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Kathleen
Most pre-calculus courses throw the unit circle, rational functions, and logarithmic properties at students in rapid succession without showing the thread connecting them — Kathleen's math degree from Washington University means she sees that thread clearly and teaches accordingly. She's especially ...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
10+ years
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...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
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
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
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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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Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
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Liz
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 ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
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Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
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James
I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
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Elena
I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle ...
University of Edinburgh
Masters, Biblical Studies
Mcgill University
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Henry
I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
Harvard College
Bachelor in Arts, History
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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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Pre-Calculus shifts from memorizing procedures to understanding why those procedures work. You'll move from solving equations to analyzing functions deeply—exploring their behavior, transformations, and real-world applications. Many students find this conceptual leap challenging, especially when it comes to trigonometry and understanding how functions model real situations. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps you build this deeper understanding rather than just memorizing formulas.
Word problems require you to translate English into mathematical language, identify which concepts apply, and then execute multiple steps correctly—it's a multi-layered skill. Many students struggle because they focus on "getting the answer" rather than understanding what the problem is asking. Working with a tutor helps you develop a systematic approach: reading carefully, identifying variables, setting up equations correctly, and checking if your answer makes sense in context.
Trigonometry clicks when you see it visually and connect it to real patterns. Many students memorize sin, cos, and tan without understanding the unit circle or why these ratios matter. A tutor can help you build that foundational understanding—seeing how trig functions describe circular motion, waves, and periodic behavior. Once you grasp the "why," the formulas and identities become tools instead of mysterious rules.
Graphing in Pre-Calculus goes beyond plotting points—you need to understand asymptotes, domain/range, transformations, and end behavior. Tutors help you see the connection between an equation and its graph, teaching you to predict behavior before you plot anything. This visual-algebraic connection is crucial for calculus and makes problem-solving faster and more confident.
Yes. St. Louis schools across our 9 school districts use different textbooks and approaches, and tutors are experienced working with various curricula. Whether your school uses traditional Pre-Calculus sequences, integrated math programs, or honors-level material, Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can align with your specific course and teaching style. This ensures consistency between your tutoring and classroom instruction.
Math anxiety often stems from feeling lost or unsupported when concepts don't click immediately. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction creates a judgment-free space where you can ask questions, work at your own pace, and build confidence through small wins. Tutors help you see patterns and connections you might miss in a classroom, turning confusion into clarity and anxiety into confidence.
Your first session focuses on understanding where you are right now. A tutor will assess your strengths, identify specific topics causing trouble (whether it's functions, trig, or problem-solving strategies), and learn your learning style. From there, they'll create a personalized plan targeting your gaps and goals—whether that's mastering a unit, preparing for the AP exam, or building confidence before calculus.
Showing work reveals your thinking process and helps teachers (and tutors) understand where mistakes happen. In Pre-Calculus, this matters even more because conceptual understanding is being tested, not just final answers. A tutor can teach you how to organize and present your work clearly, which improves both your understanding and your test performance—teachers can give partial credit when your reasoning is visible.
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