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Molly
I am an Illinois certified Teacher in grades K-9. I attended Northwestern University and received a Master's of Science in Education. I have ample classroom experience and expertise in elementary Math and Reading intervention. I have several tools and resources from various curricula to work with an...
Northwestern University
Master of Science in Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, History

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Allan
I'm a big Boston Celtics fan and I speak three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Biological Sciences

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Paula
I am extremely passionate about academics and learning; the value of each was inculcated into me at a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests and have been privileged enough to pursue knowledge in those areas. I even enjoy tucking away "useless...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts

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Angela
I am a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania majoring in International Relations and minoring in French and English. The studies of English and Literature have been my passion for a long time. I enjoy reading about cultures while familiarizing myself with the world’s diverse peoples. In...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science, Psychology/International Relations

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Hasan
I am a graduate of Brown University, where I earned my B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts, taking courses in a wide array of subjects ranging from contemporary American fiction to ancient Indian classics. My first teaching experience came in college when I had the privilege of creating and teachi...
Brown University
B.A. in Literary Arts and Visual Arts

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Michael
I am an incoming medical student at Albert Einstein College of Medicine who graduated with honors from Johns Hopkins University. My degree is in Public Health with a Biology concentration, but I also studied two full semesters of General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Physics. During my time at H...
Johns Hopkins
Bachelor in Arts, Public Health/Pre-Medicine

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Dakota
I am a native Texan now living in NYC. I just finished my Master's degree, and I love food, reading, and travel. I've been working and volunteering as a tutor since my high school days, and I am eager to provide advanced-level assistance to you! I'm a friendly, approachable person who maintains a pr...
Vanderbilt University
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Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts

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Jennifer
I'm communicating and working with a pupil that I get a proper indication of how to work best with them. It's crucial to understand every student is different. There are always indications on how to handle/work with each student. For example, with a hostile student I would try to ease off and allow ...
Trinity College Dublin
Masters, Theatre Directing

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Allen
I am an undergraduate student at Vanderbilt University who is pursuing a major in mathematics and a minor in computer science. My experience in tutoring environments entails working at a learning center teaching mathematics and serving as a volunteer in various mentorship and tutoring programs. Whil...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

