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The Best Algebra 1 Tutors in California

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Courtney K.

125/hour

Woodland, CA

Algebra 1 Teacher & Tutor for Students of all Learning Backgrounds

5.0 (100)

185 hours tutoring

As a classroom teacher at an independent college-prep school I taught Algebra 1 to students in 7th grade through 9th grade. As a teacher and tutor, I have worked with Algebra 1 students in honors and accelerated classes, as well as...

Very patient and kind!

Courtney is excellent at reviewing the basics to then step up to the more advanced problems my daughter is working on in her homework. My daughter actually enjoys the tutoring sessions because she is learning so much. - Heather, 72 lessons with Courtney

Kristy W.

80/hour

El Monte, CA

Middle School - High School AP Calculus AB Math Tutor

5.0 (829)

3,102 hours tutoring

Response time: 1 minute

Additionally, I have experience working at Kumon Reading and Math center, ASPIRE (after school program at Rio Hondo elementary school), and have TA'ed for Calculus AP AB. The list of subjects I tutor: Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1,...

Knowledgeable and patient.

Kristy was good at explaining Algebra 1 concepts. She was patient with my daughter and kind in her corrections when my daughter's answers were incorrect. My daughter didn't feel intimated by Kristy or the material. Kristy even ... - Olivia

Maher H.

150/hour

Hawthorne, CA

6+ Years Tutoring Algebra Professionally at all Levels

Response time: 20 minutes

I started out my tutoring career with algebra and have helped students in all levels. I now specialize in online tutoring and make algebra lessons run smoothly and very efficiently. I help students learn to complete each step carefully and make...

Expert tutor

I began using Maher’s tutoring service in the 10th grade of high school and continued doing so up until my second year of college. During this period we covered Geometry, Chemistry, Algebra, Statistics (AP), ACT review, Pre-Calc (... - Philip, 32 lessons with Maher

Nicholas M.

100/hour

Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

Lifelong learner with over 15 years of tutoring experience

5.0 (442)

1,102 hours tutoring

Response time: 31 minutes

I tutor algebra 1 everyday.

Effective tutoring

First lesson went extremely well, covered all the areas we asked for, great feedback, we are proceeding with more lessons and look forward to improving Geometry grades - Zoe, 154 lessons with Nicholas

April V.

88/hour

San Diego, CA

Data Analytics Masters Graduate who enjoys teaching math

Response time: 3 minutes

I earned my undergraduate degree from San Diego State University with a double major in Applied Mathematics and Statistics, along with a minor in Interdisciplinary Studies through the Weber Honors College. I later earned a Master’s degree in...

April is the best math tutor!

I’ve been working with April for the last few months to get support while taking College Algebra this semester and have been thriving with her help! She breaks concepts down easily and makes learning a breeze. Highly recommend! - William, 7 lessons with April

Beth E.

80/hour

San Jose, CA

Studying to Become Middle School Math Teacher

Response time: 8 minutes

I have completed my student teaching at a middle school and the subject was Algebra 1. This is my favorite subject to teach and I love explaining Algebra. I even tutored fellow students in Algebra 1 when I was taking Algebra 2 in...

Beth was very knowledgeable and identified the issues immediately. Her patience was much appreciated.

Beth was very patient with my son. She gave him an understanding and explained the solution. Her one on one time is just what was needed. Thank you Beth you have given my son a sigh of relief knowing there is a light at the end of... - Theresa, 7 lessons with Beth

Martin C.

38/hour

Santa Ana, CA

Algebra 1 is my most common sub-part of mathematics at Mathnasium

4.9 (59)

619 hours tutoring

Response time: 8 minutes

I tutored a fourth-grade student who had fallen behind his peers due to missing school time due to the pandemic for about seven months. He now knows a lot more math than he did before I worked with him.

Outstanding Math Tutor

Our family has had an excellent experience with Martin. He is highly knowledgeable, patient, and consistently punctual. He has been teaching my 10th-grade son and 6th-grade daughter, and we have seen noticeable improvement in thei... - Abdul, 46 lessons with Martin

Thomas K.

120/hour

Hayward, CA

Certified Math Teacher & Experienced Algebra 1 Tutor with 10+ Years

Response time: 7 minutes

I am a math teacher at a public School with over ten years of experience teaching Algebra 1 in both school settings and academic tutoring programs. My deep understanding of the subject allows me to quickly identify and address common...

If you’re looking for a tutor, you found him

My children (5th grade male, 3rd grade female) have been working with Thomas for pretty much the entire summer. He’s been introducing math topics for the grade they are entering for them to get a head start. His help has been perf... - Cherish, 18 lessons with Thomas

Billie B.

