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Rosie
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Rosie
MS Columbia University • BA Temple University
14+ Years Tutoring

Rosie's graduate work in healthcare and her undergraduate finance training both demanded juggling complex, multi-step processes under tight deadlines — skills she now unpacks for students who struggle with planning, time management, and task initiation. She teaches across a wide range of subjects, from math to essay writing, which means she can embed executive functioning strategies directly into the academic work a student is already doing rather than treating them as separate lessons. That cross-subject perspective lets her spot where organizational breakdowns are actually happening and build practical routines around those specific friction points.

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Carlos
BA University
3+ Years Tutoring

I've helped several hundred students in a wide variety of subjects, from executive functioning to computer science to standardized testing. I also help students with general support in math and English. Most of my students are around 9-17, but I work well with students who are older and a little younger as well. I also work very well with students who have specific obstacles or requirements, such as neurodiversity support or schedules that change a lot. Most of my background is in computer science, from my college major to my experience hands-on over the past 10 years. Regardless of the subject, I believe every student's needs are unique and every student is able to achieve great things with the right preparation and support. My number one goal is to provide that whenever I can, both to the student and to their parents. I communicate with parents outside of sessions a lot to establish their expectations, better understand students, and recommend ways they can directly support their children in their journey as well.

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Elise
BA Appalachian State University • Certificate, Special Education Carthage College
9+ Years Tutoring

Planning, prioritizing, managing time, shifting between tasks — these are the invisible skills that school demands but rarely teaches outright. Elise breaks executive functioning into concrete, practicable habits: using checklists to start assignments, setting timers to maintain focus, and building routines for organizing materials. Her special education training means she understands the neurological side of these challenges, not just the behavioral one.

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Alfrenesia
MS Cambridge College • BA Paine College
4+ Years Tutoring

I am persuasive and capable of developing rapport and trust, as well as experienced in influencing the attitudes and ideas of others.

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Derek
PhD Walden University • MS Walden University
1+ Years Tutoring

Planning, prioritizing, managing time, and shifting between tasks — these executive functioning skills underpin academic success but rarely get taught explicitly. Derek tackles them as teachable skills, building concrete systems like task checklists, color-coded planners, and structured routines that students internalize over time. His doctorate focused on how curriculum design shapes learning behavior, which gives him a research-grounded toolkit for strengthening these cognitive habits.

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Karim
BA Emory University
14+ Years Tutoring

Balancing a double major in psychology and biology while preparing for medical school forced Karim to build real systems for task prioritization, time blocking, and breaking long-term projects into manageable steps. He teaches those same strategies — planning backwards from deadlines, organizing materials, and self-monitoring progress — so students can manage their own workloads independently.

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Sam
BA University of Pennsylvania
2+ Years Tutoring

Hello! My name is Sam Bicking. I am an alumni and student at The University of Pennsylvania studying Pre-health sciences before entering medical school. I have been tutoring for several years with students with disabilities (and amazing students without disabilities).

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Sydnie
BA James Madison University
2+ Years Tutoring

As a dedicated tutor with a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from George Washington University and a Bachelor's in Psychology with a Minor in Special Education from James Madison University, I am passionate about fostering a supportive learning environment for my students. With over 2 years of experience in special education, I utilize a personalized approach that focuses on each student's unique strengths and challenges. My teaching philosophy centers on creating engaging and interactive lessons that promote critical thinking and confidence. I am motivated by the opportunity to help students achieve their academic goals and develop a love for learning. I have a passion for the language arts and love reading and writing while also valuing math and science. In my free time, I enjoy playing and watching sports, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

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Monica
MS University of Pennsylvania
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a Masters degree in Education and have been an Elementary and Middle School educator for over thirty years. I have worked with students in the inner city, suburbs, Appalachia, and Deep South. I love teaching and children, and have discovered my passion in tutoring students who are struggling in Reading and Math. I have taught children with learning disabilities to read, and coached students with dyscalculia in math and reading. I worked as a principal for the past eight years, so was working with students from Pre-K to 8th grade, coaching teachers, analyzing data, and tutoring individual students in math and reading. I have worked as a national park ranger in the past, so social studies and history are areas of strength. Students that I teach respond well to my teaching style and enjoy working with me. I believe that education is extremely important for children's futures and do everything that I can to help them be successful.

