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Megan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Megan

Master's/Graduate
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Hello parents and future students! I've been tutoring for more than six years now and have tons of experience working with learners of all ages. My teaching focuses on building confidence and encouraging vulnerability- we all make mistakes and tutoring helps us fix them! As for some background on my...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Master's/Graduate

Zach

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Zach

BS
Zach's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Geometry

Four years running Yale MATHCOUNTS sessions meant Zach had to explain quantitative concepts to students with wildly different preparation levels — exactly the skill college math demands, where one student is shaky on algebraic manipulation while another is stuck on integration techniques. His biolog...

Education

Yale University

BS

Danielle

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Danielle

MS
Danielle's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

I am an entrepreneurial travel-loving media professional living in New Orleans. I have a Master in Business Administration from Tulane University and I love teaching all sorts of subjects, especially math. In terms of hobbies, you can find me long-distance running, studying data science, exploring ...

Education

Tulane University of Louisiana

MS

Northwestern University

MS

Elias

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Elias

Bachelor
Elias's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

College-level math moves fast, and whether the course is linear algebra, multivariable calculus, or differential equations, falling behind one week can snowball quickly. Elias brings the rigor of his Penn bioengineering program to these sessions, explaining concepts like eigenvalues or partial deriv...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor

Benicio

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Benicio

Bachelor
Benicio's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Calculus
College Math

Studying biology at MIT means Benicio's coursework throws calculus, linear algebra, and quantitative modeling at him alongside organic chemistry and genetics — so he's working through the same college math gauntlet his students are navigating right now. That real-time familiarity with how professors...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor

Christopher

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Christopher

Bachelor
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I graduated from Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota, with a Bachelor of Arts degree, having majored in mathematics. Since then, I've worked for a number of health technology companies as a business analyst, usually helping to bridge the communications gap between programming staff and end use...

Education

Carleton College

Bachelor

Curran

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Curran

AB
Curran's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra

As a professional educator with over a decade of experience, I specialize in delivering personalized, high-impact instruction across the humanities, test preparation, and college readiness. I've taught everything from early literacy and middle school ELA to AP-level history, civics, and economicsand...

Education

University of Notre Dame

AB

Joseph

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joseph

Master's/Graduate
Joseph's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra

I'm passionate about helping students because I believe everyone deserves the tools and preparation to build a brighter future. Education isn't just about learning facts, it's about discovering your potential, and I love being part of that journey. I've worked with students from all levels, from ...

Education

Yonsei University

Master's/Graduate

Lehigh University

Bachelor

Alliyah

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alliyah

BS
Alliyah's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

Studying computational science at Harvard means Alliyah is currently working through calculus sequences, linear algebra, and statistics — the same courses her college math students are tackling — while simultaneously coding in Python and Java, which gives her an algorithmic instinct for breaking mul...

Education

Harvard University

BS

Pedro

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Pedro

Bachelor
Pedro's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra
College Algebra

I believe all students start at different levels and can achieve their goal with help. I am here to be that tutor/coach to help you get to the next stage. I am also available for students with learning disabilities including ADHD and/or those struggling with performance anxiety, etc.

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor

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Dario

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +25 Subjects

I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from MIT with a Concentration in Philosophy at Harvard University. I also possess a decade of experience as a teacher of High School Mathematics at international schools in North America, Europe and Asia. I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Furthermore, I have reached an intermediate proficiency level of French, Italian and German. Regarding my tutoring, I feel comfortable teaching Mathematics in both English and Spanish. I enjoy one-on-one tutoring because it gives me the chance to taylor my lessons to the specific needs of a student. My preference is to build knowledge from first principles and to encourage reasoning and independent thinking. I consider it is also essential to create lasting study habits, which will serve well beyond a single Mathematics subject. Fundamentally, I like to develop a mentoring relationship with my students. It is extremely rewarding to see the sparkle in a student's eyes when they master a new topic. I also find it uplifting to witness how students gain self-confidence in dealing with mathematical concepts.

