Search
Zainab G.'s Photo

Interdisciplinary Tutor: Guidance Ignites Passion!
Zainab G.

5.0 (5 ratings)

14 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
Hourly Rate: $40
Contact Zainab
Response time: 5 hours

About Zainab

Bio

Hello! My name is Zainab, and I am glad you are here. If you want a tutor who will meet you where you are and help you build real confidence, I would love to work with you. I know how it feels to be stuck, and that is why my approach is patient, clear, and focused on helping you truly understand the material. I have tutored students from middle school through early college in Biology, Earth Science, English, and foundational math. I also gained experience supporting younger learners and...

Hello! My name is Zainab, and I am glad you are here. If you want a tutor who will meet you where you are and help you build real confidence, I would love to work with you. I know how it feels to be stuck, and that is why my approach is patient, clear, and focused on helping you truly understand the material. I have tutored students from middle school through early college in Biology, Earth Science, English, and foundational math. I also gained experience supporting younger learners and families at FSU STEM Nights, which strengthened my ability to explain concepts in simple and engaging ways.

A bit about my background. I completed an Engineering Magnet Program and I am currently studying Public Health and Child Development at Florida State University. I hold Microsoft Office certifications and have developed strong communication and problem solving skills through my work at Starbucks and through large event operations roles at the FIFA Club World Cup and the Nobel Prize Summit. These experiences taught me how to stay organized, adaptable, and supportive in fast-paced situations. I also study Japanese and Gujarati, which has helped me understand different learning styles and connect with students from diverse backgrounds.

In our sessions, I will personalize the lesson to your learning pace. If you prefer step-by-step explanations, visuals, examples, or guided practice, I will adjust the method to what helps you feel confident. I enjoy using diagrams, real-world connections, and simple frameworks that make information easier to understand and remember. My goal is for you to feel capable and proud of your progress. If you think we would be a good match, I would be happy to hear about your goals and create a plan that supports your success. I look forward to meeting you and helping you make learning a positive and enjoyable experience.

Read more

Education

Florida State University
Public Health

Additional Languages

Gujarati

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: Contact me for policies including group rates, subject specific rates, and special pricing for multiple hour lessons. Note: No-show is after 15 minutes.
  • Lesson cancellation: 5 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 11/9/2025

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Schedule

Loading...

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Approved Subjects

Accent Reduction

Accent Reduction

I have completed online coursework in speech pathology and speech development to supplement my academic background in child development, giving me a strong understanding of language acquisition and communication patterns. I deeply understand the frustration, identity conflict, and social pressure that can come with accent reduction, and I have personally helped family members navigate this process using practical, respectful techniques. My background in acting, theatre, and singing includes working intentionally with different accents, which supports code-switching practice, such as shifting between a home language or accent and a professional or regional English accent. I want to be clear that accent reduction is not about erasing your identity; I strongly encourage cultural pride and preservation while helping you develop an additional, flexible way of speaking to reduce misunderstanding, bias, or barriers when needed.
Acting

Acting

I have 16 years of theatre experience across school and community productions, with extensive work in musical theatre and stage performance. I have trained in acting-focused classes such as Acting With Intent: Breaking Down the Song with Marc Kudisch, Vocal Fingerprint with Matt Morgan, and performance workshops with Jodie Langel and Andrew Cao. I help students work through lines, monologues, scene work, acting through song, and natural on-screen acting, focusing on truthful choices, intention, and physical awareness. This approach supports confident, grounded performances for auditions and both stage and screen work.
ADHD

ADHD

As a person with ADHD, I have learned how to manage and thrive across my passions, academics, and professional goals, and I bring that lived understanding into my tutoring. I minor in Child Development, where my coursework focuses on learning processes, ADHD, and other neurological and developmental differences, and I also performed strongly in AP Psychology. My approach emphasizes practical strategies for organization, motivation, task initiation, and follow-through, tailored to each student’s needs. I have navigated my own challenges with strong support systems and effective techniques, and I enjoy sharing those tools to help students build confidence and independence.
African American Studies

