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Kayla B. Des Moines, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kayla B.
60/hour

Des Moines, IA

Masters in Elementary SPED

I am an Elementary Special Education Teacher turned Stay-At-Home-Mom! I have a Masters Degree in Special Education and have my Instructional Strategist I and II. I have been teaching small group and 1:1 lessons for 8 years and have been tutoring...

5.0 (102)
60/hour
517 hours tutoring

I am an Elementary Special Education Teacher turned Stay-At-Home-Mom! I have a Masters Degree in Special Education and have my Instructional Strategist I and II. I have been teaching small group and 1:1 lessons for 8 years and have been tutoring...

Alexander P. Near Des Moines, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexander P.
50/hour

Near Des Moines, IA

Experienced Tutor in High School and College Level Mathematics

Hi, I’m Alex! I have a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics with a minor in Computer Science. I graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.9 and a Math GPA of 3.8, earning As in all of the introductory math courses, including Calculus 1/2/3, Linear...

5.0 (4)
50/hour
52 hours tutoring

Hi, I’m Alex! I have a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics with a minor in Computer Science. I graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.9 and a Math GPA of 3.8, earning As in all of the introductory math courses, including Calculus 1/2/3, Linear...

Isaac D. Near Des Moines, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Isaac D.
60/hour

Near Des Moines, IA

Former Engineer Specializing in Math Tutoring

Hello I'm Isaac. My education background includes a bachelor's in Construction Engineering and master's in Civil Engineering at Iowa State University. Upon graduation I entered the workforce as a geotechnical engineer and acquired 11.5 years...

5.0 (133)
60/hour
612 hours tutoring
Response time: 30 minutes

Hello I'm Isaac. My education background includes a bachelor's in Construction Engineering and master's in Civil Engineering at Iowa State University. Upon graduation I entered the workforce as a geotechnical engineer and acquired 11.5 years...

Michelle T. Near Des Moines, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michelle T.
45/hour

Near Des Moines, IA

Teaching and learning are the rewards of life

I am an experienced science and study strategies tutor. I find teaching and mentoring to be a rewarding experience. I believe that every student has the capacity to master a topic and it is my goal to help them do that. I try and make learning a...

5.0 (2)
45/hour
14 hours tutoring

I am an experienced science and study strategies tutor. I find teaching and mentoring to be a rewarding experience. I believe that every student has the capacity to master a topic and it is my goal to help them do that. I try and make learning a...

Richard N. Near Des Moines, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Richard N.
40/hour

Near Des Moines, IA

Math & statistics instructor at your service!

I've taught math and statistics classes at the college level. There's no substitute for hard work, but sometimes additional instruction in a private setting can make all the difference! I provide helpful math tutoring for West Des Moines and...

4.9 (383)
40/hour
920 hours tutoring

I've taught math and statistics classes at the college level. There's no substitute for hard work, but sometimes additional instruction in a private setting can make all the difference! I provide helpful math tutoring for West Des Moines and...

Aditya I. Near Des Moines, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aditya I.
40/hour

Near Des Moines, IA

All Levels of Math/Science Tutoring

Welcome! I am a second year medical student at Des Moines University. In the future, I intend to continue to serve my community as an internal or family medicine physician. About my tutoring: I am a tutor for nearly 10+ years of...

5.0 (232)
40/hour
638 hours tutoring

Welcome! I am a second year medical student at Des Moines University. In the future, I intend to continue to serve my community as an internal or family medicine physician. About my tutoring: I am a tutor for nearly 10+ years of...

Jodie H. Near Des Moines, IA, available for in-person tutoring
Jodie H.
45/hour

Near Des Moines, IA

Bonjour! French, ESL, English, Flute tutor available

Bonjour! My name is Jodie. I am looking for students to tutor in French, ESL, English and the flute. I have experience tutoring French and ESL. I am also qualified to tutor English and flute. I have been playing the flute for almost 25 years....

4.9 (10)
45/hour
17 hours tutoring

Bonjour! My name is Jodie. I am looking for students to tutor in French, ESL, English and the flute. I have experience tutoring French and ESL. I am also qualified to tutor English and flute. I have been playing the flute for almost 25 years....

Richard C. Near Des Moines, IA, available for in-person tutoring
Richard C.
45/hour

Near Des Moines, IA

Got Math?

I have tutored over 1000 hours in subjects ranging from Pre-Algebra to College level Statistics and Calculus. I have also helped many students prepare for SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT and ASVAB tests. I have a BS in Mathematics from Grand View in Des...

