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Anniessa

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Anniessa

Masters in Education, Foreign Language Teacher Education
Anniessa's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Fractions, ratios, and proportional reasoning click faster when students see how they connect to real situations — something Anniessa leans into from years of K-12 tutoring experience. Her education background trained her to find creative entry points for abstract concepts, so a student struggling w...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Masters in Education, Foreign Language Teacher Education

Mcgill University

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Audrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Audrey

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology
Audrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Audrey spent time at Grinnell tutoring a professor's 8th grader through recreational math and competition problems, so she's seen firsthand how middle schoolers think through ratios, geometric reasoning, and early algebraic concepts. Her math degree gives her the depth to explain not just the how bu...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology

Grinnell College

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Katie

Master of Social Work, Social Work
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

A 35 on the ACT means Katie has the quantitative chops to teach middle school math credibly, but it's her social work training that gives her an edge with this age group — she reads a student's frustration before it spirals and adjusts the explanation on the spot. She's particularly effective at bre...

Education

Fordham University

Master of Social Work, Social Work

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Literature, History, and Criticism

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Marika

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Marika's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Fractions, ratios, and proportions come up constantly in veterinary medicine — calculating drug dosages, mixing solutions, interpreting lab results. Marika draws on those real-world applications to make middle school math concepts click, giving students a reason to care about the numbers. Rated 5.0 ...

Education

University of Wisconsin Madison

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Danny

Masters, Music Education
Danny's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

Danny's music education background — both a bachelor's and master's — means he's spent years teaching students to count subdivisions, recognize patterns, and think in ratios, all of which map directly onto middle school topics like fractions, proportional reasoning, and order of operations. His 1450...

Education

Boston University

Masters, Music Education

St. Olaf College

Bachelors, Vocal Music Education

Test Scores
SAT
1450

Certified Tutor

Jaya

Bachelors, Genetics & French
Jaya's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

Jaya started tutoring back in high school as a National Honor Society member, working with younger students on exactly the kind of material that defines middle school math — fractions, ratios, proportions, and early equation-solving. She's continued that work as a volunteer at the University of Minn...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Genetics & French

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Rohit

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Economics
Rohit's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

As a debate coach and economics major, Rohit uses real-world scenarios — budgets, statistics, probability — to make middle school math concepts feel relevant rather than abstract. He's especially effective at untangling proportional reasoning and multi-step word problems, two areas where students of...

Education

University of Minnesota

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Economics

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Abirami

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Abirami's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

The jump from elementary arithmetic to middle school math catches a lot of students off guard, especially when proportional reasoning, basic geometry, and integer operations all land at once. Abirami's computer science background means she thinks in logical sequences, and she applies that same struc...

Education

University of St Thomas

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1450

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jane

Bachelor in Arts, Physics
Jane's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

A physics major who scored a 33 on the ACT, Jane tackles middle school math with the same precision she brings to her upper-level coursework — breaking down concepts like ratios, negative numbers, and basic equation-solving into clear, logical steps. Her 4.9 rating from students speaks to an ability...

Education

Coe College

Bachelor in Arts, Physics

Test Scores
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kelly

Bachelor's
Kelly's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Ratios, proportions, and integer operations can feel like a sudden leap from elementary arithmetic — Kelly breaks these concepts down using real-world scenarios that make abstract ideas click. His finance background means he's especially good at showing students why fractions and percentages actuall...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1470

Certified Tutor

Colleen

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Colleen's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Math
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade Reading
3rd-8th Grade Science

The jump from arithmetic to middle school math — ratios, proportional reasoning, negative numbers, basic geometry proofs — trips up a lot of students who were previously confident. Colleen tackles each new concept by tying it back to something concrete, like using proportions to scale a recipe or ap...

Education

Arizona State University

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
31

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Emily

Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Statistics

The jump from arithmetic to proportional reasoning, negative numbers, and basic geometry can feel enormous for a middle schooler. Emily tackles each of these transitions by connecting new ideas to ones students already trust — showing, for instance, how fractions they already know lead naturally int...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Shannon

Bachelors, Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering
Shannon's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Math
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra
College Algebra

Fractions, ratios, and proportional reasoning are the concepts that trip up most middle schoolers — and they're exactly the building blocks Shannon's engineering coursework depends on daily. She breaks these topics into concrete, visual steps so students actually understand the logic behind each ope...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Abbey

Current Undergrad, English, Journalism
Abbey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Five years of tutoring and volunteering in schools means Abbey has seen firsthand where middle schoolers get tripped up — fractions turning into decimals, ratios scaling into proportions, or the leap from arithmetic to early algebraic reasoning. She breaks each concept into clear, logical steps, dra...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad, English, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Naomi

Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Naomi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Middle School Science

Fractions, ratios, and pre-algebra concepts click faster when a student understands *why* a method works, not just how to repeat it. Naomi's three years of tutoring experience — much of it with middle schoolers — means she knows exactly where kids tend to get stuck on topics like integer operations ...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

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Frequently Asked Questions

Middle school math moves from learning procedures (like how to multiply) to understanding why those procedures work. Students transition from concrete arithmetic to abstract thinking with variables, equations, and proofs. This shift can feel challenging because it requires students to see patterns and connections rather than just follow steps. A tutor can help bridge this gap by building conceptual understanding alongside procedural fluency.

Word problems require students to translate real-world scenarios into mathematical language—a skill that takes practice. Tutors work with students to break problems into manageable steps: identifying what's given, what's being asked, and which operations apply. Through guided problem-solving, students develop strategies like drawing diagrams, defining variables, and checking their work. Over time, this builds confidence and the ability to tackle unfamiliar problem types.

Showing work reveals a student's thinking process and helps identify where misconceptions occur. It's not just about getting the right answer—it's about demonstrating understanding of each step. When a tutor sees the work, they can pinpoint exactly where a student gets stuck and address the root cause rather than just the final answer. This builds stronger problem-solving skills that transfer to harder topics.

Yes. Math anxiety often stems from past struggles or feeling rushed, and personalized 1-on-1 instruction creates a judgment-free space to work through problems at the student's pace. Tutors celebrate small wins, help students see their own progress, and reframe mistakes as learning opportunities. When students experience success repeatedly, anxiety decreases and confidence grows naturally.

Multi-step equations require students to apply multiple operations in the correct order while keeping the equation balanced—a conceptual challenge many middle schoolers face. Tutors use visual strategies like balance scales or step-by-step annotation to make the logic clear. They also help students check their solutions and understand why certain steps work, building both accuracy and confidence.

Absolutely. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who are familiar with the math standards and textbooks used across Minneapolis schools. Whether your student's school uses a traditional or problem-based approach, tutors adapt their instruction to match what's happening in the classroom. This alignment helps reinforce concepts and supports success on classroom assessments.

Graphing and proofs both require students to connect visual and logical thinking—skills that develop over time with guided practice. For graphing, tutors start with the relationship between equations and their visual representations, using interactive examples to build intuition. For proofs, tutors break down the logical structure and help students understand why each step matters. Both benefit from seeing multiple examples and practicing similar problems.

The first session focuses on understanding your student's current level, learning style, and specific challenges. The tutor will review recent classwork or assessments, ask diagnostic questions, and identify gaps in understanding. This conversation helps the tutor create a personalized plan for the next sessions. You'll leave with a clear sense of what to focus on and realistic expectations for progress.

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