African American Studies

I have completed several college-level history courses that deeply explore race, identity, and cultural context, including History and Context of Race and Ethnicity and U.S. History from the 1800s onward, and I passed the Civic Literacy Exam with a 100. I am highly engaged by documentaries, historical narratives, and diverse perspectives, which enrich how I approach African American Studies as both an academic and cultural subject. Many of my academic interests align with the origins of African civilizations, the African diaspora, and the historical foundations of African American culture and resistance. I enjoy helping students connect history to lived experience, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful discussion.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I support students in Algebra 1 by helping them build strong mathematical foundations rooted in understanding rather than memorization. My background includes coursework through AP Calculus and AP Statistics, as well as biostatistics, which allows me to explain algebra as a meaningful language used across science, data, and real life. I enjoy breaking down topics like linear equations, systems, inequalities, functions, and word problems in clear, approachable ways that reduce frustration and build confidence. My goal is to help students feel grounded in algebra so they can apply skills flexibly across academic contexts and future coursework.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I help students navigate Algebra 2 by connecting abstract concepts to logical patterns, real-world applications, and higher-level mathematical thinking. My academic experience includes AP Calculus, AP Statistics, biostatistics, and independent study in trigonometry, geometry, and linear algebra, allowing me to guide students with clarity and depth. I support topics such as quadratic functions, polynomials, exponential and logarithmic relationships, sequences, and complex problem-solving with an emphasis on reasoning and structure. I aim to help students move beyond procedures into true fluency, preparing them for advanced math, science courses, and analytical thinking across disciplines.
Anthropology

Anthropology

I have explored anthropology through interdisciplinary coursework including Sociology of Death and Dying, AP Human Geography, college courses on race and ethnicity in the United States, Asian American studies, and supporting work in statistics to understand social patterns and data. I am deeply engaged by documentaries, global perspectives, and cultural diversity, and enjoy examining how belief systems, history, environment, and power shape human behavior. Many of my academic interests align with origins in Africa, the African diaspora, and cross-cultural connections that link societies across time and place. I help students approach anthropology through context, comparison, and real-world examples, encouraging curiosity and critical thinking rather than memorization.
Archaeology

Archaeology

I approach archaeology through a strong academic foundation in history, anthropology, and AP coursework, including AP Human Geography and AP Art History, which emphasize material culture, chronology, and human development. I also have hands-on experience working with and helping run museum-style exhibits at the Orlando Science Center, including prehistoric and dinosaur-focused exhibits, where public education, accuracy, and storytelling were central. My interests connect archaeology with history, religion, art, architecture, and sociology, helping students understand how artifacts reflect belief systems, technology, and daily life. I help students explore archaeology through context, evidence, and interpretation, making the subject engaging whether approached academically, historically, or through real-world application.
Art History

Art History

I approach Art History through a global and contextual lens, exploring how art reflects culture, religion, politics, power, and human experience across time. My background includes AP Art History, along with interdisciplinary study connecting art to history, religion, sociology, architecture, and cultural movements, which helps bring works beyond memorization of dates and styles. I enjoy guiding students through visual analysis, symbolism, materials, patronage, and historical context, helping them understand why art looks the way it does and what it communicates. My goal is to make art history engaging, meaningful, and accessible, whether students are preparing for exams, writing analyses, or simply learning to see art more deeply.
Biology

Biology

My academic background includes general biology I and II, AP Biology, and advanced coursework connected to my Public Health major, which grounds biological concepts in real-world health and population outcomes. I have hands-on lab experience working with microscopes, fruit flies, planaria, mini crabs, cell and chemical structure, glycolysis, photosynthesis pigment extraction, DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, enzyme activity, and population dynamics. I have also completed laboratory practicums, dissections, and data analysis using biostatistics, and have experience writing scientific papers in APA style based on experimental findings. I support students by adapting explanations to their level, helping them build confidence in both biological concepts and laboratory thinking, from introductory topics to AP and college-level material.
Biostatistics

Biostatistics

I have a strong academic foundation in biostatistics through my Public Health major, with coursework in statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, and biological sciences. I have applied biostatistical concepts to real research contexts, including semester-long projects on foodborne illness, food safety, and pregnancy and neonatal outcomes, interpreting data to understand risk and population trends. My approach emphasizes conceptual understanding, real-world application, and clear interpretation of data, rather than rote formula memorization. I help students build confidence in reading studies, understanding results, and applying statistics meaningfully in health-related fields.
Career Development

Career Development

I help students and early professionals navigate career development from the ground up, whether they are starting from zero, exploring options, or looking to grow with clarity and direction. My support includes career exploration, resume building, interview preparation, personal branding, side-hustle development, and application strategy, all tailored to individual strengths and goals. I focus on helping clients identify transferable skills, articulate their value, and build realistic pathways toward income, experience, and long-term growth. Think of me as your personal agent, helping you plan strategically, advocate for yourself, and move forward with confidence in both traditional career paths and independent ventures.
Common Core