4.9 (393)
45/hour
968 hours tutoring

I have tutored over 1000 hours in subjects ranging from Pre-Algebra to College level Statistics and Calculus. I have also helped many students prepare for SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT and ASVAB tests. I have a BS in Mathematics from Grand View in Des...

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Jennifer M.
325/hour

Experienced AP and College Calculus and Physics Tutor

I have a passion for explaining math in a way that is easy to understand. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college math and science for about 15 years. I have a background in hydraulic engineering but am currently teaching high...

5.0 (1667)
325/hour
6,877 hours tutoring

I have a passion for explaining math in a way that is easy to understand. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college math and science for about 15 years. I have a background in hydraulic engineering but am currently teaching high...

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Ingrid M.
250/hour

Transform Your Math with a Veteran Teacher, UC Berkeley Math BA

My work with students over the last 20 years helps me to pinpoint what students struggle with. I am able to address their math needs and patiently guide them to the next level. First, we break down what they need for their tests. Then I...

5.0 (1198)
250/hour
6,510 hours tutoring
Response time: 59 minutes

My work with students over the last 20 years helps me to pinpoint what students struggle with. I am able to address their math needs and patiently guide them to the next level. First, we break down what they need for their tests. Then I...

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Adam F.
85/hour

Dr. Adam's tutoring for all things related to the human body

I've been an teacher, tutor, doctor, exercise physiologist, therapist and mentor for a long time. I strive to meet my student at their current level of mastery and guide them to greater understanding. There are many different ways to learn...

4.9 (133)
85/hour
741 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutes

I've been an teacher, tutor, doctor, exercise physiologist, therapist and mentor for a long time. I strive to meet my student at their current level of mastery and guide them to greater understanding. There are many different ways to learn...

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Tyler P.
350/hour

Yale, UCSF, Cornell & Columbia | Interview Prep: MD, PA, NP, Nursing

I help you stop sounding like an applicant and start sounding like a future colleague. QUICK FACTS: - YALE, UCSF, CORNELL & COLUMBIA | THE INSIDER EDGE: Get the perspective of an expert who has worked within the nation’s most elite medical...

5.0 (46)
350/hour
133 hours tutoring

I help you stop sounding like an applicant and start sounding like a future colleague. QUICK FACTS: - YALE, UCSF, CORNELL & COLUMBIA | THE INSIDER EDGE: Get the perspective of an expert who has worked within the nation’s most elite medical...

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Gabriela Y.
120/hour

Certified Chemistry Teacher and Top Ranked Tutor

Hello, my name is Gaby! I am a graduate from the University of California, Riverside where I received my Master’s in Education and my Chemistry Teaching Credential. My background: I have 5+ years’ experience tutoring in Organic Chemistry. I...

5.0 (2270)
120/hour
7,296 hours tutoring

Hello, my name is Gaby! I am a graduate from the University of California, Riverside where I received my Master’s in Education and my Chemistry Teaching Credential. My background: I have 5+ years’ experience tutoring in Organic Chemistry. I...

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Tamera Michele G.
75/hour

Interior Designer * ESL * AutoCAD * InDesign

After earning a BFA from the prestigious New York School of Interior Design, I spent over a decade honing my craft at renowned architectural and design firms before branching out as an independent designer for the past seven years. Throughout my...

5.0 (190)
75/hour
912 hours tutoring

After earning a BFA from the prestigious New York School of Interior Design, I spent over a decade honing my craft at renowned architectural and design firms before branching out as an independent designer for the past seven years. Throughout my...

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Beth A.
40/hour

Creating lifelong learners, Grades K-6

Hi, I would LOVE the opportunity to work with your child! I am passionate about education and the importance of children developing a life long love of learning and the ability to learn independently. I recently retired from a 30 year teaching...

5.0 (556)
40/hour
2,794 hours tutoring
Response time: 57 minutes

Hi, I would LOVE the opportunity to work with your child! I am passionate about education and the importance of children developing a life long love of learning and the ability to learn independently. I recently retired from a 30 year teaching...

Near Des Moines, IA Tutoring
Michael W.
100/hour

Raise Your ACT Reading & Science Scores Fast

As a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience and five years specializing in ACT Science and Reading prep, I help students raise their scores with a clear, step-by-step game plan. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just proven...

5.0 (109)
100/hour
305 hours tutoring

As a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience and five years specializing in ACT Science and Reading prep, I help students raise their scores with a clear, step-by-step game plan. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just proven...

