US Curriculum Tutoring for Grades K–12
Professional one-to-one online tutoring across the US curriculum in math, English and science, including physics, chemistry, biology and SAT math. There is no single national curriculum in America, so every tutor is matched to the standards your child's own state actually uses.
State-Matched
Your standards, not a generic syllabus
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Understanding the US K–12 Curriculum
Education in the United States is run at state level. Two widely used frameworks shape most classrooms, but neither is universal, and knowing which applies to your child is where useful tutoring begins.
CCSS
Common Core, mathematics and English language arts
NGSS
Next Generation Science Standards
State
TEKS, B.E.S.T., SOL and other state frameworks
Testing
State assessments, plus SAT, ACT and AP
A point worth being clear about, because a lot of tutoring sites gloss over it: most states teach to Common Core-aligned standards, but several do not. Texas, Florida, Virginia and others either never adopted Common Core or have since replaced it, and states such as Georgia have rewritten their standards recently. Saying “we teach Common Core” is simply inaccurate for a large share of American families, which is why we match tutors by state.
Tutoring Matched to Your State's Standards
There is no national curriculum in the United States. Standards, assessments and graduation requirements are set state by state, and a tutor who doesn't know yours is a tutor learning on your time. We staff by state, so every student works with someone who knows the standards they're taught to and the test they'll actually sit.
Not listed? We tutor students in every state. These are simply the ones with dedicated curriculum pages so far.
Subject Specialisms
Subject specialist teachers across the whole US curriculum, from kindergarten through AP and college-prep coursework. Each subject links to a dedicated page with tutor profiles and topics covered.
Online Math Tutors
- K–5 number sense, fractions & measurement
- Algebra 1, Geometry & Algebra 2
- Precalculus, Calculus & SAT math
Online English Tutors
- Reading comprehension & complex texts
- Argumentative, informative & narrative writing
- Grammar, vocabulary & evidence-based analysis
Online Science Tutors
- Disciplinary core ideas across K–12
- Science & engineering practices
- State science assessments
Online Physics Tutors
- Mechanics, electricity & waves
- Modern physics
- AP Physics 1, 2 & C
Online Chemistry Tutors
- Atomic structure & chemical reactions
- Stoichiometry & equilibrium
- Organic chemistry & AP Chemistry
Online Biology Tutors
- Cell biology & genetics
- Ecology & human physiology
- AP Biology
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How the US Curriculum Progresses
Course names and sequencing vary by state and district, but the underlying progression is broadly consistent. These are the stages where students most often lose ground.
Elementary, Grades K–5
Number sense, arithmetic operations, fractions, decimals, geometry and measurement, alongside reading fluency and basic life, physical and earth sciences. Fractions are the single most common source of later difficulty.
Middle School, Grades 6–8
Ratios, proportional relationships, expressions, equations, functions, geometry and statistics, with integrated or discipline-specific science. This is where readiness for Algebra 1 is decided.
High School, Grades 9–12
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, Calculus, Statistics and advanced modeling, with Biology, Chemistry and Physics or an integrated sequence. Course grades now follow students to college applications.
College Preparation
Honors and AP coursework, SAT and ACT preparation, and state graduation requirements. The specifics differ by state, which is why our state pages set out what applies where.
Exams We Prepare Students For
Exam technique is a separate skill from knowing the material. Our tutors cover timed practice, scoring strategy and the specific question styles each test uses, alongside the underlying content.
One thing worth knowing about the SAT: it is now digital and adaptive, so the second module adjusts in difficulty based on how a student performs in the first. That changes preparation. Consistency early in each section matters more than it did on the old paper test, and pacing has to be practised rather than assumed.
Explore Math TutoringTests We Support
- SAT and PSAT
- ACT
- AP exams, including Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and English
- State assessments and end-of-course tests
- School placement tests
Requirements and formats are set by state education agencies and testing organisations and change periodically. Always confirm current details with your school counselor.
How Math Make Smart Supports the US Curriculum
Matched to Your State
Tutors are assessed on the standards your child is actually taught, whether that is a Common Core-aligned framework, the TEKS in Texas, B.E.S.T. in Florida or the SOL in Virginia, and on the state test they will sit.
Live, Recorded, Reviewable
Sessions run live with an interactive whiteboard and screen sharing, and every lesson is recorded to your account so your child can revisit an explanation during revision.
Personalized Learning Plans
A plan built around your child's school curriculum and goals, with written summaries after every session, and flexible scheduling across all US time zones.
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Whether your child needs help catching up, maintaining top grades, or preparing for college entrance exams, our expert US curriculum tutors are here to help. Book a free trial lesson today, no credit card required.