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Sydny

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sydny

Bachelor of Science
Sydny's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Genetics
Chemistry

Planning, prioritizing, and managing time across multiple commitments is something Sydny had to master while juggling three undergraduate majors and medical school preparation. She breaks executive functioning into specific, practicable skills — task initiation, deadline mapping, and self-monitoring...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science

Medical University of South Carolina

Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Heather

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Heather

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Heather's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

Planning a multi-step assignment, managing time across subjects, breaking a big project into smaller pieces — these are skills that don't come naturally to every student. Heather's clinical psychology training gives her a framework for teaching organizational strategies that actually stick, and she ...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Mati

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Mati's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading and Writing
PSAT Critical Reading

Planning, time management, task initiation, emotional regulation — executive functioning deficits show up differently in every student, and Mati's doctoral training in learning disabilities means she can pinpoint which skills are lagging and why. She builds individualized systems like visual schedul...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sydney

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Sydney's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Five years working specifically with students with learning differences taught Sydney where the real sticking points are — the student who knows what the assignment says but can't figure out where to start, or the one who chronically underestimates how long a reading response will take. She ties exe...

Education

Mercer University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Test Scores
SAT
1400

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jennifer

Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Jennifer's M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction trained her to design structured learning sequences — a skill she now applies to teaching students how to plan multi-step projects, estimate time for assignments, and organize materials across classes. Her experience spanning elementary through college-...

Education

Boston College

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Dartmouth College

B.A. in History

Duke University

Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies

Certified Tutor

Charles

Masters in Education, Counseling Psychology
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Calculus
Algebra

Planning a multi-step assignment, managing time across subjects, keeping materials organized — these are skills most schools expect but rarely teach explicitly. Charles's counseling psychology training gives him concrete strategies for building these executive functioning habits, from using visual t...

Education

Columbia University Teacher's College

Masters in Education, Counseling Psychology

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor

Andrew

MBA in Finance
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Planning a multi-step project or breaking a semester's worth of material into a weekly study schedule requires the same structured thinking Andrew used throughout his engineering and MBA programs. He teaches students concrete systems for prioritizing tasks, managing time, and organizing materials so...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

MBA in Finance

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor's in Engineering

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Elise

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Studio Arts
Elise's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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 ...

Education

Appalachian State University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Studio Arts

Carthage College

Certificate, Special Education

Certified Tutor

Anne

MED
Anne's other Tutor Subjects
Executive Functioning

I hold a Master's degree from the University of Pennsylvania in developmental psychology (with a focus on cognition) and a B.A. from Swarthmore College in theatre and English. I enjoy working with students who are looking to improve their executive function skills as a part of their overall goals fo...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

MED

Swarthmore College

MED

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jamie

Masters in Education, Special Education
Jamie's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
IB Further Mathematics
Discrete Math

Jamie's Master's in Special Education gave her direct training in breaking executive functioning into teachable skills — things like planning multi-step assignments, managing time with visual schedules, and self-monitoring progress without constant prompting. She builds these strategies into real sc...

Education

CUNY Hunter College

Masters in Education, Special Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Candice

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Candice's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SSAT- Elementary Level

Candice's Fulbright teaching experience in Taiwan and her years as a classroom aide and afterschool mentor gave her constant practice recognizing when a student's real obstacle isn't the content but the inability to start, sequence, or sustain a task independently. She weaves executive functioning s...

Education

The New School University

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor

13+ years

Kenneth

Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Neuroscience
Kenneth's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Chemistry
Biology

Kenneth's cognitive neuroscience degree means he understands the brain science behind why some students struggle to initiate tasks, regulate attention, or hold a plan in working memory — and that understanding shapes how he teaches these skills rather than just assigning them. He connects executive ...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alfrenesia

Masters in Education, Special Education
Alfrenesia's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

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

Education

Cambridge College

Masters in Education, Special Education

Paine College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor

13+ years

Adel

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Adel's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Competition Math
Pre-Calculus

Tutoring across 46 subjects — from elementary math to organic chemistry to college essays — means Adel constantly sees which organizational habits transfer across disciplines and which ones students are missing. His biochemistry training at Georgia Tech required coordinating lab work, problem sets, ...

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Yilin

Juris Doctor, Law
Yilin's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Statistics
Middle School Math

Law school is essentially a crash course in executive functioning — Yilin's Juris Doctor required managing simultaneous case briefs, seminar deadlines, and long-term research projects with zero hand-holding. She applies that same structured thinking to teach students how to prioritize competing assi...

Education

Case Western Reserve University

Bachelor in Arts, Pyschology, Chemistry

Emory University

Juris Doctor, Law

Test Scores
ACT
34

Frequently Asked Questions

Executive functioning refers to the mental processes that help us plan, organize, manage time, and complete tasks—skills like working memory, impulse control, and flexible thinking. For students in St. Louis, strong executive functioning directly impacts academic success across all subjects, from managing multi-step assignments to organizing study materials. When these skills are underdeveloped, students often struggle with procrastination, disorganization, and difficulty following complex instructions, even if they understand the actual content.

Many students struggle with time management, difficulty breaking large projects into manageable steps, losing track of assignments, and trouble shifting between tasks. Others have challenges with working memory—holding multiple pieces of information in mind while solving problems—or struggle with impulse control and staying focused. Personalized instruction helps identify which specific areas need support and builds targeted strategies rather than generic study tips.

In a classroom with a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio, teachers focus primarily on content delivery rather than individual executive functioning strategies. Personalized instruction allows tutors to assess exactly where a student struggles—whether it's planning a research paper, managing distractions, or organizing materials—and teach customized strategies that fit that student's learning style. This one-on-one approach also creates accountability and immediate feedback, helping students practice and reinforce these skills consistently.

The first session focuses on understanding your student's specific challenges through conversation and observation. A tutor will ask about current struggles—like how your student approaches homework, manages their backpack, or plans for tests—and may have them walk through a typical task to identify where breakdowns occur. This assessment helps create a personalized plan targeting the executive functioning skills that will have the biggest impact on their academic performance.

Look for concrete changes like improved assignment submission rates, more organized materials and workspace, better time estimates for tasks, and reduced last-minute cramming. You might also notice your student initiating planning on their own, asking clarifying questions about multi-step assignments, or managing frustration better when tasks get difficult. Many families see grade improvements within 4-6 weeks as organizational and planning skills strengthen, since these foundational skills support success in every subject.

Executive functioning develops gradually from elementary school through the early 20s, so tutoring can benefit students at any age. Younger students benefit from building foundational habits like organizing materials and following multi-step directions, while middle and high school students often need support with complex project management, long-term planning, and balancing multiple deadlines. College students frequently seek help with time management and independent organization as academic demands increase.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who specialize in executive functioning and understand the specific needs of students in St. Louis. When you describe your student's challenges—whether it's organization, time management, or planning—you'll be matched with a tutor experienced in those areas. You can discuss your goals during an initial conversation to ensure the tutor's approach aligns with what your student needs.

Absolutely. The skills developed in tutoring—planning, organizing, managing time, and breaking tasks into steps—apply to everything from household chores to sports and extracurricular activities. Students often find that strategies learned for managing schoolwork transfer naturally to managing their social calendar, personal projects, or responsibilities at home. These life skills become increasingly valuable as students move toward independence.

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