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Jeffrey M. San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeffrey M.
69/hour

San Mateo, CA

Effective Ph.D. Tutor of Mathematics and Physics

Before we jump into Algebra, I make sure that my client has mastered pre-algebra subjects. Many students entering algebra need work on arithmetic with fractions, how to calculate least common denominators, etc. I very often start by showing my student how to write out the prime factorization of the...

4.9 (1205)
69/hour
4,515 hours tutoring

Before we jump into Algebra, I make sure that my client has mastered pre-algebra subjects. Many students entering algebra need work on arithmetic with fractions, how to calculate least common denominators, etc. I very often start by showing my student how to write out the prime factorization of the...

Bridget K. San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bridget K.
150/hour

San Mateo, CA

Certified Teacher with 10+ Years of tutoring experience

I have worked with students specifically in Algebra 1 for eight years. I use the coaching and teaching skills that I developed while obtaining my certification to help students understand math concepts.

5.0 (1310)
150/hour
4,256 hours tutoring
Response time: 59 minutesNote that average response time is based on Bridget’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 12:00 pm UTC.

I have worked with students specifically in Algebra 1 for eight years. I use the coaching and teaching skills that I developed while obtaining my certification to help students understand math concepts.

Alexandra F. San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexandra F.
70/hour

San Mateo, CA

Experienced Mathematics & STEM Tutor | Chapman Honors Graduate

...Department, helping students succeed in lower-division math courses, especially Calculus I and II. My coursework includes Calculus I, II, and III, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Discrete Mathematics, and Introductory Statistics. As a tutor, grader, SI Leader, and mentor, I've learned how to explain difficult...

4.9 (87)
70/hour
199 hours tutoring

...Department, helping students succeed in lower-division math courses, especially Calculus I and II. My coursework includes Calculus I, II, and III, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Discrete Mathematics, and Introductory Statistics. As a tutor, grader, SI Leader, and mentor, I've learned how to explain difficult...

Aaron S. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aaron S.
150/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

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

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.

5.0 (49)
150/hour
132 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.

Henry D. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Henry D.
200/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Yale Engineering Grad with 8+ Years of Math Tutoring Experience

Additionally, I have tutored for over 8 years in everything ranging from pre-algebra to advanced computer science classes. One of my longest term students is finishing algebra right now in fact (and is doing quite well)!

5.0 (22)
200/hour
71 hours tutoring

Additionally, I have tutored for over 8 years in everything ranging from pre-algebra to advanced computer science classes. One of my longest term students is finishing algebra right now in fact (and is doing quite well)!

Theodore S. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Theodore S.
25/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Retired Actuary/Former High School Math Teacher

The second year of high school algebra introduces new concepts: logarithmic functions, exponential functions, series, sequences, conic sections (and learning how to sketch graphs of these curves). Sometimes the teacher and course move a little too fast for a student. A little help might be all it takes for the...

5.0 (695)
25/hour
1,652 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

The second year of high school algebra introduces new concepts: logarithmic functions, exponential functions, series, sequences, conic sections (and learning how to sketch graphs of these curves). Sometimes the teacher and course move a little too fast for a student. A little help might be all it takes for the...

Charles T. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Charles T.
100/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Creative Math - ADHD Students

When I began tutoring a few years ago, I firmly believed that anyone could do well in mathematics, all the way through Calculus, provided you are relatively fluent in a few formulas and make time for regular problem sets. My experience over that time has only confirmed my suspicions, and its has been a great pleasure to...

5.0 (498)
100/hour
1,982 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

When I began tutoring a few years ago, I firmly believed that anyone could do well in mathematics, all the way through Calculus, provided you are relatively fluent in a few formulas and make time for regular problem sets. My experience over that time has only confirmed my suspicions, and its has been a great pleasure to...

Kai S. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kai S.
120/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

UC Berkeley Applied Math Major — 4.0 GPA, 99th Percentile SAT

I help students master core Algebra 2 topics, including quadratics, polynomial and rational functions, exponentials and logarithms, systems of equations, and function transformations. I focus on why methods work, not just the steps, and I use the Desmos graphing calculator to show students what equations actually...

5.0 (6)
120/hour
47 hours tutoring

I help students master core Algebra 2 topics, including quadratics, polynomial and rational functions, exponentials and logarithms, systems of equations, and function transformations. I focus on why methods work, not just the steps, and I use the Desmos graphing calculator to show students what equations actually...