Common Core

I support students working within Common Core standards by strengthening foundational skills in math and English language arts through clear, structured, and patient instruction. I have personally been educated through Common Core–based academics, giving me firsthand understanding of how the standards are taught, assessed, and applied in the classroom. My approach emphasizes conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and skill-building, helping students grasp the reasoning behind their work rather than relying on memorization alone. I adapt lessons to each student’s learning style and pace, building confidence, academic independence, and long-term success.
Cooking

Cooking

I have extensive hands-on cooking experience across Indian, Italian, Japanese, and classic Western cuisines, with a strong emphasis on from-scratch cooking, sauce-making, roux-based dishes, and working confidently with meats, tofu, and plant-based proteins. I have practiced complex techniques and dishes such as soufflés, consommé, hollandaise, poached eggs, croissants, macarons, choux pastry, risotto methods, sushi, boba and popping boba, Middle Eastern pastries, and Moussaka, building precision and patience in the kitchen. I am a big encourager of “using what you have,” getting creative, and incorporating frozen or convenient ingredients in smart ways that keep cooking accessible, flexible, and beginner-friendly. With grocery prices rising, I also help individuals and families create customizable grocery lists, meal plans, and budget-conscious ideas using stores like Dollar Tree, Aldi, Costco, Walmart, and local grocery chains, making cooking realistic, affordable, and enjoyable.
Cosmetology

Cosmetology

My passion for cosmetology was ignited through the performing arts, including dance, theatre, and acting, where I learned early on how essential hair, makeup, and presentation are to confidence and storytelling. I have extensive hands-on experience with beauty enhancement, including natural and “clean girl” makeup tailored to comfort and skin needs, full glam looks, wig styling and restoration, blowouts, curling and straightening, and working with all hair textures including curly and 4C hair, often doing my own makeup and hair as well as helping many others backstage and at home. I am also experienced in waxing and sugar waxing, tweezing, and skincare support for eczema and acne, informed by personal experience and a strong foundation in chemistry and biology that helps me approach skin health thoughtfully. I stay up to date on new products, trends, and techniques, plan to pursue cosmetology school post-graduation to formally supplement my years of experience, and love teaching beginner to intermediate clients the fundamentals so they feel confident, skilled, and prepared, think of me as your little agent helping you build real, usable beauty skills.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

I have a strong passion for creative writing and love helping students explore imagination, voice, and emotional expression through words. I guide writers through brainstorming, idea expansion, imagery, tone, and revision, helping them translate abstract thoughts into meaningful writing. My approach balances creative freedom with gentle structure, allowing writers to experiment while still gaining clarity and confidence. I aim to make creative writing feel inviting and expressive, helping students trust their voice and enjoy the process of creation.
Drawing

Drawing

I cultivated my drawing practice through formal studio training at the Art Studio of Lake Mary alongside academic art coursework, where imagination, composition, and personal expression were central to the learning process. Several of my works were displayed in gallery settings, reflecting both technical growth and creative exploration across multiple styles. My experience includes pencil, charcoal, pastel, and other dry media, with an emphasis on expressive line quality, proportion, and visual storytelling rather than strict realism. Drawing played an essential role in my work with Odyssey of the Mind, where concept sketches and detailed visual plans were used to design and build props and scenic elements.
Earth Science

Earth Science

I have a strong academic foundation in Earth Science, supported by coursework in environmental science, public health, biology, and systems-based sciences, which allows me to explain how Earth’s processes are interconnected. I help students understand topics such as geology, climate systems, weather patterns, ecosystems, natural resources, and human impact on the planet through real-world context rather than memorization. My approach emphasizes cause and effect, observation, and critical thinking, helping students see how Earth science shapes daily life and global challenges. I enjoy making Earth science approachable and meaningful, especially for students who learn best through discussion, visuals, and applied examples.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I support elementary students (K–6) across all core subjects, including reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, with a focus on building confidence, curiosity, and strong academic foundations. My background in child development allows me to tailor instruction to each child’s learning style, motivation level, and developmental stage, helping students stay engaged and excited about learning. I also help students advance grade levels and strengthen critical thinking, improving reading comprehension, writing clarity, math reasoning, and foundational science and history understanding. In addition to academics, I can support elementary extracurriculars such as art, PE, music, computers, book clubs, news crew, chorus, and theatre, helping students grow holistically and discover their interests.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

I have a strong background in mathematics, tutoring students from elementary math through Precalculus, as well as beginner to intermediate Statistics. I support foundational skills such as number sense and arithmetic, and progress into algebraic reasoning, functions, trigonometric concepts, and data analysis. My approach emphasizes clear explanations, step-by-step problem solving, and building confidence so students understand the why behind the math, not just the answers.
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