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Abigail C.
275/hour

Perfect Score Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalc, Calculus & SAT Math Tutor

Ranked in the top 1% of Wyzant Tutors in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 My name is Abbey, and I would love to be your tutor. I have been tutoring for over 15 years. I am a former MIT student, and I graduated from UAlbany...

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5.0 (5226)
275/hour
17,097 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutes

Ranked in the top 1% of Wyzant Tutors in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 My name is Abbey, and I would love to be your tutor. I have been tutoring for over 15 years. I am a former MIT student, and I graduated from UAlbany...

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Jason J.
220/hour

Expert Tutor for Series 3, 7, 9, 10, 63, 65, 66 & Career Development

Hi there! I’m Jason, and I bring over 14 years of experience in the fast-paced financial industry along with a true passion for teaching. I graduated with a degree in Business from New York University’s Tandon School of Engineering and have...

5.0 (637)
220/hour
1,909 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutes

Hi there! I’m Jason, and I bring over 14 years of experience in the fast-paced financial industry along with a true passion for teaching. I graduated with a degree in Business from New York University’s Tandon School of Engineering and have...

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Robert D.
115/hour

Writing, Reading, and Philosophy Tutor

Growing up, I had an interest in learning about the world. As a teenager, I discovered the richness and open-ended possibility contained in the field of philosophy, which studies large-scale questions that are often not covered in other subjects....

5.0 (215)
115/hour
770 hours tutoring

Growing up, I had an interest in learning about the world. As a teenager, I discovered the richness and open-ended possibility contained in the field of philosophy, which studies large-scale questions that are often not covered in other subjects....

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Dana G.
140/hour

Patient and Enthusiastic English and Writing Tutor

Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high...

5.0 (102)
140/hour
324 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutes

Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high...

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Minh N.
215/hour

High School Math/SAT/Calculus Tutor - UCI Alumni - Double Bachelor's

In 2020, I graduated cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with my B.S. in Pure Mathematics, B.A. in Business Economics, and minor in Statistics. I was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, which is offered to only 5% of graduating seniors...

5.0 (623)
215/hour
2,813 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutes

In 2020, I graduated cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with my B.S. in Pure Mathematics, B.A. in Business Economics, and minor in Statistics. I was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, which is offered to only 5% of graduating seniors...

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Vijayalakshmi L.
60/hour

Computer Science Professor for AP Computer Science A, DBMS & SQL, Java

I am Vijayalakshmi, but you can call me Viji. I am an adjunct computer science professor in a leading community college in Indiana. I completed my Masters of Computer Applications in 2005. I have 6 years of experience in online tutoring and 12...

5.0 (242)
60/hour
1,553 hours tutoring

I am Vijayalakshmi, but you can call me Viji. I am an adjunct computer science professor in a leading community college in Indiana. I completed my Masters of Computer Applications in 2005. I have 6 years of experience in online tutoring and 12...

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Zachary C.
92/hour

Math and Physics tutor

Zach is a tutor with experience tutoring college students in integral and differential calculus and both calculus-based and algebra-based physics. He got his Bachelor of Science degree in 2011, majoring in Geology and double minoring in Physics...

5.0 (462)
92/hour
1,325 hours tutoring

Zach is a tutor with experience tutoring college students in integral and differential calculus and both calculus-based and algebra-based physics. He got his Bachelor of Science degree in 2011, majoring in Geology and double minoring in Physics...

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Agnieszka M.
45/hour

Polish Language Teacher/Tutor

I am a native Polish speaker with over 10 years of experience teaching Polish language. I work with learners at all levels—from complete beginners to advanced—online, in person, and at major U.S. universities. I hold an MA in Foreign Language...

5.0 (366)
45/hour
651 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutes

I am a native Polish speaker with over 10 years of experience teaching Polish language. I work with learners at all levels—from complete beginners to advanced—online, in person, and at major U.S. universities. I hold an MA in Foreign Language...

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Timothy S.
350/hour

The Tutor I Always Wish I Had

I am a 99th percentile test taker who routinely helps students reach their fullest potential on a test and, in many cases, perform better than I ever have. The LSAT is a test that requires those who take it to think in a particular way. As...

5.0 (540)
350/hour
2,120 hours tutoring

I am a 99th percentile test taker who routinely helps students reach their fullest potential on a test and, in many cases, perform better than I ever have. The LSAT is a test that requires those who take it to think in a particular way. As...

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