Intro programming courses move quickly, and one confusing concept — loops, functions, arrays — can make every later assignment feel impossible. A tutor helps your student understand the logic behind the code and build the debugging habits that make them independent.
What we cover in Foundations of Programming
- Variables & data typesStoring and working with data.
- Conditionals & loopsMaking decisions and repeating work.
- FunctionsBreaking problems into reusable pieces.
- Lists & arraysWorking with collections of data.
- DebuggingReading error messages and finding mistakes.
- Intro to algorithmsSearching, sorting and thinking step by step.
Signs your child could use a Foundations of Programming tutor
- Copies code without understanding it
- Spends hours stuck on one error
- Falling behind on programming assignments
- Taking AP Computer Science or a college intro course
“Rick has a gift for breaking down complex concepts into manageable pieces … Rick's patience, enthusiasm, and encouragement has helped build my son's confidence in math, and he consistently looks forward to their sessions.”— Ricki Benjamin, parent
How online tutoring works
- Try the whiteboard. Explore our practice whiteboard free — no account needed.
- Create a free account. It takes about 30 seconds and no card is needed.
- Start your free 30 minutes. After a quick card check (no charge), meet 1-on-1 on the shared whiteboard with voice and chat. Bring your child's homework — they can paste a photo of it right onto the board.
Pricing
Your first 30 minutes are free. After that, buy tutoring time in blocks — no subscription, and each session only uses the minutes you actually spend.
Who you'll work with
Math Tutor Time is led by Rick, who has tutored more than 500 students — including years of online tutoring with Tutor.com — from elementary math through college Calculus. Every tutor who joins is hand-picked by him. Read what families say →
Frequently asked questions
Which languages do you cover?
Intro courses in common teaching languages such as Python and Java. Ask us about your student's course if you are unsure.
Will you just fix the code for my student?
No — sessions focus on understanding, so your student can write and debug code on their own.
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