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Florence
I am a rising senior at Duke University. I major in Computer Science and am also getting a minor in Physics. I have had experience tutoring/teaching as a teaching assistant for three classes: Intro to Databases, Electricity and Magnetism (for engineers), and Computer Network Architecture. I have had...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ronit
I am an incoming student at Yale University studying computer science and economics. I'm also interested in math and chemistry. My favorite area to tutor is SAT, specifically the SAT math section. In my spare time, I enjoy playing golf, cooking, and reading thriller novels. I'm excited to start work...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am a graduate from Stanford University. I received my Bachelor's in Economics there and continued to receive a certificate in Full Stack Web Development from the University of Texas Austin. I have tutored intermittently, primarily teaching test prep; however, I have at different points taught most...
Stanford University
Bachelor's in Economics
Certified Tutor
8+ years
I am very passionate about teaching material in a way that works with each student's personal learning needs and making sure that they understand the material at its core, not just how to answer a test question. Because I majored in Neuroscience, I have expertise in a wide range of sciences, as Neur...
Brown University
Bachelor of Science
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Rhamy
I am a Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology graduate and currently attend Vanderbilt University majoring in Computer Engineering with a minor in Business. I've tutored in various subjects for about 6 years now. I've done it so much, one of the companies I started was tutoring-base...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Engineering, General
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Brian
I'm a recent graduate of the California Institute of Technology in Economics and Computer Science. I was also accepted at Harvard, Princeton, MIT, and Stanford. I have a broad range of interests spanning science, math, engineering, social science, the humanities, the arts, and athletics (I also play...
University of California-Santa Cruz
PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)
California Institute of Technology
Bachelors in Economics and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Michael
I am currently learning how to use PostgreSQL and SQL on realtime web applications.
Northwestern University
Current Undergrad, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sarah
I'm a college student at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. I am in my junior year of a computer science degree. Outside of classes, I work as a college tour guide, IT technician, and camp counselor. I love working with young people to plan for and achieve success, especially as it pert...
Saint Vincent College
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
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Wesley
I am currently a graduate student at Institute of Optics at the University of Rochester conducting research in Biophysical Chemistry. I recently graduated in June 2017 from the University of California - Irvine with two Bachelor degrees. One was in Biomedical Engineering and the other was in Materia...
University of California-Irvine
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rishik
I am always excited to help others and would like to teach students to improve with their academic skills, help with home work, instant assistance and ace the college board tests, SAT I and SAT subject and AP Tests. I spent much time examining during my high school and would like to share my knowled...
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
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Kevin
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I'm a coterminal master's student at Stanford University in California majoring in Computer Science (Biocomputation). Throughout high school and college, I've taken many courses in computer science, the life sciences (biology and chemistry), and math; and I've been through a lot of standardized tests. For computer science in particular, I have a lot of experience writing software in Python and C++ for AI and systems classes, and I'll be interning as a software engineer at Facebook this summer. I got a lot of great tips and mentorship from tutors along the way, and would love to pass along what I know!
Richard
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I am a graduate of the University of Toronto, Reichman University, and Western Governors University. I have been teaching children, youth, and adults in various academic settings since 2008. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style is that of open discourse and conversation, actively involving students in their own learning journey by connecting lesson material to their own interests and hobbies. I specialize in homework assistance and exam preparation. Hobbies: books, writing, reading, music, art
Joshua
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I'm a computer science major at Penn State with a lot of application-oriented programming experience, but also academic experience. Some highlights include 1560 on the SAT and 5 on AP Comp Sci A.
Nishika
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I'm currently a senior at the University of Michigan pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Business. I've been tutoring for 7+ years now, and I love making an impact in my students' lives! Previously, I've taught Math (up until pre-calculus), Science, Reading, Grammar, Writing, Computer Science (Java, C++, Python, Scratch, etc), and many more. I truly believe that working individually with students will not only help my students learn but also help me in growing as I learn from those around me. Hobbies: outdoors, books, writing, reading, music, art
Miguel
AP Statistics Tutor • +116 Subjects
I am able to travel to most of Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs, and my schedule is flexible. I look forward to finding times that both of us can work together. Best regards, and may you achieve your educational goals.
Daniel
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +65 Subjects
I am currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science. Outside of tutoring, my full time career is in software development.
John
Statistics Tutor • +33 Subjects
I'm passionate about financial markets, technology and economics. My philosophy towards education is one of efficiency. I believe that time management is the key to accomplishing your academic and professional goals. I'm here to help you not only learn but absorb the material into your skill set.
