Get Math Tutor: Calculus Prep for High School Students

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To find a math tutor for calculus, high school students can explore several options. Creating flyers at local colleges or posting on platforms like Craigslist can help connect with potential tutors. It's also beneficial to gather various calculus textbooks to self-study the material. Tutor rates typically range around $20 per hour, although this can vary by location. Some individuals may offer tutoring services directly, depending on geographic proximity.
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How could I go about getting a math tutor? I am currently in high school and would like to start studying calculus over the next 8 months before I take calculus 1 and then 2 at my local community college. So how can I go about getting a good math tutor that could teach me calculus and give me some guidence at the same time. Oh...and how much to tutors typically charge?
 
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get a bunch of different books and see if you can learn some of the material yourself. otherwise, id try making flyers at your local college. or make a post on craigslist for your area.
 
do you live in southern california? Because if so I'll be your math tutor. Most charge in the $20/hr range
 
I live in mid california, In san luis obispo county
 
ugh too far for me
 

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