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Jessalyn
I am “HQ” (Highly Qualified) certified to teach Social Studies for grades 7-12. I currently teach a sophomore level ethics class at St. Edwards University. I taught several classes at The University of Texas at Austin as a Doctoral Candidate, where I also earned my M.A. in Philosophy. At the Univers...
The University of Texas at Austin
PHD, Philosophy
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Nima
12th Grade math Tutor • +98 Subjects
I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me! Hobbies: writing, art, books, reading, music
Felice
8th Grade math Tutor • +57 Subjects
I am a graduate of Rutgers College - Undergraduate Business School. I received my Bachelor of Science in Finance with a minor in English. I believe that students learn best when taught in an engaging and energetic way but also believe that it is only through patience and an individualized approach that you can you truly understand the way that a student comprehends and retains that knowledge. I work hard to encompass creativity, energy, and patience in the ways that I teach. My passion for education and learning began in high school where I regularly tutored Math and English to students of all ages. For the past 9 years, I worked in the Financial Services industry in various finance and human resources roles. This experience allowed me to work with all different types of people and helped me develop my skills for understanding unique personalities and how different individuals are motivated. Throughout my career post-college, I continue to be involved in the Learning & Development of my colleagues and often create training guides and conduct training sessions on various relevant topics such as computer skills and financial applications. I am extremely excited and fortunate to have the opportunity to work with students again and in an area where my true passion has always been: education. In my spare time, I love being with friends and family, discovering food festivals around NYC and finding any excuse to travel.
Sarah
12th Grade math Tutor • +66 Subjects
I am a graduate of the University of Kentucky's College of Engineering with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Classics giving me a strong background in mathematics, language and the hard sciences. Hobbies: art, outdoors, reading, writing, books, music
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Hobbies: reading, music, running, art, books, writing
Leonid
5th Grade math Tutor • +49 Subjects
I am a motivated Mechanical Engineering student at UMass Amherst, with a strong passion for teaching. In my free time, I rock climb, dance, and build crazy robotics projects. I love helping students of all ages build understanding and excitement for various subjects. I believe that, with patience and the right set of tools, you can grow to enjoy any subject. As someone who used to be terrible at math and was taught to love it, I can attest to the fact that the right teacher can make a world of difference. I hope to work with you and help you accomplish whatever you set your mind to. Hobbies: reading, music, writing, art, books
Tara
10th Grade math Tutor • +71 Subjects
I'm sure of, it's that I genuinely enjoy tutoring. I'm also a "professional" student. I say this because absorbing, analyzing, and integrating knowledge from my medical courses are necessary skills for my own academic success. And so, I am more than happy to share my study strategies, techniques, and tips with students.
Brianna
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I am a currently a high school mathematics teacher. I graduated from the University of Richmond majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about tutoring, as I've always loved those subjects myself. Additionally, I've worked extensively with adults on business skills, marketing and social media.
Adrianna
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I am a 7th grade English/Language Arts teacher at Gary Comer College Prep Middle School in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. I have also taught math in self-contained and remedial setting. Hobbies: running, art, books, reading, music, writing
Taylor
4th Grade math Tutor • +67 Subjects
I am currently a lead preschool teacher. I received my Bachelor's in Psychology from VCU and am looking to return to school to further my education. While in college, I worked as a Supplemental Instruction leader, teaching general biology and anatomy. I have also worked in an after school program with elementary age children, but I have my fondest memories volunteering as a counselor for Camp Kesem. In my own experience, I loved school and now I love teaching even more at all age levels! I especially enjoy the challenge of getting creative to discover what approach and mediums work best for each student. I am available for in person as well as online tutoring.
Myles
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By the end of 3rd grade, students typically read at a level where they can independently understand stories with more complex plots and characters. Most 3rd graders should be reading fluently at around 90-110 words per minute and transitioning from "learning to read" to "reading to learn." They're also expected to understand the main idea of texts, identify key details, and answer questions about what they've read.
If your child is struggling with fluency or comprehension at this stage, personalized tutoring can help build confidence and address specific gaps before they impact later learning.
A tutor works with your child using strategies like asking questions before, during, and after reading to build active comprehension skills. They help students identify main ideas, make connections between texts and real life, and use context clues to understand unfamiliar words. Tutors also teach "think-aloud" strategies where students narrate their thinking process, making it easier to spot where comprehension breaks down.
With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, tutors can adjust these strategies to match your child's learning style and pace, whether they learn best through discussion, visualization, or hands-on activities.
Decoding challenges in 3rd grade often point to gaps in phonics or word families that weren't fully mastered in earlier grades. A tutor can assess exactly where those gaps are—whether it's blends, digraphs, multisyllabic words, or irregular sight words—and target instruction accordingly.
Tutors use structured, repetitive practice combined with real reading to help students build automaticity, so they recognize words quickly without always needing to sound them out. This frees up mental energy for actually understanding what they're reading, which is the real goal by 3rd grade.
Tutors connect with students by learning what they care about—whether that's animals, sports, mysteries, or fantasy—and use those interests to fuel reading practice. When kids read about topics they love, they're more motivated to work through challenging words and think deeply about stories.
Personalized instruction also means tutors can choose books and texts at just the right difficulty level, which keeps the balance between challenge and success. This builds confidence and helps students develop a genuine love of reading rather than viewing it as a chore.
Read aloud together daily, even if your child can read independently—it builds listening comprehension and exposes them to more complex language and stories. Ask questions about what happens in the story, help them predict what might come next, and let them see you reading for pleasure too.
A tutor can also give you specific strategies tailored to your child's needs, like which sight words to practice or what types of questions to ask. This parent-tutor partnership creates consistency and helps skills transfer from tutoring sessions to everyday reading.
Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand 3rd grade reading standards and can align their instruction with what your child is learning in the classroom. They can preview upcoming units, reinforce concepts the teacher is introducing, or provide extra practice on skills your child finds tricky.
Tutors also communicate with you about what they're working on, so you know exactly how tutoring complements classroom learning and can support the same skills at home.
Consider tutoring if your child is significantly behind grade-level expectations in fluency or comprehension, avoids reading, or struggles with focus during reading time. Some signs include trouble sounding out words, difficulty remembering what they just read, or frustration that's affecting their confidence.
Early intervention is powerful—addressing reading gaps in 3rd grade prevents compounding difficulties later. A tutor can assess your child's specific strengths and challenges, give you honest feedback about their progress, and create a clear plan to help them catch up and build reading joy.
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