Firas
Applied Mathematics Tutor • +62 Subjects
I am a Postdoctoral Researcher at Princeton Univerity working on Machine Learning and Big Data. As an experienced software and machine learning engineer, with industry experience and a Ph.D. in Computer Science, as well as an extensive tutoring experience at the College and High-School levels, I am passionate about helping students develop their skills and achieve their goals. I believe that learning should be engaging and interactive, and I strive to create a supportive and collaborative environment in my tutoring sessions. Whether you are looking to improve your programming skills, prepare for a standardized test, or gain a deeper understanding of areas related to programming, math, data mining, and machine learning, I am committed to providing personalized guidance and support to help you succeed. Hobbies: travel, reading, music, writing, art, books, traveling
Irene
Applied Mathematics Tutor • +81 Subjects
I am a retired math teacher, who just has too much time on her hands!!! Hobbies: art, books, traveling, travel, reading, music, writing
Jack
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +30 Subjects
I am an undergrad at the University of Chicago, having graduated high school at Jesuit Dallas. I am currently pursuing a major in Computer Science and a minor in Math. I am interested in teaching as a possible profession, so I am planning to attend graduate school in a few years and planning to get a TA job in upcoming quarters. I tutor Computer Science, Math, and Physics, for Middle and High School students, and maybe college students in intro classes. I am most passionate about teaching programming because I find it to be a very useful and engaging skill; a lot of my friends at UChicago come to me when they have trouble working with Python or R, so I also have the most teaching experience with this field as well.
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IB Computer Science covers a broad range of topics including systems design, object-oriented programming, web development, database systems, and algorithm design. The curriculum is split between the core content (required for all students) and optional topics that may include things like web science, databases, or object-oriented programming in greater depth.
The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application, with students completing a substantial internal assessment project. A tutor can help you navigate the specific requirements of your curriculum and ensure you're building both conceptual knowledge and coding skills across all assessed areas.
Strong algorithmic thinking comes from practice breaking down complex problems into smaller, manageable steps. Rather than jumping straight to code, start by writing pseudocode, drawing flowcharts, or explaining your approach out loud. This helps you separate logical reasoning from syntax rules.
Personalized tutoring helps you develop this skill through guided problem-solving: working through questions with a tutor, receiving feedback on your approach (not just your code), and learning to trace through algorithms step-by-step. Many students find that reviewing and discussing solutions—rather than just writing them—accelerates their understanding of why certain approaches work better than others.
Effective debugging starts with reading error messages carefully and understanding what they're telling you about where and why your code failed. Rather than randomly changing code, develop a systematic approach: isolate the problem, form a hypothesis about what's wrong, test it, and verify your fix works.
Working with a tutor gives you real-time feedback on your debugging process. A tutor can teach you to use debugging tools effectively, help you trace through your code logically, and develop the problem-solving habits that make you independent at finding and fixing errors—a crucial skill for the IB internal assessment and exams.
The internal assessment requires you to identify a real problem, design a solution, code it, test it thoroughly, and document your work. Success depends on choosing an appropriately scoped project, demonstrating solid coding practices, and clearly explaining your design decisions and testing process.
A tutor can guide you through each phase: brainstorming viable project ideas, planning your solution architecture, reviewing your code for quality and efficiency, and helping you articulate your thinking in your documentation. This personalized feedback is invaluable for ensuring your project meets the assessment criteria and genuinely demonstrates your understanding of computer science principles.
The most effective approach balances both: you need enough syntax fluency to express your ideas in code, but syntax alone won't help you solve problems. The key is learning syntax in context—when you need it to build or test something—rather than memorizing it in isolation.
IB Computer Science values conceptual depth, so tutoring focuses on helping you understand the 'why' behind algorithms, data structures, and design patterns. Once you grasp the concept, syntax becomes the tool to implement it. A tutor can help you write cleaner, more efficient code while keeping the focus on the underlying logic and problem-solving approach that the IB curriculum emphasizes.
IB Computer Science exams test both theoretical knowledge and practical application. You'll encounter multiple-choice questions, short-answer problems, and questions asking you to write or analyze code. Success requires understanding core concepts deeply and practicing under timed conditions.
Personalized tutoring helps you identify weak areas in your understanding, work through past paper questions with feedback, and develop strategies for different question types. A tutor can also help you understand the command words (like 'evaluate' or 'construct') so you answer questions thoroughly and earn full marks.
IB Computer Science doesn't mandate a specific language—schools typically choose one (like Python, Java, or C++) and all students use that language. Your school's choice will likely reflect what your teacher is most comfortable teaching and what's best supported by your curriculum.
What matters more than the language choice is developing strong problem-solving skills that transfer across languages. If you're learning a language that feels unfamiliar, tutoring can help you focus on the underlying concepts while getting comfortable with the syntax and tools of your chosen language. Whether you're coding in Python, Java, or another language, the algorithmic thinking skills are what truly matter for IB success.
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