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Griffin

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Griffin

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Griffin's other Tutor Subjects
9th Grade Algebra
6th Grade Calculus
Middle School Math
Polynomials

I am a graduate from Kansas State University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. I have worked professionally as a research assistant for KSU, a project manager for Cargill, and an auxiliary engineer with Black & Veatch. With recent experience in office, industry, and university, I am fully prepare...

Education

Kansas State University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Ian

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ian

Current Undergrad Student, Accounting
Ian's other Tutor Subjects
9th Grade Algebra
AP Statistics
Statistics
Calculus

I am an undergraduate student in my junior year at the University of Georgia. It is currently my second semester in the Tull School of Accounting here and I plan on pursuing a Masters of Accountancy in the graduate program. I have years of experience tutoring during my time as a member of a Math Hon...

Education

University of Georgia

Current Undergrad Student, Accounting

Test Scores
SAT
1500
Samantha

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Samantha

Associate in Arts, Political Science and Government
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
9th Grade Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Polynomials

I am currently working towards a Political Science degree with a focus in Statistics, and I hope to go on to law school after I graduate. My favorite subjects are Statistics, Political Science, History, English, and French.

Education

Middle Georgia State University

Associate in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1430
Aiden

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Aiden

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Aiden's other Tutor Subjects
9th Grade Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Elementary School Math

I'm a recent graduate from Reed College where I majored in Political science with additional concentrations in environmental science, sociology, philosophy, and 3D art.

Education

Reed College

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
ACT
33
Jack

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jack

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Jack's other Tutor Subjects
9th Grade Algebra
6th-12th Grade Calculus
Polynomials
Linear Systems

I am a Junior in college at Northeastern University working towards my Bachelor of Science in Physics. I aspire to earn my PhD in Physics after college.

Education

Northeastern University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36

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Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects

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AP Calculus AB Tutor • +25 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

The biggest challenge areas are usually multi-step equations with variables on both sides, word problems that require translating English into algebraic expressions, and understanding why graphing linear equations matters beyond just plotting points. Many students also hit a wall with systems of equations—knowing which method to use (substitution vs. elimination) and why it matters. Additionally, the shift from concrete arithmetic to abstract algebraic thinking can be tough; students who memorized procedures in earlier grades suddenly need to understand *why* those procedures work, which requires a conceptual leap.

Showing work isn't just about getting the right answer—it reveals your problem-solving process and helps identify where misconceptions happen. In algebra, a student might get lucky with one problem but struggle when the numbers change slightly, which shows they're memorizing steps rather than understanding the underlying logic. When a tutor can see each step, they can pinpoint exactly where a student is getting confused (like distributing incorrectly or forgetting to flip the inequality sign) and address that specific gap. This is especially important in 9th Grade Algebra because these foundational skills directly impact success in geometry, algebra 2, and beyond.

Word problems require three distinct skills: reading comprehension, identifying which information is relevant, and translating that into an equation. A tutor can break this into manageable steps—first, underline what you're solving for; second, identify the relationships between quantities; third, write the equation; finally, solve and check if your answer makes sense in context. Many students skip the 'check' step and end up with answers that are mathematically correct but contextually wrong (like negative time or a price of $0.003). With targeted practice on problems with similar structures, students start recognizing patterns and building confidence rather than feeling like each word problem is a completely new puzzle.

Many 9th graders can plot points but don't connect that to what the graph actually represents—like how the slope describes the rate of change in a real situation, or why the y-intercept matters. A tutor can help students see that a line on a graph tells a story: a steeper slope means faster change, a negative slope means decrease, and the intercepts show starting values or break-even points. When students understand that y = 2x + 3 means 'start at 3 and go up 2 for every 1 step right,' they can predict the graph's behavior without plotting every single point. This conceptual understanding makes later topics like systems of equations (where you're finding where two lines intersect) much more intuitive.

Math anxiety often stems from feeling lost or making repeated mistakes without understanding why. A tutor creates a low-pressure environment where mistakes become learning moments rather than failures—they can slow down, ask diagnostic questions, and rebuild understanding from wherever it broke down. Many 9th graders have gaps from earlier grades (like fraction operations or negative numbers) that make algebra feel impossible, but a tutor can identify and fill those gaps without the shame of falling behind the class. Regular success with increasingly challenging problems, combined with understanding *why* methods work, rebuilds confidence. Over time, students shift from 'I'm bad at math' to 'I didn't understand this yet, but now I do.'

Algebra is fundamentally about recognizing patterns and relationships, but many students treat each problem type as isolated. A tutor can highlight how solving 3x + 5 = 14 uses the same inverse operations as solving 2x - 7 = 9, just with different numbers—this is the pattern. They can also show how linear equations, their graphs, and word problems all describe the same relationship from different angles. When students see that factoring, the quadratic formula, and graphing parabolas are all tools for understanding the same concept, algebra shifts from a collection of random rules to a coherent system. This deeper pattern recognition makes learning new topics faster and helps students retain what they've learned.

Beyond knowing algebra itself, an effective 9th Grade Algebra tutor needs to diagnose gaps in foundational skills (fractions, integers, order of operations) and explain *why* methods work, not just how to apply them. They should be able to translate between different representations—moving fluidly between equations, graphs, tables, and real-world contexts. Equally important is patience with the conceptual struggle that happens at this level; they understand that 9th graders are making the jump from concrete to abstract thinking and can scaffold that transition. Finally, they should recognize common misconceptions specific to algebra (like thinking -x means 'negative x' or that 2(x + 3) equals 2x + 3) and have strategies to address them directly.

For students who are struggling, a tutor can slow down, fill prerequisite gaps, and build understanding step-by-step before moving forward. For students at grade level, tutoring can deepen conceptual understanding and introduce problem-solving strategies that make harder topics (like systems of equations or factoring) more manageable. For advanced students, a tutor can accelerate through standard curriculum and introduce extension topics like working with rational expressions or exploring why certain algebraic techniques work the way they do. The key is that personalized instruction allows each student to work at their own pace and depth, rather than being locked into a class pace that's either too fast or too slow.

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