I support elementary science learning (K–6) by helping students build curiosity, confidence, and a strong foundation in how the natural world works. My background in biology and public health, along with extensive hands-on lab experience, allows me to explain scientific ideas clearly and age-appropriately. I focus on core topics such as life science, earth science, basic chemistry, experiments, and scientific thinking, using real-world examples and simple investigations to make learning engaging. I also help students strengthen critical thinking, observation skills, and vocabulary, supporting growth in both science understanding and overall academic confidence.
English

English

I have a strong background in English and academic writing, with extensive experience supporting students on literature reviews, annotated bibliographies, and research papers. I regularly help with close reading, source evaluation, synthesis across texts, and academic tone. I am comfortable with both MLA and APA formatting and focus on helping students clearly explain sources, identify key themes, and understand how to connect research to a central argument in a way that meets their teacher’s expectations.
Environmental Science

Environmental Science

I have a strong academic background in environmental science, including completion of AP Environmental Science and college-level coursework connected to environmental systems and public health. My studies emphasize how natural systems, human activity, policy, and health outcomes intersect, from climate and ecosystems to pollution, sustainability, and environmental justice. I enjoy teaching environmental science through real-world examples, data, and case studies, helping students understand cause-and-effect relationships rather than memorizing terms. My approach builds environmental literacy, critical thinking, and confidence across middle school, high school, and AP-level material.
Epidemiology

Epidemiology

I am a Public Health major with strong academic training in epidemiology and population health, supported by coursework in epidemiology, environmental epidemiology, public health, sociology of death and dying, and child development. I have completed extensive semester-long research papers on topics such as foodborne illness and food safety and neonatal and pregnancy outcomes related to drug exposure, emphasizing real-world application of epidemiologic methods. My foundation is further strengthened by coursework in statistics, biostatistics, and multiple biological sciences, allowing me to clearly explain data, risk, and study design. I help students understand epidemiology through context, critical thinking, and practical examples rather than memorization alone.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I help students develop strong essay-writing skills by focusing on clarity, organization, and purposeful argumentation. My support includes thesis development, paragraph structure, transitions, evidence integration, and careful proofreading, tailored to academic expectations across subjects. I emphasize understanding the why behind an essay, helping students move beyond formulaic writing toward thoughtful, well-supported ideas. This approach builds confidence, improves grades, and strengthens long-term academic writing skills.
Fiction Writing

Fiction Writing

I enjoy working closely with writers on fiction, helping them craft stories that feel vivid, intentional, and engaging. I support development in plot structure, character arcs, dialogue, pacing, and point of view, while encouraging originality and personal style. My feedback focuses on strengthening narrative flow and emotional impact without limiting creativity. Whether a student is drafting short stories or developing longer fiction, I help them refine ideas into cohesive, compelling narratives.
Geography

Geography

I approach geography as the study of place, people, movement, and environment, drawing from coursework such as AP Human Geography and interdisciplinary studies in history, sociology, anthropology, and public health. I enjoy exploring how physical geography, human systems, culture, economics, migration, and political boundaries shape the modern world and everyday life. My teaching emphasizes maps, case studies, global patterns, and real-world examples, helping students understand geography through context rather than memorization. I aim to spark curiosity and global awareness while helping students build strong spatial reasoning, critical thinking, and geographic literacy.
Geometry

Geometry

I support students in geometry by helping them see math as a visual, logical system rather than a set of disconnected formulas. My background includes advanced math coursework through AP Calculus and AP Statistics, along with independent study in trigonometry, linear algebra, and spatial reasoning, which strengthens how I explain geometric relationships. I focus on concepts such as proofs, transformations, similarity, congruence, circles, coordinate geometry, and real-world applications, breaking each down step by step. My approach emphasizes intuition, pattern recognition, and confidence, helping students succeed across standard, advanced, and honors geometry contexts.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

I have strong academic experience in U.S. government and politics, supported by coursework such as AP U.S. Government, AP U.S. History, and discussion-heavy college classes centered on law, policy, and civic institutions. I passed the Civic Literacy Exam with a 100, reflecting a solid understanding of constitutional principles, branches of government, and civil rights. My approach emphasizes learning through primary documents, Supreme Court cases, policy analysis, and historical context, helping students understand how government systems actually function rather than memorizing facts. I enjoy guiding students through informed discussion, critical thinking, and real-world connections to current events and political structures.
Grammar

