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Jennifer

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

Candice

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

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
Andrew

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

Kenneth

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
Jamie

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

Yilin

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
Kaitlyn

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Kaitlyn

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Kaitlyn's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade math
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

Medical school demands serious executive functioning — juggling anatomy, biochemistry, and clinical rotations means Kaitlyn has battle-tested systems for time management, task prioritization, and breaking large projects into manageable steps. She teaches students how to build their own planning rout...

Education

Fairfield University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
33
Luis

Certified Tutor

Luis

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Luis's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

Breaking a semester's worth of assignments into weekly action plans, prioritizing tasks by deadline weight, and building consistent study routines — these are the executive functioning skills Luis teaches through hands-on practice rather than abstract advice. His experience mentoring students across...

Education

Northwestern University

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

DePaul University

Master of Science, Physical Chemistry

University of Puerto Rico Mayaguez

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Frequently Asked Questions

Executive functioning refers to the mental processes that help us plan, organize, manage time, and complete tasks—skills like working memory, flexible thinking, and impulse control. For students in Dayton's 67 schools, strong executive functioning is foundational to academic success, regardless of subject knowledge. When students struggle with organization, time management, or task initiation, personalized 1-on-1 instruction can target these specific challenges and build sustainable habits.

Many students struggle with time management, breaking large assignments into manageable steps, staying organized, managing distractions, or transitioning between tasks. Others have difficulty with working memory—holding and manipulating information while problem-solving. Personalized tutoring helps identify which specific areas need support and teaches concrete strategies tailored to each student's learning style and strengths.

In a typical classroom with an 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio, teachers must support many students with varying needs simultaneously. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to assess exactly where a student struggles, teach customized organizational systems, and practice strategies in real time with immediate feedback. This focused approach helps students internalize executive functioning skills faster and apply them across all their classes.

The first session focuses on understanding the student's specific challenges, current strategies, and learning preferences. A tutor will ask about homework routines, organizational systems, time management struggles, and what's worked in the past. From there, you'll develop a personalized plan targeting the most impactful areas—whether that's creating a planning system, building study routines, or managing procrastination.

Progress shows up in concrete ways: completing assignments on time, maintaining organized materials, reducing procrastination, improved grades, and less stress around schoolwork. Many students also report feeling more confident and independent. A tutor will help establish baseline habits and track specific improvements—like consistently using a planner, meeting deadlines, or completing multi-step projects without constant reminders.

Yes. Elementary students benefit from building foundational organizational and planning skills early. Middle schoolers often need support as academic demands increase and homework becomes more complex. High school students and college-bound students benefit from advanced time management and project planning strategies. Tutors customize instruction to match each student's developmental stage and academic expectations.

Absolutely. In fact, strong executive functioning skills amplify the benefits of any subject tutoring. A student might work with one tutor on math concepts while building organizational systems with an executive functioning tutor—or a single tutor can weave executive functioning strategies into subject instruction. Either way, students develop both content knowledge and the skills to manage their learning independently.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors for students in Dayton who specialize in executive functioning and understand how to teach organizational and planning skills. You'll share your student's specific challenges and goals, and we'll match you with a tutor whose expertise and teaching style fit your needs. You can then start personalized instruction designed to build lasting habits and academic confidence.

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