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Alexis

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +44 Subjects

Personal Statement Mathematics is a very challenging discipline. In addition to it being challenging and demanding, it is also intimidating. Anyone who has ever spent hours working on math problems has learned to respect this area of specialty. Academia, however, is seeing an influx of students who enter each course wondering if that particular course will turn out to be the one that will derail their career dreams. Students are fully aware of the difficult task that lies before them and despite their best efforts they are still not successful. As a result, educators have the daunting task of identifying student's abilities, diagnosing and treating fear, in addition to teaching them the new material. A major component of my teaching philosophy deals with the fear component. Let me contest that I do not believe that students are lazy or incompetent but rather they are disgruntled and misinformed; that they somehow strayed away due to constant failures in mathematics. Failure can be constructive as long as it is dealt with quickly and by someone who knows the path to success. The problem is that this usually doesn't happen. Students typically work independently and without guidance. Students typically underestimate the time needed to learn the concepts needed; take too many complex courses while juggling a career and a family; but the greatest cause, in my opinion, is fear and anxiety, fear of not knowing where to begin and fear that their best efforts in the study process will still cause them to fail. As a result, students tend to avoid the issue altogether. As I am nearing my twentieth year as an educator, I am still dealing with this obstacle. There is no simple solution and I certainly will not devalue a student's education. Instead, I have felt that I should simply be honest about the task at hand. We as educators should make it clear that persistence is the key here and that there will be few chances at instant gratification. Mathematics is one of those courses that require a lot of investment in one's time and energy before results are shown. My convictions on mathematics and education in general are that people will always fear what they do not understand. It is the responsibility of the instructor to reduce that fear by presenting the material in such a way that students can understand and ultimately build confidence. All of these things can be done without compromising the goals of the course. Awareness on the part of the student will help immensely in eliminating the fear of mathematics. It is with this charge that I took up a career in education. I wanted a career that would allow me to assist students in becoming exceptional communicators, logical thinkers, and independent learners. By collaborating with students in their own education, we together can bring about successful mathematics instruction and enlist in students a feeling of pride, enjoyment, and appreciation of mathematics.

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Susan Caroline

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +31 Subjects

I'm a mechanical engineer, educated at MIT and Stanford. Previously, I have worked as a design engineer in the medical device design field. I like being able to help someone figure out how to make something work--to help them accomplish something they're struggling with. I love the 'I get it now' moment that comes from when a tutoring session has been successful.

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William

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +64 Subjects

In 2022, I completed my Ph.D. in Chemistry at Vanderbilt University. My goal is to use my expertise in chemistry, algebra, and calculus to help students not only learn but also enjoy these subjects. My favorite subject to teach is general chemistry as it highlights the importance of interdisciplinary study combining, physics, math, and even biology. While my degree expertise lies in chemistry, I am equally adapt in teaching all levels of mathematics. I take pride in reinforcing mathematics concepts with tangible applications in other fields to highlight its importance and making learning interesting.

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Lukas

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +48 Subjects

Certified Teacher. Hi! My name is Lukas Brazdeikis and I have a strong background in computer science, physics, math, and designing course material. I will help your student learn as effectively as I can while also showing them the practical value of the knowledge they learn. I recently graduated from Duke University with a Master's in computer engineering. I also have an education minor from my undergrad. My course load has included computer science, computer skills, physics, math, chemistry, biology, geology, history, English, and business. I have plenty of experience in teaching and designing course content. I have designed my own 30-hour online course and have excellent communication and motivation skills. My advanced degree tells you I have the academic background to teach most STEM or business subjects depending on the age range. My teaching style is focused on being effective. I am effective by learning what motivates my students, finding ways to personalize teaching material, and demonstrating the practical value of the knowledge they learn. I specialize in the following: GRE quantitative, GMAT, high school math, high school computer science, and college computer science.

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Simon

Statistics Tutor • +21 Subjects

I have a PhD in computational physics from the University Of Pennsylvania, as well as a degree in physics and computer science from the University Of British Columbia. I have years of experience as a teaching assistant and have been an instructor at a college level. I've taught hundreds of students to program effectively in a wide range of languages, as well many different physics courses. In the corporate world, I've found the experience of watching a mentee grow and thrive the most satisfying. While small classroom experiences are fun, I love working one on one with students - the moment when an idea "clicks" is just as fun for the teacher as it is for the student!

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Sruti

12th Grade math Tutor • +85 Subjects

I am a PhD student at Carnegie Mellon University in the field of Electrical and Computer Engineering. I recently completed my bachelors also at Carnegie Mellon University in Electrical and Computer Engineering as well as Human Computer Interaction. Over the last several years, I have experience teaching a wide variety of students ranging from elementary school math, introduction to programming for children, as well as college level classes. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Physics, and Computer Science. I really enjoy teaching programming, especially in fun and engaging ways. I like to relate what I teach to things my students are passionate about, or teach them through fun activities and games, so that they are easier to understand. I also help students prepare for standardized tests and have several strategies that I can share, especially for the math section of the tests. In my spare time, I enjoy dancing, music, hiking and anything outdoors!

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Elsa Marine Jade Aboueu

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +13 Subjects

Hello! My name is Elsa, and I'm passionate about helping students gain confidence and clarity in mathematics. I hold a Master of Science in Statistics from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor's in Mathematics. Over the past few years, I've tutored students from K12 through college-level math, including algebra, calculus, geometry, and statistics, both in-person and online. As a native French speaker, I also enjoy helping students improve their French language skills or supporting bilingual learners who feel more comfortable learning math in French. My goal is always to make learning engaging, approachable, and empowering!

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Fernando

Applied Mathematics Tutor • +87 Subjects

Hi! I am a math and science enthusiast first and foremost. Officially, I am a Harvard Biophysics graduate student. I enjoy problem-solving, discussing science, and sharing my expertise with others. I double majored in Applied Mathematics & Statistics and Biomedical Engineering. I love teaching Physics, and I have extensive experience tutoring Discrete Math and Real Analysis. I also served as a teaching fellow at Johns Hopkins University in Probability and Statistics, and later at Harvard University in Stochastic Processes. In addition, I completed a variety of foundational and applied computer science courses in college and applied these skills in various projects. I have been fluent in Java, and today I primarily use Python and R for my research projects. While most of my teaching experience is at the college level, I also enjoy working with high school students, whether in standard, honors, or AP- or IB-level courses.

