Boring Math Tutor

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Being confused by math, if left untreated, can lead to hating math. After tutoring more than 500 students over 19 years, I can help anyone unhate math. I have helped students raise their GMAT & GRE quantitative scores by 30+ percentiles, SAT scores by 300-400 points, ACT scores by 4-7 points and helped students who were failing jump to A's. I have helped students get admitted to their top choices including the Yale School of Management, Columbia, NYU and Vanderbilt. I take pics of each problem we do and send them at the end of each session. I use a tablet with a pen as you can see in the above pic and in the 300 videos on my YouTube channel.

Overview

Hired 2 times

Serves Chappaqua, NY

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19 years in business

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Sun12:00 pm - 11:59 pmMon12:00 pm - 11:59 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Jacob S.

Mar 14, 2026

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Matt honestly is the best tutor out there for a plethora of reasons. Many tutors Ive had were strong in math but never took the time to teach in ways that I can understand. Matthew always reframes problems and takes the time to work through each step. Also, Matthew is very positive during sessions and wants to help you succeed in your class, not just pass the time. Without Matt, I dont know if I would have gotten through my senior year of high school. W Matt.

Boring Math Tutor's reply

Thanks Jacob, wishing we could do it all over again :)

Mariel F.

Jan 12, 2025

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Kabir K.

Aug 5, 2024

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From Google

Worked with Matthew for Calculus AB in High-school and then Calculus 1 at NYU. He made understanding the lectures way easier. Its kind of shocking how much better I learn with him then NYU professors who one, just read off a textbook without explaining anything, and 2, cant answer a question because they dont want to take the time to really go over it. Matthew helped me jump up a letter grade by the end of the semester and I still watch those YouTube videos for help.

Boring Math Tutor's reply

Thank you Kabir, it was an absolute pleasure working with you. So proud of your success! :)

Bailey I.

May 17, 2024

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Mathew is a fantastic tutor. I had D in my calculus class and failed my first test. I improved as I worked with Mathew and got an A on my final. I went from a D to a B in the overall class. He takes each problem and helps me to break them down to easier to digest parts. He is easy to schedule with and I will be using him for Calculus 2!

Olga F.

May 25, 2023

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So patient and understanding of where my daughters levels were on calculus and worked from there. At the pace she needed She was able to get past her trouble area and understand what she needed to do. Scheduling was flexible.Theres a lot of tutoring out there and a lot of them claim to know the content and Ive learned the hard way a good and bad tutor, knowing how to do a certain type of math and teaching are entirely different. We hit the jackpot when we found you.The most important part is he actually teaches in an understanding way. Just amazing how good he is.

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Matthew Sullivan

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I also offer half-hour sessions when that's all you need.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I get started with the tutoring immediately. After the first session, I will update you.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been tutoring for 14 years. I have taught test prep classes for 10 years. I have created multiple math playlists on my YouTube channel which you can see on my website.