Grammar

I help students strengthen grammar skills by focusing on clarity, structure, and confidence in both written and spoken language. My approach covers sentence structure, punctuation, verb tense, agreement, transitions, and common grammar pitfalls, tailored to each student’s level and goals. I work with students ranging from early learners and English language learners to middle school, high school, and college writers who want to refine their academic and professional writing. I emphasize understanding grammar as a tool for communication rather than memorization, helping students write more clearly, accurately, and with greater ease.
Handwriting

Handwriting

I support students in developing clear, confident handwriting by focusing on letter formation, spacing, grip, posture, and fine motor coordination. My approach is patient and individualized, working with young learners just beginning to write, students looking to improve legibility and speed, and those who struggle with handwriting due to attention, motor, or learning differences. I emphasize muscle memory, repetition, and practical strategies that make writing feel less frustrating and more natural over time. My goal is to help students build handwriting skills that support academic success, self-confidence, and ease in everyday writing tasks.
High School Placement Test

High School Placement Test

I help students prepare for high school placement tests by strengthening core skills in math, reading comprehension, writing, and test-taking strategy. My broader academic experience across history, psychology, statistics, and interdisciplinary coursework allows me to adapt explanations to different learning styles and academic needs. I focus on understanding concepts, recognizing patterns, and building confidence, rather than memorizing shortcuts. This step-by-step approach reduces test anxiety and helps students demonstrate their true ability under timed conditions.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

I help students and early professionals prepare for interviews by building confidence, clarity, and an authentic professional presence, ensuring they feel prepared to speak about themselves without sounding scripted or overwhelmed. My work includes in-depth mock interviews, breaking down common and behavioral questions, developing strong personal narratives, refining answers through feedback, and practicing body language, tone, and pacing so responses feel natural and grounded. I focus on helping clients clearly communicate their experiences, strengths, values, and goals in a way that aligns with the role they are pursuing, whether it is for a job, internship, leadership position, or academic opportunity. Think of me as your personal agent and advocate, supporting you through preparation, strategy, and mindset so you can walk into interviews feeling calm, prepared, and confident in your ability to represent yourself well.
Japanese

Japanese

I have studied Japanese for three years in high school and at the college level (Japanese I and Kanji I), and I currently serve as president of a Japanese culture club, where language and cultural learning are deeply intertwined. My study is grounded in the Genki textbooks, Kanji I, supplemental tools like Duolingo, and academic coursework including AP Art History, alongside instruction from Midori Imhoof, Barbara Ihns, Junko-sensei, and Tazumi Scearce. I am not fluent and am still actively studying, but I bring in-depth, intentional knowledge of beginner to early-intermediate Japanese, with strong comfort in hiragana and katakana and a thoughtful, supportive approach to beginner kanji. I enjoy teaching Japanese basics and cultural foundations to study-abroad students, short-term movers, travelers, and beginners, emphasizing cultural appreciation, confidence, and sustainable learning rather than memorization.
Linear Algebra

Linear Algebra

I have studied linear algebra independently through structured online resources and guided practice, developing a solid understanding of core topics such as vectors, matrices, systems of equations, linear transformations, and eigenvalues. I work best with students at the beginner to early-intermediate level, focusing on intuition, step-by-step reasoning, and visual understanding rather than rote computation. I also have experience using MATLAB to explore matrix operations, transformations, and applied problem-solving, which can be helpful for students encountering computational or applied linear algebra. My approach emphasizes clarity, patience, and building confidence in a subject that often feels abstract at first.
Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365

I am a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certified in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and also hold IC3 GS5 Computing Fundamentals certification, giving me a strong technical and practical foundation across Microsoft 365. I am highly proficient in navigating and teaching Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, and general Microsoft 365 workflows, and I am currently continuing work with advanced Outlook and integrated tools. My approach focuses on real-world use, including formatting professional documents, data organization and analysis, presentations, email management, collaboration, and cloud-based file systems. I help students, professionals, and beginners build confidence, efficiency, and transferable digital skills they can immediately apply in school, work, and everyday tasks.
Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel

I am a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certified user in Excel, with additional certification in IC3 GS5 Computing Fundamentals, and extensive experience navigating the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. My background includes using Excel for data organization, analysis, visualization, and interpretation, particularly in biology, chemistry, public health, statistics, and biostatistics, where accuracy and clarity are essential. I support learners with formulas, functions, charts, data cleaning, basic statistical analysis, and practical workflows, adapting lessons for academic, professional, or personal use. My approach emphasizes confidence and real-world application, helping students understand not just how Excel works, but how to use it effectively for school, research, and everyday problem-solving.
Music History