Miriam K. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Miriam K.
60/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

PhD in Neuroscience with 8 years Teaching Experience

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 wanted to get ahead in math. I particularly enjoy showing students how...

4.9 (54)
60/hour
364 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 wanted to get ahead in math. I particularly enjoy showing students how...

Michael D. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael D.
60/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Math-Physics-Computer Help from a Skilled, Communicative Tutor

I'm enthusiastic about tutoring -- I've been teaching and tutoring, as time permitted, starting when I was a graduate student. My BA is in Maths and Computer Science, my PhD is in Physics, I did postdoctoral work in Biophysics, I was on the Physiology faculty at a university in Canada, and now I work in the Biotech...

5.0 (121)
60/hour
548 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I'm enthusiastic about tutoring -- I've been teaching and tutoring, as time permitted, starting when I was a graduate student. My BA is in Maths and Computer Science, my PhD is in Physics, I did postdoctoral work in Biophysics, I was on the Physiology faculty at a university in Canada, and now I work in the Biotech...

Nina M. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nina M.
35/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

In person and online math teacher with +10 years experiences /bay area

...levels, from elementary, Prealgebra to Calculus.I am well versed in many areas, such as exam readiness, and conceptual clarity. Because my math is strong in algebra, geometry and calculus, I can teach students by clarifying concepts for them in a profound manner.Additionally, my math skills lie in providing tutoring assistance...

4.9 (7)
35/hour
36 hours tutoring

...levels, from elementary, Prealgebra to Calculus.I am well versed in many areas, such as exam readiness, and conceptual clarity. Because my math is strong in algebra, geometry and calculus, I can teach students by clarifying concepts for them in a profound manner.Additionally, my math skills lie in providing tutoring assistance...

Isabella Y. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Isabella Y.
65/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Making Math Accessible and Understandable

7+ years tutoring math from Algebra I through college calculus.

5.0 (35)
65/hour
76 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutesNote that average response time is based on Isabella’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

7+ years tutoring math from Algebra I through college calculus.

Julia G. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julia G.
120/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Stanford Math, Writing/Reading, & College Prep Tutor

Tutored Algebra 1 to supplement a class, resulting in students getting high grades, and taught a stand alone summer program with homemade lesson plans to help students test out. Trained as an Art of Problem Solving mentor and a Success Strategies tutor to help all students grasp concepts and practice skills.

5.0 (21)
120/hour
136 hours tutoring

Tutored Algebra 1 to supplement a class, resulting in students getting high grades, and taught a stand alone summer program with homemade lesson plans to help students test out. Trained as an Art of Problem Solving mentor and a Success Strategies tutor to help all students grasp concepts and practice skills.

Hannah R. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hannah R.
75/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

PhD candidate in biochemistry

I use math from the levels of algebra to precalculus on a regular basis to perform statistical tests, prepare solutions at the right concentrations, predict growth/pH/enzyme activity, and analyze data. My aim is to help my students understand math at whatever level they're currently at, whether that...

5.0 (6)
75/hour
29 hours tutoring

I use math from the levels of algebra to precalculus on a regular basis to perform statistical tests, prepare solutions at the right concentrations, predict growth/pH/enzyme activity, and analyze data. My aim is to help my students understand math at whatever level they're currently at, whether that...

Theodore W. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Theodore W.
149/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Algebra 2 Expert (102% Course Grade)

Experienced Algebra 2 tutor who helps students overcome challenges and achieve breakthrough understanding and performance. I specialize in making complex concepts like quadratics, logarithms, and polynomial functions intuitive and approachable. I employ my own custom-developed techniques, refined over years of...

5.0 (93)
149/hour
183 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutesNote that average response time is based on Theodore’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

Experienced Algebra 2 tutor who helps students overcome challenges and achieve breakthrough understanding and performance. I specialize in making complex concepts like quadratics, logarithms, and polynomial functions intuitive and approachable. I employ my own custom-developed techniques, refined over years of...

Matthew R. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew R.
100/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Stanford PhD, astrobiologist, astronomer, geologist and physicist.

I graduated from Stanford University with a PhD in planetary science and astrobiology, where I studied climate evolution on planets around other stars. In addition, I graduated from Penn State University with a Masters in geosciences, Southern New Hampshire University with a Masters in education, and University of New...

5.0 (31)
100/hour
99 hours tutoring

I graduated from Stanford University with a PhD in planetary science and astrobiology, where I studied climate evolution on planets around other stars. In addition, I graduated from Penn State University with a Masters in geosciences, Southern New Hampshire University with a Masters in education, and University of New...

