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Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
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Duke University
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Jacob
I am eager to help students thrive because I'm still very much a student myself, and will be for the foreseeable future. Though I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate student in Literature, and learned quite a bit during my time at Vanderbilt, there's still more work to be done. I am working towards ...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelors in Literature

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Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science

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10+ years
Sherry
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College, Columbia University. In the past, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a public school classroom, a mento...
University of Chicago
Bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics

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Ethan
I am not teaching or grading papers, I can usually be found playing some brass instrument or another, umpiring baseball, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending far too much time on Netflix.
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9+ years
Michelle
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University of Iowa
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I am a firm believer that clear, precise communication between student and tutor makes for a productive and fulfilling learning experience. When I work with students, I strive to listen carefully to find out exactly where they are struggling, and to impart corresponding strategies clearly and concis...
Boston University
PHD, American Studies
Harvard University
Bachelors

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10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
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Catherine
I am a graduate student in the humanities who is lucky enough to teach, read, and write for a living. I am passionately committed to educational access and helping young people reach their full potential. It has been my privilege to work with dozens of bright and talented students over the years, ra...
Stanford University
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I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
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Samuel
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I am a current Master's Student studying Philosophy with a wide range of academic interests. I graduated with General Honors from the University of Chicago in 2018 with degrees in Statistics and East Asian Languages and Civilizations. I enjoy helping students achieve their full potential and primarily tutor standardized tests and college prep. Outside of tutoring I spend my time reading and playing board games.
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I am a board certified physical therapist, with a special interest in pediatric physical therapy. I completed my DPT at Northwestern University, and received my undergraduate degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Vanderbilt University. During my time at Northwestern, I gained experience tutoring in coursework that required the highest level of academic rigor. I use my extensive science background to help students better understand the fundamentals of the physical therapy curriculum, and draw upon my clinical experience to frame that information in a more understandable and useful way. After experiencing the extensive prep-work that goes into preparing for the NPTE myself, I am eager to use my knowledge and experience to help any candidate feel more confident in taking this very important step in their career!
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I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
Ken
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I am a Wake Forest University graduate with a degree in Psychology, and I am currently pursuing a career as a physical therapist.
Justin
Calculus Tutor • +38 Subjects
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue engaging in my passions for learning and teaching. While in school, I have spent countless hours coaching high school speech and debate both in person and working online with students across the country. My focus in coaching has been to emphasize philosophy and critical thought to prepare students to think through novel arguments on their own. I am passionate about teaching and tutoring because I love seeing students learn to be intellectually independent and think through problems on their own terms by developing their critical thinking skills. I have devoted my life to education because I am passionate about it, and I try to share some of my passion for learning with the students I work with. I tutor all sorts of Standardized Tests, and I particularly enjoy working on logic-based problems like analogies and math sections. When I am not tutoring or reading for school, I enjoy strategy games (both board games and video games), listening to music, hiking, playing basketball, and just relaxing with friends.
Aditya
Calculus Tutor • +16 Subjects
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Todd
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +64 Subjects
I'm passionate about learning. I was fortunate to have great teachers at the University of Chicago in my graduate education, and at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in my undergraduate education.
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Score improvement depends on your starting point and study commitment, but most students see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation. If you're starting around the 50th percentile (around 150), improvement of 5-10 points is realistic with consistent practice and targeted instruction. Students starting lower often see larger percentage gains as they build foundational skills in reading comprehension and vocabulary.
The key is identifying your specific weak areas—whether that's time management on Reading Comprehension, mastering Text Completion logic, or building test-taking confidence—and addressing them systematically with expert guidance.
GRE Reading Comprehension requires a different approach than standardized reading tests. Rather than reading every word carefully, successful test-takers learn to identify the passage structure, author's main point, and argument patterns—then locate specific details only when needed for questions.
Common timing strategies include: reading the first and last sentence carefully for main idea, skimming middle sections, and reading question stems before diving back into the passage. Tutors help you practice these techniques under timed conditions so you can internalize them, typically allowing 3-4 minutes per passage while maintaining accuracy.
Not necessarily. While vocabulary knowledge helps, the GRE tests reading comprehension and reasoning skills more than pure vocabulary recall. That said, understanding common word patterns and contextual clues is essential for Text Completion and Sentence Equivalence questions.
A smarter approach focuses on high-frequency GRE words (roughly 500-1000 that appear most often), understanding word relationships and roots, and developing strategies to infer meaning from context. Tutors help you identify which vocabulary gaps actually affect your score, then build retention through spaced repetition and practice with real GRE questions.
GRE Verbal has three main question types: Reading Comprehension (longer passages with multiple questions), Text Completion (fill-in-the-blank sentences testing vocabulary and logic), and Sentence Equivalence (choosing two synonymous words that complete a sentence).
Many students find Reading Comprehension most challenging because it requires both speed and deep comprehension under pressure. Others struggle with Text Completion's nuanced vocabulary and logic. Expert tutors assess which formats trip you up and provide targeted strategy practice, including how to manage the increased difficulty as questions get harder (the CAT format adapts to your performance).
Most test-takers benefit from taking 3-5 full-length practice tests during their preparation. However, quantity matters less than how you use them. Each test should be taken under authentic conditions (timed, no interruptions), followed by careful review to understand why you missed questions.
A typical schedule spaces practice tests throughout your study period: one early to establish a baseline, several mid-preparation to track progress and identify persistent weak areas, and one or two closer to test day for confidence building. Between tests, you'll focus on targeted drills in your problem areas—this targeted work drives improvement more than test-taking itself.
Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with question formats or fear of running out of time. The most effective antidote is practice under realistic conditions—repeatedly experiencing the test format and building confidence through demonstrated improvement.
Tutors help by: having you practice timed sections regularly so pressure feels familiar, teaching you to skip difficult questions strategically (you don't need to answer every question correctly to score well), and building a concrete test-day strategy so you enter the exam with a clear plan rather than improvising. Many students also benefit from explicit anxiety management techniques like controlled breathing, which tutors can integrate into practice sessions.
Most students dedicate 2-4 months to GRE Verbal preparation, with 10-15 hours per week of focused study. If you're also preparing for GRE Quant or starting from a lower baseline, you may benefit from 4-6 months.
The timeline depends on your starting score, target score, and current schedule. Rather than cramming, consistent study (especially spaced practice with real GRE questions) produces better results. Tutors help you create a realistic study plan tailored to your timeline and goals, ensuring you build skills progressively rather than trying to absorb everything at once.
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