Music History

My understanding of music history has been shaped through extensive performance experience, theatre coursework, and interdisciplinary study, where historical context was always central to interpretation and meaning. Through college theatre courses, collaboration with dramaturgs, and work on productions, I explored how music evolves alongside history, religion, politics, art, and social movements, a perspective further reinforced through AP Art History and other AP coursework. I approach music history through storytelling and context, connecting eras, genres, composers, and traditions to the cultural and religious worlds they emerged from. While I do not specialize in formal music theory, I am actively building those skills and focus instead on historical understanding, stylistic development, and cultural significance, making music history accessible, engaging, and meaningful.
Painting

Painting

I developed my painting voice through formal studio training at the Art Studio of Lake Mary and academic art classes, where experimentation, color exploration, and creative risk-taking were encouraged. I work across watercolor, acrylic, tempera, and mixed media, focusing on color relationships, texture, movement, and emotional expression rather than realism. Several of my paintings were showcased in gallery settings, highlighting both expressive intent and technical control. Painting was a key component of my Odyssey of the Mind experience, where I created and finished props and scenic pieces that supported storytelling and creative problem-solving.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I have a strong passion for writing, creative expression, and proofreading, and I enjoy helping students shape their stories with clarity and authenticity. I have recently completed personal-statement–heavy college applications, which resulted in acceptance to approximately 80% of the schools I applied to. I am happy to listen to your story, help you identify effective strategies, or provide thoughtful proofreading and revision support. I am also open to sharing examples from my own work to offer structure, inspiration, and practical guidance.
Political Science

Political Science

I have strong academic experience in political science, grounded in coursework such as AP U.S. Government, AP U.S. History, and discussion-heavy college classes that emphasized institutions, policy, and power. I am particularly interested in how government systems, law, political behavior, and public policy interact at local, national, and international levels. My approach emphasizes primary sources, court cases, policy analysis, and historical context as a way to understand political systems rather than memorizing terms or parties. I help students engage critically with political ideas, develop informed perspectives, and connect political theory to real-world events and civic life.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I support students in precalculus by strengthening their understanding of functions, trigonometry, graphs, identities, and algebraic reasoning, helping them see how ideas connect rather than feel fragmented. My background includes coursework through AP Calculus, AP Statistics, college-level statistics and biostatistics, as well as independent study in trigonometry, geometry, and linear algebra, which informs how I explain precalculus concepts clearly and intuitively. I emphasize conceptual understanding, pattern recognition, and visual reasoning, making the subject feel logical instead of intimidating. My goal is to help students build confidence and a strong mathematical foundation that prepares them smoothly for calculus, statistics, or other advanced math paths.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I offer detailed proofreading and revision support across a wide range of writing, including academic essays, research papers, personal statements, creative writing, fiction, speeches, and professional documents. My background includes working with MLA, APA, and Chicago styles, and I approach proofreading with a peer-review mindset, focusing on clarity, structure, logic, and accuracy rather than surface edits alone. Through my studies in public health, biology, statistics, and social sciences, I am especially comfortable proofreading scientific and data-driven writing, ensuring arguments, terminology, and citations are clear and precise. I enjoy helping writers refine their voice, strengthen organization, and present polished work that communicates ideas confidently and effectively.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have extensive experience in public speaking, speech writing, and performance, including being a school winner of the Tropicana Speech Competition, competing in Beta Club, speech and debate competitions, and using public speaking to earn leadership and extracurricular positions. I have spoken in formats ranging from TED-style talks and academic presentations to news-anchor delivery, having served on school news crew with teleprompter and broadcast-style training, as well as college-level speech coursework such as The Art of Choosing based on Sheena Iyengar’s research. My background in acting, theatre, statistics, memoir writing, and academic analysis allows me to help speakers strengthen both content and delivery, whether the goal is persuasion, storytelling, or clarity. I can help you start a speech from scratch, refine ideas, proofread, rehearse delivery, design visual aids or presentations, prepare special-occasion speeches (eulogies, wedding or acceptance speeches), and build tools to manage stage fright and long-term speaking confidence.
Reading

Reading

I support readers at all levels, from early and developing readers to advanced students working with complex literature and academic texts. My background includes AP Literature, AP Language, and extensive experience analyzing texts for meaning, structure, tone, and argument, which allows me to help students strengthen comprehension, interpretation, and confidence. I focus on improving reading level, fluency, vocabulary in context, and critical thinking, while also helping students understand why a text works the way it does. I also enjoy working with hobby and pleasure readers, offering new interpretations, discussion-based insight, and deeper engagement with books they already love.
Religion

