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Certified Tutor
4+ years
I have an MBA from Rice University and both real-world business experience and teaching experience. Most recently, I taught a first-year college course in Microeconomics for nine years, in addition to other classes in the university's international trade program. My students came from over 30 countr...
Rice University
MBA

Certified Tutor
I am here because I thoroughly enjoy working with students and watching them succeed in their academic studies. As a Mathematics major at the University of Arizona (currently a junior), I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring: I have been a teacher's assistant for a Calculus II section at ...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
14+ years
The jump from arithmetic to algebraic thinking is where middle school math gets interesting — and where a lot of students quietly lose confidence. Alina breaks down concepts like proportional reasoning, integer operations, and basic equation-solving into concrete steps that actually make sense. She'...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Lauren
Fractions, proportions, and integer operations tend to be the exact spots where middle schoolers start doubting whether they're "math people." Lauren breaks those concepts down using real-world scenarios — like calculating tips or scaling recipes — so the reasoning clicks before the formulas ever co...
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Bachelor's
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
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
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
Certified Tutor
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
Certified Tutor
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
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)
Certified Tutor
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
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
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
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
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sabira
I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because t...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Middle school math shifts from learning procedures (like "how to divide") to understanding why those procedures work. Students begin working with variables, negative numbers, and abstract concepts like algebraic thinking. This transition can feel challenging because it requires deeper reasoning, but personalized tutoring helps students build conceptual understanding alongside procedural fluency, making the jump feel natural rather than overwhelming.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who are familiar with various middle school math approaches, including those used across Tucson's 67 school districts. During your initial session, you can share your student's textbook, recent assignments, or curriculum details, and the tutor will tailor instruction to align with what's being taught in class while also building deeper conceptual understanding.
Word problems require students to translate real-world scenarios into mathematical language—a skill that takes practice and strategy. Tutors teach students to break problems into steps, identify what information matters, and choose appropriate solution methods. With personalized instruction, students learn to see the underlying math patterns in word problems rather than feeling stuck by the words themselves.
Showing work reveals a student's thinking process and helps identify where misconceptions might exist—a student could get a right answer by chance but have gaps in understanding. Tutors help students develop clear problem-solving strategies and explanations, which builds stronger math foundations and prepares them for more advanced topics where conceptual understanding is essential.
Graphing anxiety often stems from trying to memorize steps rather than understanding the underlying logic of coordinates and relationships. Personalized tutoring breaks graphing into manageable concepts—starting with what coordinates represent, then building to plotting points and interpreting graphs. When students see the patterns and logic, confidence builds naturally, and math anxiety decreases.
Multi-step equations require students to track operations and maintain balance on both sides—skills that benefit from guided practice and clear strategy. Tutors teach students to work systematically, check their steps, and understand why each operation is valid. This structured approach helps students see equations as solvable puzzles rather than confusing sequences of steps.
The first session focuses on understanding your student's strengths, challenges, and learning style. The tutor will review recent classwork or assignments, identify specific areas where your student struggles (like word problems or proofs), and begin building a personalized plan. This diagnostic session sets the foundation for targeted, effective instruction moving forward.
Most students benefit from consistent weekly sessions, though frequency can be adjusted based on your student's needs and goals. Regular tutoring allows students to build on concepts progressively and apply new strategies to their classwork. Many students see noticeable improvements in confidence and grades within 4-6 weeks of consistent personalized instruction.
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