Award-Winning Middle School Math Tutors for Students in Pittsburgh, PA

...addition to my strong science background, I love reading, writing and learning about culture and language. I took four years of college level Spanish and I'm proficient in reading, writing, speaking and listening in Spanish, with a particular knack for explaining grammar and editing compositions. In my free time I like to ride the bike trails around Pittsburgh, explore the city's wonderful museums and libraries and cook delicious meals with my roommates.... When I teach, I...

...internet. I also volunteered to assist a math class at an alternative high school once a week. This taught me the importance of teaching the subject and not merely showing how to solve problems. I have a deep love for science and mathematics and I revel in the opportunity to teach others about the subjects I love. I see the world in numbers and this allows me to show students just how important math and...

...and am fluent in Spanish and currently studying Arabic as well. I was homeschooled for much of my life and loved it, but completed my last three years of high school in a public school and am thus well acquainted with the various forms of standardized testing. When I'm not studying I like singing and theatre, reading, playing the piano, climbing trees and doing anything outdoors. I have been tutoring Spanish at CMU for a...

Hi, my name is Brittany and I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh. My major is in economics and neuroscience with a minor in chemistry. I have tutored throughout highschool and college and was a teaching assistant for economics. I hope I can help you with your classes! I also scored very high on my standardized tests and have great techniques to help you ace the test, no matter what level you are at currently.

Hello! I'm Andy. I'm a tutor with a wide range of experience, mainly in the digital design / web design / graphics industries. I'm happy to help you learn computer software, web and graphic design, design thinking and theory, public speaking, printing and production methods (like screen printing or sign making), and more.... We'll go over your goals for tutoring and talk about where you envision yourself after learning.... By giving you the tools to interpret...

...assistant for the Tristam-Nagle Biophysics Lab performing measurements of lipid density and volume. I have always enjoyed learning and spreading that knowledge to others. I'm very enthusiastic to practice this love for learning and teaching by aiding others in their studies through Varsity Tutors! My background in Science and Mathematics makes these subjects my strong suits; however, I am also capable of mentoring in English and the Humanities. I look forward to working with you!

...only as a tutor but also as a regenerative-medicine lab member help to me take a problem and rip it apart until I find my solution. I will not only help you resolve any problem you are facing, but also provide you the skills so you can resolve all similar issues in the future on your own. I am not like other tutors. I will use common ground to help make our step-by-step process relatable,...

I recently graduated from the University of Florida with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. I enjoy tutoring because I believe that it will help me grow as both a teacher and an individual. I am currently living in Pittsburgh, where I grew up, and plan to begin a Master's Degree in BME in the fall.

...operating my own financial planning firm. I decided to return for higher education because of a deep interest in energy markets, developed during my career as a financial advisor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Economics (particularly microeconomics), Political Science, History, and Math. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests like the GRE, I have seen the most success assisting students in understanding the logic...

...Religion. Since graduation, I have taught middle school history extensively in Pennsylvania for a private school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects including essay writing and reading comprehension. I am most passionate about U.S. History, Geography, and World Religions. I firmly believe that education is absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to instill this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, coaching...

...the right way to teach them. When I teach students, I like to guide students to the answer instead of just telling them. I believe that this helps a student master the material and learn it better. I tutor students in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and AP Calculus. My favorite subjects to tutor are Algebra I and AP Calculus. I enjoy setting the foundation for my students with Algebra I and challenging them...

...Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. I graduated at James E. Taylor High School as rank 7 out of over 600 students and swam for my high school swim team for 4 years. Currently, I'd say I'm most experienced in math and science and above average in English and would feel most comfortable teaching any of these subjects. I'm welcome to any other subjects and will try to provide the best tutoring services for you. Thank...

I am a very patient teacher who enjoys making learning fun and enjoyable for the student. I was originally a certified EMT but could not do it anymore due to a back injury. I am currently attending Ashford University for Education.... Finding out what they enjoy doing and incorporating it with their studies will make it more interesting and fun.... Teaching the student and then testing their knowledge with a worksheet or quiz.... Making the subject...

Hello! My name is Nicole and I have been with Varsity Tutors since 2015. I am a licensed family law attorney, but in my spare time, I tutor to help students achieve their dreams. I believe that learning can be fun and the more people I can convince of that, the better! In my spare time, I enjoy long distance running, reading horror novels and hanging out with my calico cat, Webby.

...are 12 ways to tackle every problem and the one that first comes to mind isn't always the easiest. The road to the finish isn't always a straight line and we should always be looking for those little twists and turns that will get us there faster. I try to create a very low stress environment and hope that every single person I tutor goes on to do greater things than I can.

I want to help show how wonderful math and science are and that anybody can learn it with the right help and some time.

...help her improve and finish tough assignments, and she is the one who inspires me to tutor today. I take this role seriously and would like to guide any student needing English or literary aid toward success, however that may be defined in each situation. When I'm not absorbed in my work or literature, I enjoy exercising, learning piano, consuming lots of cheese in my vegetarian lifestyle, and chattering at my significant other who acknowledges...

...about tutoring math and computer science, as I love helping students build problem-solving skills and confidence. I also have a strong interest in creating engaging lesson plans that bring technical concepts to life, such as coding activities or designing hands-on mathematics challenges. I believe in using a student-centered approach and adapting my teaching style to each learner's unique needs to make learning accessible and enjoyable. In my spare time I enjoy running, reading, crafting, and...

...lifting inhibitions in regard to tackling new problems. To facilitate such an experience within a classroom environment is especially possible in subjects like mathematics and the physical sciences, by facilitating a working knowledge of contemporary issues in the science through articulation of real-world examples and providing opportunity for hands-on problem solving through exercises. Scientists, leaders and instructors effectively teach when they simultaneously impart information and nurture an environment that offers students the opportunity to discover...

...in the following areas: Mathematics: Trigonometry Geometry Pre-Algebra College and High school Algebra I and II Pre-Calculus Calculus I, II, and III (including multi-variable calculus) Partial and Ordinary Differential Equations Chemistry: General Chemistry I and II (including lab courses) AP Chemistry I and II Organic Chemistry I and II (including lab course) Physical Chemistry (including lab course) Biology: General Biology Molecular and Cell Biology Biochemical engineering Physics: General Physics I and II (mechanics and electricity and...