Religion

I have extensive academic and personal experience studying religion through an impartial, contextual lens, with strong knowledge of Abrahamic traditions including Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, supported by coursework in AP Human Geography, AP Art History, history, sociology, and cultural studies. I bring firsthand experience studying Islam and attending religious education, alongside growing up with close friends and family who practice Catholicism, Christianity, Hinduism, and other faith traditions, allowing me to provide informed and respectful insight across belief systems. I can support students learning religion academically or personally, including preparation for or understanding of coming-of-age milestones such as Bar or Bat Mitzvah, Confirmation, Misaaq, Quinceañera, Seijin Shiki, and other cultural or religious rites, while also exploring ethics, morals, sects, denominations, and global traditions including Baháʼí. I enjoy weaving religion together with language, history, art, architecture, sociology, and modern life, supporting learners who are religious, questioning, agnostic, or atheist, and helping individuals reconnect with cultural roots, explore belief safely, or find meaning and community without pressure or bias.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I support students across social studies from Pre-K through college general education, helping them understand history, geography, civics, culture, and society in an age-appropriate and engaging way. My background includes coursework and tutoring in U.S. history, world history, government, sociology, anthropology, and civics, allowing me to adapt content across grade levels and academic expectations. I emphasize context, discussion, critical thinking, and real-world connections rather than rote memorization, helping students see how social studies connects to daily life. I also help students strengthen reading comprehension, writing, and analytical skills within social studies, supporting both foundational learning and higher-level academic success.
Social Work

Social Work

My academic background in Public Health closely aligns with social work through its emphasis on community health, equity, access to resources, and social determinants of well-being. My coursework includes public health, epidemiology, sociology of death and dying, child development, and population-based research, all of which inform a holistic understanding of individuals within systems. I am especially interested in how policy, environment, family structure, and health intersect to shape outcomes for individuals and communities. I help students understand social work through real-world context, case-based thinking, and compassion-driven analysis rather than abstract theory alone.
Sociology

Sociology

I have completed college-level coursework in sociology, including Sociology of Death and Dying and interdisciplinary classes examining race, ethnicity, inequality, and social structures, which strengthened my ability to analyze society through multiple lenses. My academic background allows me to connect sociological theory to real-world systems such as family, healthcare, education, government, and culture. I emphasize learning through context, discussion, and applied examples, helping students understand how concepts like socialization, power, institutions, and stratification operate in everyday life. My goal is to help students move beyond memorization by developing critical thinking skills, clear sociological reasoning, and confidence in written and verbal analysis.
Spelling

Spelling

I support students at all stages of spelling development, from children just learning to read to those looking to strengthen spelling for writing, academics, or confidence. I also work with spelling bee studiers and participants, helping them recognize patterns, roots, and strategies that make spelling more intuitive rather than memorized. My approach is especially supportive for English language learners or students strengthening English alongside reading and writing skills. I focus on building a strong foundation through patterns, phonics, and word meaning, helping spelling feel empowering rather than frustrating.
Statistics

Statistics

My background in statistics includes AP Statistics, college-level statistics, and biostatistics through my Public Health major, where statistics is used as a core tool for understanding health data and research. I am comfortable helping students with foundational concepts such as data interpretation, probability, distributions, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression, especially in applied and real-world contexts. While my knowledge beyond undergraduate-level statistics is limited, I focus on building conceptual understanding, problem-solving strategies, and confidence rather than rote calculation. I work well with students who want clear explanations, practical examples, and support connecting statistics to subjects like biology, public health, and social sciences.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I help students develop effective study skills by focusing on organization, time management, note-taking, and learning how to study efficiently rather than longer. My approach is flexible and personalized, helping students identify what works best for their learning style, attention span, and academic demands. I support skills such as planning assignments, breaking down large tasks, preparing for exams, and building consistent routines, while also addressing motivation and confidence. This approach is especially helpful for students balancing multiple classes, extracurriculars, or those who feel overwhelmed and want clearer strategies for success.
Swimming

Swimming

I have 17 years of swimming experience, including competitive training, and previously served as a team captain, building a strong technical and leadership foundation in the sport. I work with competitive youth swimmers, babies, and individuals learning or refining all four strokes, meeting each swimmer where they are. My teaching style emphasizes gentle progression, clear drills, and strong fundamentals, helping swimmers build confidence, strength, and efficient technique step by step. I am familiar with competitive swimming rules and enjoy helping swimmers improve endurance, refine form, and increase speed safely.
Theater