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Leighanna
BA Hanover College

Ten years ago, I started as an elementary substitute while attending Hanover College. As my interests in the education field changed and progressed, my philosophy stayed the same; education is something that can happen anywhere, not just in the traditional classroom. I went on to gain a Master's in School Librarianship & Facilitated Learning from Indiana University-Indianapolis. During this time I had started actually teaching, first with library sciences, elementary technology, elementary science, and tutoring. Over the past six years, I have tutored; homework help, organization, special education, exam reteaching, and mentoring for students from 3rd grade through adults taking professional licensing exams (ie. PRAXIS). While things have changed, my passion is still finding what a student needs for their best learning possible, and adapting content to work with them. My philosophy is simply that I think everyone can learn, sometimes we just have to look at the education differently.

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Joy
AB Boston University
6+ Years Tutoring

Running a natural sciences department at a bilingual elementary school in Ecuador meant Joy wasn't just teaching content — she was building systems for planning, prioritization, and task completion across two languages and multiple grade levels. She applies that same structured approach to executive functioning skills like time management, organization, and breaking long-term assignments into manageable steps.

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Laura
BFA Xavier University
5+ Years Tutoring

Managing art projects from concept to finished piece — juggling sketches, revisions, material prep, and critique deadlines — forced Laura to develop the exact planning and sequencing skills that executive functioning coaching targets. She teaches students to build visual workflows and concrete routines for breaking down assignments, initiating tasks, and tracking deadlines across subjects, drawing on the same project-management instincts that drive her studio practice. Rated 4.9 by clients.

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I've been working with my tutor for a few months now and the progress has been remarkable. The personalized attention and tailored lessons made all the difference compared to in-classroom learning.

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My daughter went from dreading her sessions to looking forward to them. The tutor made the material engaging and built her confidence in ways I never thought possible. Highly recommend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Executive functioning refers to the mental processes that help students plan, organize, manage time, and control impulses—skills essential for academic success and daily life. Students with strong executive functioning can break down assignments into steps, track deadlines, manage distractions, and adapt when plans change. In Murrieta's 35 schools, many students struggle with these skills, which can impact grades even when they understand the material.

Many students struggle with time management, difficulty starting tasks, disorganization, working memory limitations, and trouble prioritizing assignments. Others may procrastinate, lose track of materials, or struggle to shift between tasks. These challenges often become more pronounced in middle and high school when coursework demands increase and teachers expect greater independence.

In a classroom setting with a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio, teachers have limited time to address individual organizational or planning struggles. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to diagnose specific gaps, teach strategies tailored to a student's learning style, and practice skills in real-time with actual assignments. This targeted approach helps students build habits and confidence faster than general classroom instruction.

The first session focuses on understanding your student's specific challenges through conversation and observation. A tutor might review how your student approaches homework, manages their schedule, or organizes materials. This assessment helps identify whether struggles stem from planning, time management, working memory, task initiation, or another area—so the tutoring plan can target the real issue.

Progress shows up in concrete ways: completing homework on time, keeping a functional planner, reducing lost assignments, improved grades despite the same effort level, and greater independence with task planning. Many students also report feeling less stressed and more confident. A tutor will track these improvements and adjust strategies based on what's working.

Yes—elementary students benefit from foundational skills like using checklists and simple schedules, while middle schoolers need multi-step project planning and managing multiple teachers' expectations. High schoolers require advanced strategies for balancing coursework, extracurriculars, and long-term planning. Tutors adjust their approach based on your student's grade level and the specific demands they face.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in executive functioning and understand the needs of Murrieta students. You'll share details about your student's challenges and goals, and we'll match you with a tutor whose expertise and availability fit your needs. The process is straightforward, and you can get started quickly.

Absolutely. Executive functioning skills are foundational—once a student learns to break down complex tasks, manage time, and stay organized, these skills apply across all subjects and activities. A student who develops a planning system for math homework can use the same approach for writing essays or managing sports schedules, creating lasting benefits beyond tutoring.

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