Leon B. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon B.
180/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

I'm *NOT* your TYPICAL TUTOR | Stanford University Graduate

You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ and social media influencer which allows me to quickly connect with...

5.0 (89)
180/hour
494 hours tutoring

You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ and social media influencer which allows me to quickly connect with...

Dudley B. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dudley B.
80/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Friendly, patient, UNDERSTANDABLE Algebra 1 tutor since 1980

SUBJECTS TAUGHT: Sets and set operations Numbers -- The Natural (counting) Numbers -- Positive and Negative Numbers -- The Rational Numbers (fractions) -- The Real Numbers -- Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division with all of the above -- Ratios and Proportions Algebraic Expressions...

4.7 (34)
80/hour
139 hours tutoring

SUBJECTS TAUGHT: Sets and set operations Numbers -- The Natural (counting) Numbers -- Positive and Negative Numbers -- The Rational Numbers (fractions) -- The Real Numbers -- Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division with all of the above -- Ratios and Proportions Algebraic Expressions...

Donnie R. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Donnie R.
125/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Algebra 2: Building on the Fundamentals

Algebra II builds directly on Algebra I — quadratics, functions, systems of equations — and I bring the same foundation-first approach to it. Between private tutoring, Wyzant, and afterschool sessions, I've logged over 200 hours working through algebra with students. One student I tutored...

5.0 (5)
125/hour
42 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Algebra II builds directly on Algebra I — quadratics, functions, systems of equations — and I bring the same foundation-first approach to it. Between private tutoring, Wyzant, and afterschool sessions, I've logged over 200 hours working through algebra with students. One student I tutored...

Jahi M. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jahi M.
55/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Experienced and effective math tutor

I have provided expert level individualized math tutoring for over 25 years. I have worked with students who have weak math skills and are currently struggling to keep up, students who are doing well and want to do advanced work, as well as students who fall somewhere in between. I have tutored in all elementary, junior...

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4.9 (644)
55/hour
4,142 hours tutoring
Response time: 28 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have provided expert level individualized math tutoring for over 25 years. I have worked with students who have weak math skills and are currently struggling to keep up, students who are doing well and want to do advanced work, as well as students who fall somewhere in between. I have tutored in all elementary, junior...

Ariya M. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ariya M.
45/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Berkeley Grad providing Math/English Test Prep

Previous Algebra 2 Honors tutor

4.7 (29)
45/hour
115 hours tutoring

Previous Algebra 2 Honors tutor

Martin R. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Martin R.
75/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Highly qualified tutor for High School and College Level Math

Mastering Algebra 2 is key to success in all future math classes, especially Calculus. I have taught Algebra 2 in high schools and colleges over many years. I am very familiar with the high school curriculum and am very good at helping students understand new concepts.

4.9 (984)
75/hour
3,631 hours tutoring

Mastering Algebra 2 is key to success in all future math classes, especially Calculus. I have taught Algebra 2 in high schools and colleges over many years. I am very familiar with the high school curriculum and am very good at helping students understand new concepts.

Sidney H. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sidney H.
125/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Tutoring students in algebra to significantly improve grades!

I’ve been able to help students dramatically improve algebra skills.

5.0 (2)
125/hour
5 hours tutoring

I’ve been able to help students dramatically improve algebra skills.

Arjun S. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arjun S.
125/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Linear Algebra and Mathematics Instructor at Columbia and CMU

I have served as an instructor for linear algebra and related mathematics courses at Columbia and Carnegie Mellon. I have also served as a private tutor for college level mathematics students with many of my students improving their grades significantly and receiving A-grades.

5.0 (10)
125/hour
76 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response time is based on Arjun’s active hours, which are 7:00 am - 7:00 am UTC.

I have served as an instructor for linear algebra and related mathematics courses at Columbia and Carnegie Mellon. I have also served as a private tutor for college level mathematics students with many of my students improving their grades significantly and receiving A-grades.

Leon Z. Near San Mateo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon Z.
360/hour

Near San Mateo, CA

Physics, Math -- Improve your scores greatly, quickly, and pleasantly!

I routinely help students catching up what they forget in algebra while tutoring them on higher-level mathematics. I just got 100% on my algebra test without any preparation.

5.0 (217)
360/hour
1,364 hours tutoring

I routinely help students catching up what they forget in algebra while tutoring them on higher-level mathematics. I just got 100% on my algebra test without any preparation.

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