80/hour

Irvine, CA

Excellent Math Tutor

5.0 (827)

3,816 hours tutoring

Classroom algebra teacher at.high school level. Many algebra testimonials.

Trevor K.

100/hour

San Francisco, CA

Physics/Calculus tutoring, all levels of Math, AP test prep.

5.0 (182)

1,148 hours tutoring

Response time: 6 minutes

Algebra 1 can be thought of as the real beginning of important math, and with that comes more difficult concepts. I understand where students have common difficulty, and I enjoy helping to them to reach complete understanding. Graphical and...

Trevor is very accommodating and extremamente helpful

He really know his Physics and help our son get thru a lot of work. Would highly recommend Trevor to anyone . thank you for all your help . He commands the subject and has a good vibe for teaching . - ANTONIO, 51 lessons with Trevor

Emma E.

65/hour

Claremont, CA

Calculus, Precalculus, Algebra, SAT/ACT Math, Physics Tutor

5.0 (278)

1,145 hours tutoring

Response time: 10 minutes

I graduated from the University of Redlands with a Bachelor of Science degree in physics and minors in mathematics, environmental studies, and spatial studies. I am currently a graduate student studying computational and applied mathematics. I...

Patient, Understanding, and Knowledgeable

I've been working with Emma for a few weeks. Not only is she very well-versed and knowledgable in mathematics, she's also patient and nonjudgmental; Emma ensures that you have a holistic understanding of a concept regardless of th... - Kalina, 61 lessons with Emma

Jordan S.

85/hour

Laguna Niguel, CA

Private tutor with B.A. from UCLA and IB Diploma

5.0 (230)

1,016 hours tutoring

Response time: 37 minutes

As a tutor with a well-rounded academic background, I have a strong foundation in algebra that equips me to guide students through the challenges of Algebra 1. My own experiences in advanced math courses throughout high school and college...

Better grades

My daughter feels more motivated and has improved her grades. She says Jordan is patient and teaches her different methods to complete her work - Adriana, 52 lessons with Jordan

Victoria N.

120/hour

Oakland, CA

Ph.D. Mathematics Professor, Private Tutor

5.0 (60)

148 hours tutoring

My name is Victoria, I am a full-time professor of mathematics and private tutor in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am passionate about education and find one-on-one tutoring to be the most fulfilling part of my career. I look forward to working...

Anna P.

120/hour

West Hills, CA

. Expert Math Teacher for Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 & Precalculus.

4.9 (441)

1,388 hours tutoring

This course is the foundation for high school mathematics courses. It is the bridge from the concrete to the abstract study of mathematics. Topics include simplifying expressions, evaluating and solving equations and inequalities, and graphing...

A well prepared and excellent teacher

Anna quickly assessed my daughter's needs and created a program to help her. She took the time to study the textbook my daughter is using at school and suggested other books that would be helpful in conjunction with that one. I'... - Renee, 12 lessons with Anna

Ethan J.

95/hour

Fontana, CA

Professional College and High School Tutor Specializing in Physics

5.0 (225)

1,167 hours tutoring

***Summer 2026*** Taking physics or math this fall? Summer is the perfect opportunity to get a head start. I offer personalized sessions that help students build a strong foundation before classes begin. Have you ever told yourself “I’m...

Great Physics Tutor

My son has been taking sessions with Ethan for about a month now and he has learned a lot. Ethan is thorough , patient and very good at explaining the material in depth. My son’s physics grade has improved thanks to these tutoring... - Sherihan, 10 lessons with Ethan

Aaron S.

150/hour

San Francisco, CA

Top-notch Math Tutor for Algebra 1 - AP Calculus BC

5.0 (49)

131 hours tutoring

I know math really well, but more importantly, I know how to teach it really well. If you schedule a lesson with me, I guarantee you won't be disappointed.

amazing at tutoring

Aaron was easy to follow, very efficient, and knowledgeable. He helped my son with Algebra 1 and we will defiantly use him again. Thank you, Aaron for such a great experience. - Cory

Rebecca V.

125/hour

Pomona, CA

Extensive experience teaching algebra

5.0 (175)

925 hours tutoring

I have taught classes for 11 years (all of which involve an extensive amount of algebra.) I also really enjoy algebra as a subject. It is the foundation for all higher level math, and so, proficiency in it, is crucial. I enjoy helping students...

Incredible Tutor!!

I needed to take my first maths class in 10 years and was nervous to get back to it. Not only was Rebecca kind and patient while I worked my way through the course, but she also made me feel confident going into exams. Rebecca was... - Sarah, 7 lessons with Rebecca

Joe V.

