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Adaptable & Engaging Tutor - Elementary Foundations to AP/IB Success
Tara J.

33 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $40

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Does your student need extra support in math, reading, or writing and a tutor who can make learning feel exciting instead of stressful?
I specialize in helping students not only improve their skills but also gain the confidence to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

I have 6 years of experience tutoring younger students in English Language Arts and math fundamentals. I’ve worked with learners in grades 3–6, guiding them through grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, descriptive...

Does your student need extra support in math, reading, or writing and a tutor who can make learning feel exciting instead of stressful?
I specialize in helping students not only improve their skills but also gain the confidence to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

I have 6 years of experience tutoring younger students in English Language Arts and math fundamentals. I’ve worked with learners in grades 3–6, guiding them through grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, descriptive writing, and core math skills. Parents and students often praise my ability to keep lessons interactive and motivating, helping children feel confident and excited to learn.

In high school, I completed 5 AP courses and 7 IB courses, graduating with the International Baccalaureate Diploma. That rigorous background prepared me to support students in advanced coursework such as AP English Language & Composition, AP Psychology, and IB Philosophy, particularly in essay writing, reading comprehension, and exam preparation.

I thereafter received a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Sciences and a B.A. in Philosophy in only 3 years. I tutored fellow students throughout university in courses such as Intro Biology, Symbolic Logic, Organic Chemistry 1, etc.

My approach is research-based, flexible, and student-centered. I adapt each lesson to the individual learner’s goals and welcome input from parents and students so we can work together as a team.
I welcome questions and input from parents and students, and I look forward to helping your student reach their goals!


Education

Virginia Commonwealth University
Interdisciplinary Science and Philosophy

Additional Languages

Iranian Persian

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Elementary Science

Elementary Science

Taught elementary science, specifically catering to the Virginia SOL, to fifth graders for one year. Learned how to engage students with experiments, explain abstract concepts using simplified language, and encourage students to ask further questions to enrich their scientific mindset and learning.
Philosophy

Philosophy

Graduate 4.0 major GPA in Philosophy in 3 years. I started learning and tutoring in various philosophy subjects when I was 18, from helping student build IB Philosophy essays to teaching logical notation in an understandable fashion.
Writing

Writing

I have over 5 years of experience teaching students how to write their best, from elementary school to university level. I'm a proud dual-degree graduate who learned distinct differences between writing for the humanities and writing science manuscripts, and am passionate about passing down my knowledge.
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
Chemistry
Elementary Math
English
Grammar
Literature
Prealgebra
Trigonometry
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Writing Tutor

Tara was the writing tutor for my 10 year old son. She was patient, encouraging and helped him to improve his writing skills by giving him a structured approach to summarize all his thoughts and ideas in more cohesive manner. This has helped him a lot and we see a significant improvement in his writing. He is more confident now and enjoys his writing assignments more than ever before.

Suman, 7 lessons with Tara

Great tutor!

Tara consulted/tutored for an IB Philosophy IA. Tara is patient, thoughtful and smart!!! Will want to book again for sure. Highly recommend! Tara earned 5 stars!

Rachel, 1 lesson with Tara
Hourly Rate: $40
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