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5+ years
Jean
I am a certified teacher, qualified to teach Social Studies, Math, and English in grades 7 through 12. With four years of substitute teaching and other classroom experience, as well as many years of tutoring in various subject areas, I am a seasoned and versatile tutor. Not only have I taught math a...
Hofstra University
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology State Certified Teacher
Certified Tutor
Sarah
I grew up in Central Arkansas and discovered my love for teaching while mentoring in impoverished schools in Little Rock. I went on to receive my Bachelor of Science in Education and my Masters of Art in Teaching with a Special Education Endorsement at the University of Arkansas. Now I am a 4th grad...
University of Arkansas
Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary School Teaching
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Nabil
I am a sophomore at Barnard College of Columbia University majoring in History with a minor in Spanish. I have 4 years tutoring experience with middle school, high school, and college students with specialties in math, writing, and Spanish. Outside of school, I enjoy working out, going to museums, a...
Barnard College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Amanda
My name is Amanda Pursel and I am a freshman at Shippensburg University this year. I am majoring in Elementary Education and minoring in Psychology. I have a love for working with kids and have been volunteering in classrooms since my junior year of high school. Senior year I spent every day after s...
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Current Undergrad, Elementary Education
Certified Tutor
14+ years
Linda
I am a licensed teacher with 15 years of classroom teaching experience. I am certified to teach grades 1 - 6 and high school English, and I also have certifications in AIG (Academically and Intellectually Gifted) and ESL (English as a Second Language). I received a BS degree in Elementary Education ...
National Louis University
Masters in Education, Educational Leadership
UW-Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Certified Tutor
Tivoli
I am currently a fourth grade special educator providing support in primarily math, reading and writing. I also work as a reading interventionist with the Leveled Literacy Intervention program as well as Sonday for students who benefited from multisensory reading instruction.I graduated in June 2004...
Graduate School of Education at Rutgers University
Master of Arts, Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Certified Tutor
Eric
Hello! My name is Eric and I am kind of a geek when it comes to math. I love teaching math and finding the right way to get math to click for you. I have been teaching math for 6 years. I taught middle school math for 3 years and high school math for 3 years. I can't wait to work with you.
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Karen
Karen is a Spanish native speaker from Colombia. She has been teaching Spanish as second language and English to Spanish speakers of all ages. She has a Bachelors of Arts in humanities, Spanish and English as second language. She is also Montessori certified.Karen has +14 years experience teaching k...
Pontifical Bolivarian University
Bachelor in Arts, Bilingual Education
Pontifical Bolivarian University
Certificate, Bilingual Education
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Samantha
I have many interest in life and love to share in coaching and tutoring those. I think partnering with those youths and adults interested in criminal justice, business, or just wanting help with cooking I am here to help. I always have my hands in new adventures, and I love learning new things, so I...
Mountain State University
Master of Science, Strategic Intelligence
Mountain State University
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Certified Tutor
Katie
As a writer and English professor, helping people tap into the power of language is my passion. I have tutored students of all levels throughout my career, from high school students hoping to improve their essay writing skills to PhD candidates working on dissertations. In my own academic journey, I...
Columbia College-Chicago
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Colorado College
Bachelor in Arts, English
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP Calculus is an advanced course typically taken in 11th or 12th grade, so 6th graders pursuing it are exceptionally gifted mathematicians. If your student is ready for this level of rigor, personalized 1-on-1 instruction can help them master the conceptual foundations—limits, derivatives, and integrals—at their own pace while building confidence in their advanced abilities.
Students attempting AP Calculus at this level typically need mastery of algebra, geometry, and precalculus concepts. A tutor can assess your student's foundational knowledge, identify any gaps in understanding functions, trigonometry, or algebraic manipulation, and fill those gaps before diving into calculus topics. This personalized approach ensures your student has the confidence and skills needed to succeed.
Beyond the mathematical complexity, young calculus students often struggle with the abstract thinking required—particularly understanding why limits and derivatives matter conceptually, not just procedurally. They may also face pacing challenges, since AP Calculus moves quickly, and confidence issues when encountering difficult problems. Personalized tutoring helps students develop conceptual understanding and problem-solving strategies tailored to their learning style.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in advanced mathematics and understand how to teach calculus to younger, gifted learners. They can break down complex concepts into digestible pieces, provide targeted practice on challenging topics like derivatives and integrals, help your student develop test-taking strategies for the AP exam, and build the mathematical maturity needed to excel at this advanced level.
Most students benefit from starting exam preparation in the months leading up to the May AP exam, but since your student is taking the course at an advanced age, starting tutoring early in the school year allows time to build deep conceptual understanding rather than just memorizing procedures. A tutor can create a study schedule that balances learning new material with regular practice tests and review of challenging topics.
AP Calculus scores range from 1-5, with 3 or higher typically considered passing. Since your student is younger than typical AP test-takers, realistic expectations depend on their mathematical maturity and preparation. A tutor can help your student understand the exam format, develop problem-solving strategies, and identify weak areas through practice tests—all of which contribute to improved performance on test day.
Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students in Columbus with tutors experienced in teaching advanced mathematics to gifted learners. With over 45,000 students across Columbus's 156 schools and 89 school districts, there's strong demand for specialized academic support. Expert tutors understand how to challenge advanced students appropriately while maintaining their confidence and love of learning.
In the first session, your tutor will assess your student's current math skills, understand their learning style, and identify specific areas where they need support—whether that's foundational gaps, conceptual understanding of calculus topics, or exam strategy. This personalized evaluation allows the tutor to create a customized plan that addresses your student's unique needs and accelerates their progress.
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