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Benjamin

Applied Mathematics Tutor • +40 Subjects

I received my PhD in mathematics from Drexel University in 2019. I really enjoyed teaching as a graduate student, and working as a tutor here seems like a nice way to get back into it. Before graduate school, I went to Johns Hopkins. I started out as a "chemical and biomolecular engineering" major, but then ended up switching to a double major in math and electrical engineering. I graduated with a BA in math and MS in electrical engineering. From there, I went to Drexel University to write and defend my dissertation in mathematics, which was about two unsolved problems in linear algebra. While in Johns Hopkins and Drexel University, I ended up teaching a lot of math and a bit of science not only as a tutor, but also as a teaching assistant and as a primary instructor. Since then, I've been working as a mathematician; I worked as a postdoctoral researcher in the Free University of Brussels for one year, and then as a research scientist at the Air Force Research Lab in Dayton, Ohio for two years. It's been a rewarding career, but I have missed teaching. When it comes to teaching, I try my best to take a flexible approach and meet students where they are. I am a big believer in the power of intuition and curiosity, so I try to teach in a way that nurtures both. I find that it is important not only to know how to get from problem statement to solution, but also to have some understanding of why the pieces fit together the way they do. Besides math and teaching, I enjoy singing, playing piano, playing online chess, and doing the New York Times crossword (and other word games). Lately, I've been trying to get back into running and yoga.

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Frequently Asked Questions

College Math requires a shift from memorizing procedures to understanding underlying concepts and why methods work. Students often struggle because they've relied on formula application rather than developing mathematical reasoning. A tutor can help bridge this gap by teaching you to recognize patterns, understand the logic behind theorems, and apply concepts flexibly across different problem types—skills essential for success in calculus, linear algebra, and beyond.

Word problems require translating real-world scenarios into mathematical language—a skill separate from computation. Effective strategies include identifying what's being asked, defining variables clearly, breaking multi-step problems into manageable chunks, and checking whether your answer makes sense in context. A tutor can teach you to visualize problems through diagrams or tables, recognize problem types you've seen before, and develop a systematic approach so word problems feel like puzzles to solve rather than obstacles.

Proofs require logical thinking and the ability to justify every step—a significant jump from plugging numbers into formulas. Many students struggle because they don't see how to start or what counts as valid reasoning. A tutor can show you proof structures (direct proof, contradiction, induction), help you identify what you know versus what you need to prove, and guide you through working backwards from the conclusion. Over time, you'll recognize common proof patterns and develop confidence in mathematical argumentation.

Graphing connects abstract equations to visual representations, helping you see relationships between variables and understand behavior across different domains. Many students skip this step and miss crucial insights—like why a function has asymptotes or how parameters affect a curve's shape. A tutor can teach you to sketch graphs by hand (not just use calculators), interpret key features like intercepts and slopes, and move fluidly between equations, graphs, and real-world interpretations. This visual literacy strengthens your overall mathematical understanding.

In College Math, showing work demonstrates your reasoning process and helps instructors identify where misunderstandings occur—partial credit often depends on it. More importantly, writing out steps forces you to organize your thinking and catch errors before they compound. A tutor can help you develop clear mathematical communication: explaining why you chose a method, labeling steps logically, and justifying your reasoning. This habit builds deeper understanding and prepares you for upper-level courses where conceptual clarity matters more than computational speed.

Multi-step equations require maintaining order of operations, tracking variables across steps, and avoiding algebraic errors that compound—one mistake early on ruins the entire solution. Common pitfalls include distributing incorrectly, losing negative signs, or forgetting to apply operations to both sides of an equation. A tutor can slow down the process, help you check your work at each stage, teach you to estimate what a reasonable answer looks like, and build pattern recognition so you spot your typical errors before they happen. This develops both accuracy and mathematical confidence.

Math anxiety often stems from past struggles, rushed learning, or feeling lost in class—and it genuinely impairs your ability to access knowledge you actually have. A tutor creates a low-pressure environment where you can ask questions without judgment, work through problems at your own pace, and gradually build confidence through small wins. By understanding concepts deeply rather than memorizing procedures, you develop a sense of control and mastery. Regular practice with feedback also reduces test anxiety because you've solved similar problems before and know you can handle them.

Yes—different textbooks emphasize different approaches (some focus on graphing first, others on algebra), and your professor may have specific expectations about notation, proof style, or problem-solving methods. A tutor familiar with your course can align instruction with what your professor expects, help you navigate your textbook effectively, and ensure you're building skills in the order your course requires. When connecting with a tutor, sharing your syllabus and textbook information helps ensure you get support tailored to your exact course structure.

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