomplish their goal no matter how many sessions it takes, because that is my job.

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Carolyn

Elementary Math Tutor • +38 Subjects

I am a graduate of The Ohio State University and received my Bachelor of Arts in Korean. After graduation, I was blessed with various opportunities and experiences that have enriched the quality of my life. I interned for 3 months under the professional golfer in Dallas, TX. I worked with their non-profit organization that provides aid to young and aspiring golfers and traveled to Tampa, Florida and Seoul, South Korea. After the internship ended, I returned to Columbus, Ohio and had a number of odd jobs before starting full-time at The Ohio State University. At The Ohio State University, I worked at the Office of Legal Affairs as a legal secretary/front-desk receptionist for 2 years before realizing my passion for helping children. So I decided to quit my desk job and am currently enrolled at OSU studying child psychology.I am approved to tutor Elementary and Middle school level Math, Reading, English, Study skills and Organization, ESL/ELL, ISEE-Lower Level, SSAT-Elementary Level, Korean language and Korean culture. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite subject is Korean language and culture. I love sharing and spreading my heritage with others and enjoy learning about other cultures as well. My #1 policy for tutoring is patience. I believe every person deserves a second chance (and maybe even a third, fourth and fifth!) and will strive to always be patient and encouraging when working with students. As far as teaching style, I will do an assessment of new clients and will apply Bloom's taxonomy in every project. I start off by making sure the student remembers and understands the basic knowledge of a concept, then I will help the student apply and analyze their knowledge for a deeper and enriching learning experience. After a few sessions, I'll re-evaluate the student's needs and make any necessary modifications in order to help the student attain their goal(s).Another large part of my life is devoted to volunteering at church. I was the Treasurer and Vice President of the Young Adults/College group for the year of 2013. I am currently the Praise Team leader for Friday worship service and enjoy singing and playing piano. Every summer, I volunteer as a counselor for Ohio Youth Camp and last summer, I traveled to Jamaica for 10 days on a short-term mission trip. Also in my spare time, I enjoy reading, journaling, listening to music, running, and watching comedies.

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Justin

Algebra Tutor • +19 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

In 2nd grade literature, students are building foundational reading comprehension and phonics skills while exploring simple stories and picture books. They're learning to identify main ideas, understand characters and their feelings, make predictions about what happens next, and answer basic questions about texts they read. Students also begin recognizing word families, sight words, and using context clues to understand new vocabulary. These early literacy skills are essential building blocks for all future reading success.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify exactly where a student is struggling—whether it's phonics, fluency, comprehension, or confidence—and create a customized plan. Tutors can use multisensory techniques, break down challenging concepts into smaller steps, and provide immediate feedback and encouragement. Regular tutoring sessions help struggling readers build confidence, improve fluency, and develop a genuine love of reading, which often leads to faster progress than group classroom settings where individual needs can be harder to address.

Expert tutors help 2nd graders develop key strategies like making predictions before and during reading, visualizing scenes from stories, asking questions about what they're reading, and retelling stories in their own words. Tutors also teach students to identify story elements like characters, settings, and basic plot points, and help them make connections between what they're reading and their own experiences. These active reading strategies transform students from passive readers into engaged thinkers who truly understand and enjoy what they read.

Tutors assess where each student is in their phonics journey—whether they need work on letter sounds, blending, word families, or more complex patterns—and build from there. Using systematic, direct instruction combined with decodable texts and repeated practice, tutors help students master the sound-symbol relationships they need to become independent readers. When students understand how letters work together to make words, they gain confidence and can tackle new words on their own, which dramatically accelerates reading progress.

Reading fluency is the ability to read words accurately and smoothly with appropriate pace and expression, while comprehension is understanding what those words actually mean. Both are essential—a student might read words correctly but miss the story's meaning, or struggle to read smoothly and get so focused on decoding that comprehension suffers. Tutors work on both simultaneously through guided reading practice, repeated readings of engaging texts, and strategies that help students balance speed with understanding. This balanced approach ensures students become confident, capable readers who love stories.

Tutors select books based on each student's current reading level, interests, and instructional needs. For a beginning 2nd grader, this might mean decodable books with controlled vocabulary and supportive illustrations. As students progress, tutors gradually introduce more complex texts while maintaining engagement with topics the student loves—whether that's animals, adventure, humor, or friendship stories. When students read books they're genuinely excited about at the right level of challenge, they practice more willingly and build stronger reading skills faster.

With consistent personalized instruction, students typically show improvements in reading level, fluency, accuracy, and confidence within 4-6 weeks. Many students move up reading levels, require fewer picture clues to understand stories, and become more willing to tackle unfamiliar books independently. Beyond measurable progress, parents often notice their child is more excited about reading, chooses books during free time, and demonstrates better comprehension in conversations about stories. The timeline varies based on where each student starts and the frequency of tutoring, but regular sessions with an expert tutor create measurable momentum in early literacy skills.

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