Theater

I have 16 years of musical theatre experience in productions including Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Sweeney Todd, Anastasia, and Mary Poppins, as well as performance roles including Chiffon (Little Shop of Horrors), Tanya (Mamma Mia!), and Calliope (Xanadu). My strengths include belty, character-driven singing alongside a classical soprano 1 foundation, demonstrated through vocal line and ensemble work in shows like Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, and Sweeney Todd. I currently train in classical voice with Shannon Jennings and have studied acting and vocal technique with Jodie Langel, Matt Morgan, Marc Kudisch, and Andrew Cao. I also coach musical theatre dance foundations, with experience in musical theatre movement, beginner tap, contemporary, lyrical, intermediate ballet, jazz, and intermediate hip-hop, emphasizing coordination, musicality, and stage presence.
United States History

United States History

I have completed multiple college-level U.S. history courses, including U.S. history from the 1800s onward and coursework focused on race and ethnicity in the United States. I am particularly strong in the government and civics aspects of U.S. history, emphasizing how institutions, laws, and policies developed over time. I teach through primary documents and landmark court cases as a strategic alternative to memorization, helping students understand historical cause, effect, and continuity. I passed the Civic Literacy Exam with a 100, reflecting a strong understanding of U.S. governance and constitutional principles.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I help students expand their vocabulary in ways that feel natural, meaningful, and immediately useful across reading, writing, speaking, and test-taking. My approach emphasizes context, roots, prefixes and suffixes, word families, and usage, helping students truly understand words rather than memorize lists. I work with a wide range of learners, from elementary students building foundational language, to advanced readers and writers, to students preparing for standardized tests, academic writing, or public speaking. I also support English learners and multilingual students by connecting vocabulary to culture, context, and real-life application, building confidence and long-term language fluency.
Voice (Music)

Voice (Music)

I specialize in stylistic and character-driven singing for musical theatre and classical voice. My teaching is sensation- and style-based rather than piano- or theory-driven, helping students understand vocal coordination through imagery, reflection, and physical awareness. I focus on intentional manipulation of airflow, resonance, and vowels across styles while maintaining vocal health. This approach works especially well for singers who learn best through embodiment rather than note-matching.
Volleyball

Volleyball

I have extensive experience in indoor court volleyball, specializing as a libero and defensive specialist (DS). I trained with OVA and Top Select Volleyball, developing strong skills in passing, serve receive, court awareness, and defensive communication. I also worked as an assistant coach with the YMCA, supporting skill development, drills, and team fundamentals. I am known for an accurate, ace-achieving underhand serve and emphasize footwork, reaction time, reading hitters, and confident defensive play.
World History

World History

I have a strong academic background in World History, including AP World History, with a deep interest in how civilizations, belief systems, trade networks, and power structures develop and interact across time. My approach emphasizes global context, helping students understand connections between regions rather than studying societies in isolation. I enjoy working with primary sources, comparative timelines, and thematic analysis to make history meaningful and memorable rather than rote. I support students in building critical thinking, writing skills, and historical perspective across standard, honors, and AP-level coursework.
Writing

Writing

I support students across many forms of writing, including academic, creative, analytical, and public speech writing, with experience shaped by AP Language, AP Literature, and college-level coursework. I help with essay structure, argument development, clarity, revision, and proofreading, and am comfortable working in APA, MLA, and Chicago style depending on academic or professional needs. My background includes writing research papers, reflective and analytical essays, and preparing speeches and presentations, drawing on storytelling, evidence, and clear organization. I also share a wide range of resources, strategies, and examples, helping students strengthen their writing process from brainstorming to final polish while building confidence and voice.

Examples of Expertise

Zainab has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 1 question submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

See all of Zainab ’s answers ›
Zainab G.'s Photo

Questions? Contact Zainab before you book.

Still have questions?

Contact Zainab
Response time: 5 hours

Ratings and Reviews

Rating

5.0 (5 ratings)
5 star
(5)
4 star
(0)
3 star
(0)
2 star
(0)
1 star
(0)

Reviews

Zainab went above and beyond to improve my career brand!

Out of five tutors who responded to my request for help developing a résumé, CV, and LinkedIn profile, Zainab stood out from the crowd. Her Messages were thorough, including helpful tips before I even booked a session with her. She showed up to the lesson prepared with rewritten versions of my rough drafts. She gave overarching guidelines for future changes. And she was tactful enough to write down what not to include without directly pointing out what I did wrong. If you need help making the best impression for an admissions committee or a hiring manager, she's who you want to hire!

Whitney, 1 lesson with Zainab
Hourly Rate: $40
Response time: 5 hours
Contact Zainab