299/hour

Folsom, CA

Struggling with Algebra 1? I’ve Helped 1500+ Students Finally Get It.

I am currently an Algebra 1 homeschool teacher for the Folsom Cordova Unified School District. And I’m also a tutor with over 10 years of Algebra 1 tutoring experience. I teach the subject five days a week, and I tutor it online...

Outstanding Tutor and Coach

Joe worked with our 9th-grader to help her prepare for a math final. Our daughter scored the highest grade ever on the math final after working with Joe. We felt he was extremely prepared for the session and made short work of all... - Bonnie and Dan, 3 lessons with Joe

Miriam K.

60/hour

San Carlos, CA

PhD in Neuroscience with 8 years Teaching Experience

4.9 (54)

360 hours tutoring

For the past eight years, I have been teaching math at various levels ranging from elementary school math to algebra 2 and trigonometry. I have helped many students with algebra 1, including struggling students and gifted students who...

Philip P.

100/hour

Culver City, CA

Beginning Algebra Tutor

4.9 (1091)

4,621 hours tutoring

Algebra 1 provides the basic building blocks for all of the Math classes. I help students master these basic principles: linear equations and inequalities in 1 or 2 variables, absolute value, slope, slope-intercept form, polynomials,...

Excellent Tutor

Phillip was a perfect tutor for our son in high school. He was patient and very good at explaining things in just the right way to help my son understand the subject. He was flexible with my son's sport schedule, polite and caring... - Cindy, 94 lessons with Philip

Zahne S.

40/hour

Sherman Oaks, CA

Hiya! I'm Zahne, I hope I can be of help to your education.

5.0 (274)

848 hours tutoring

Hello! I'm Zahne. I am a college graduate from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in Game Design & Development from Rochester Institute of Technology, graduating with a 3.7 GPA and making the Deans's Honor List, and Summa Cum Laude....

Gabriel T.

90/hour

San Jose, CA

Computer engineer with expertise in Verilog, C/C++, Python and Linux

5.0 (220)

964 hours tutoring

I am a computer engineer from San Jose, California. I have been tutoring students with engineering and mathematics subjects for more than one year both in person and on Wyzant. I have experience as a software engineer, firmware engineer, and...

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Gabriel is very knowledgeable and resourceful. He took his time to understand the problems I was having, and then explained to me why I was having those problems and explained the solution. Excellent tutor - Marilyn, 2 lessons with Gabriel

Robert F.

199/hour

Sacramento, CA

Financial Accounting, CPA Exam, and QuickBooks Tutor

5.0 (391)

2,033 hours tutoring

Response time: 5 minutes

Hi, my name is Robert! I am a Certified Management Accountant and a QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor with a strong background in accounting and finance. I passed all parts of both the CPA and CMA exams on my first try, achieving high scores that...

Great tutor!

Robert is great at explaining topics thoroughly to help you understand the “why” behind the topic. He is helping me study for the FAR CPA exam and has been great at tutoring me. - Mark, 18 lessons with Robert

RUBEN S.

150/hour

San Ramon, CA

4.0 GPA Mathematics/Computer Science Graduate Helping Students Succeed

5.0 (1533)

8,426 hours tutoring

Response time: 7 minutes

Hi, my name is Ruben. I am a Mathematics and Computer Science Graduate, and have been tutoring students and helping them gain confidence and succeed in challenging subjects for over 15 years. While attending college I became a tutor, and after...

Excellent

My son had his first Algebra 1 lesson with Ruben. He explained things very clearly and it is very apparent that he knows the material well. I would definitely recommend him to others. - Ronald

Sean M.

48/hour

Davis, CA

Engineer Major, Math Minor, Tutor of 7 years

5.0 (1200)

3,320 hours tutoring

I have worked with dozens of students online for various platforms, and I've logged over 4000 hours of math tutoring! I have tutored pre-algebra, algebra 1 & 2, Trigonometry, precalculus, calculus 1, 2 and 3 (AB and BC), And...

Excellent tutor, goes above and beyond expectations!

I took an intensive online Calculus II course this summer, having forgotten most of Calculus I. I feared I wouldn't pass the class, but after his help I achieved A's on my exams including the final. Sean taught me everything I nee... - Benjamin, 40 lessons with Sean

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Not only is Elizabeth an amazing tutor, she is professional, patient, and punctual. She listens and really tries to help my daughter to grasp the concepts and feel comfortable with them before moving on. She will review any work that you may need help with before even meeting with her . I love that she already has a plan of action ready go once the session begins. She has built up my daughter’s confidence tremendously in the few session that she has recently had with her.

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