Private, Personalized Tutoring
Advantages of Private Lessons with Academy Tutors
Individualized Learning - Our tutors are capable of tailoring their lessons to match a student's unique learning style. They can adapt teaching strategies to fit the student's specific needs, strengths, and weaknesses.
One-on-One Attention - With an Academy Tutor, students receive focused, personal attention. This is especially beneficial for students who may be too shy to ask questions in a large class setting.
Improved Grades and Test Scores - Academy Tutors can work specifically on areas that a student might be struggling in, leading to improved grades. They can also offer specialized preparation for standardized tests like SAT, ACT, AP exams, etc., which can help improve scores.
One-on-one lessons eliminate the pressure and stress of learning hard topics in Math, English, Science & History. Your tutor progresses at the your pace, exploring different ways to present challenging topics until it clicks.
Academic Subject Tutoring
Tutors can help students improve their study skills, time management, and organization, all of which are useful for high school and beyond. With a private tutor, students receive immediate feedback on their work. This can help to quickly identify and correct mistakes, which aids in understanding and retention. Tutors can delve deeper into subjects, going beyond the school syllabus to enrich the student's knowledge base.
Our services start with a free consultation that helps us match a great tutor to your learning style, personality, and prior knowledge. Click the button below to schedule a consultation today.
Mathematics
Our Math tutors are patient and empathetic, understanding that students learn at different rates and have unique learning styles. They have a deep knowledge of the subject matter, enabling them to break down complex concepts into simpler, digestible chunks. Academy Math Tutors are engaging and able to use real-life examples to make abstract concepts more relatable and interesting. Additionally, they create a supportive learning environment that encourages questions and exploration, fostering confidence in the student as they progress.
We Offer Math Tutoring in:
- Algebra
- Calculus*
- Geometry
- Prealgebra
- Precalculus
- Statistics*
English
Our English tutors for a high school English Language Arts (ELA) are well-versed in a variety of texts, authors, and genres, enabling them to offer insightful and broad perspectives. They are supportive, inspiring, and encouraging, fostering the student's critical thinking and creativity through open discussion and thought-provoking questions. Academy English Tutors have a strong command of the English language, assisting in grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills for effective communication. Above all, they foster a love of literature and writing, making lessons engaging and helping students to find their unique voice and style.
We Offer ELA Tutoring in:
- Composition
- Grammar
- Reading Comprehension
- Creative and Critical Writing
Science
Academy Science Tutors for Physics, Chemistry and Biology have a deep understanding of each subject, enabling them to explain complex scientific principles in a straightforward and understandable way. Our tutors are passionate about the subject matter, engaging students with real-world applications to ignite curiosity and understanding. They are patient and supportive, offering a variety of teaching techniques tailored to the student's learning style, whether it be visual, auditory, or hands-on experimental learning. Most importantly, they foster a learning environment that encourages curiosity, questioning, and exploration, vital components of the scientific method.
We Offer Science Tutoring in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics*
History
Academy Tutors' Humanities and History Tutors have a deep passion for understanding the broader socio-cultural context in which historical events occurred, beyond just names, dates, and battlefields. They are skilled in helping students make connections between historical trends, technological innovations, and cultural shifts, using these elements to paint a holistic and compelling narrative of the past. Our tutors encourage critical thinking, fostering each student's ability to draw parallels between historical events and contemporary issues, thereby enriching their understanding of the present. Above all, our Humanities tutors empower students with the knowledge that understanding history is not merely academic, but a vital tool in navigating and making informed decisions about our increasingly complex future.
We Offer History & Humanities Tutoring in:
- European History*
- US History*
- World History*
- Humanities
- Religion
* indicates AP test preparation available for these subjects
Effective Online Tutoring
Academy Tutors has specialized in online tutoring since 2014, long before COVID forced everyone to become familiar with distance learning. Our tutors use the latest online tools and apps for delivering lessons in a relatable memorable way. Working online allows our tutors to share dozens of websites, apps, and resources, without having to ask for your private wifi password.
Test Preparation
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- SSAT
- ISEE
- HSPT
- Select AP Exams