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Introduction: Louise is a results-obsessed SAT/ACT tutor with 15 years of math teaching experience, both in the classroom and online. Her degrees are in computer science and math from UVA and Columbia University. Previously, she taught high school math in New York City as a Math for America fellow and now tutors math and SAT/ACT full time. Louise believes that any student can be successful at math when given structure, clear expectations, and appropriate support. In her career as a math teacher, the accomplishment she is most proud of is bringing pass rates on the state algebra test at her school from approximately 60% the year she started to 100% in her final year of teaching. She is currently located in the St. Louis area but works with students from all over the world. Outside of tutoring, Louise enjoys swimming, gardening, and crocheting amigurumi animals.

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

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India K.

Jan 15, 2019

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My daughter and I had never experienced online tutoring and Louise made it so easy and simple. My daughter is in 9th grade and needed extra review for her math final. Louise made it very easy to schedule and navigate the whole process. My daughter gives her raving reviews for her clarity (sadly more than her private school math teacher). I highly recommend Louise!

Details: High school • Algebra • 14 - 17 years old • More than once a week • The math tutor travels to me

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Regina M.

May 29, 2023

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I was remiss in rating Louise’ work with my daughter in HS in her Calculus class. She was simply amazing in building her confidence leading to her success. So grateful for her expertise!

Details: Undergraduate school • Calculus • 14 - 17 years old • Improve grades at school • More than once a week • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • The math tutor travels to me • I travel to the math tutor

SAT/ACT Math Expert | High School Math Tutoring's reply

Thanks so much for the kind words. Hope you and your daughter are doing well!

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Janet K.

Nov 15, 2020

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My daughter has been working with Louise since early in the year. She came to Louise with an ACT of 29 back in February 2020. Several of her tests were canceled due to Covid but she took the test again in October and scored a 33! My daughter loves Louise. After scoring well, my daughter was sad that she was no longer going to be working with Louise. Louise has a great combination of patience, thoroughness, clarity in communication, positivity and nurturing demeanor. My daughter does not feel like she's being talked down to. The relationship is very collaborative and productive. Best of all, Louise gets results! We've been through a LOT of tutors (seriously). Louise is by far the best. And it will save you a lot of time jumping from one failed tutor to the next. Her prices are fair, her service is outstanding and her approach is very professional. You will not regret hiring her. I promise.

Details: High school • Arithmetic / general • 14 - 17 years old • Once a week • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Jun 15, 2020

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Louise got my daughter through Honors Geometry. She started the school year with barely passing grades. Meeting with Louise online once a week and extra times before each test helped her achieve an "A" for the final quarter and a "B+" for her final year grade. While I was hesitant to use an online tutor, it worked out wonderfully. Louise also sent us, the parents, an email after each tutoring session with a full report on progress and/or issues that needed more work. Highly recommended as a math tutor!!!

SAT/ACT Math Expert | High School Math Tutoring's reply

Thanks very much for the kind words!

Jelissa M.

Mar 30, 2020

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The only and the best tutor that my son had. I seen a lots of progress in my son since he started. I really really recommend her.

Details: Elementary school • Arithmetic / general • 6 - 9 years old • Improve grades at school • Learn new topics and techniques • More than once a week • Remotely (phone or internet)

SAT/ACT Math Expert | High School Math Tutoring's reply

Thank you for the kind words!

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Louise Higgins

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I offer a discount on the purchase of a package of 10 sessions. Payment is made via PayPal, Venmo, or credit card.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First, we set up a time for the first session. This can be done over the phone, or you can book me directly via my website. Next, we exchange Skype names so we can connect for a voice call (no webcam required). We'll use an online whiteboard to work out problems together. I will give you a call on Skype when it's time for us to get started!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a masters degree in Math Education from Columbia University and am certified to teach high school in the state of Illinois. I was a high school math teacher in NYC for five years and have been tutoring online since 2012.