Struggling with Math? Let’s Turn Frustration into Confidence – Together.
Personalized 1-on-1 Math Tutoring for years 6–17
Algebra, Geometry, Calculus & Test Prep
Algebra, Geometry, Calculus & Test Prep
Hi, I’m Ksenia Krassilnikova – Your Math Problem-Solving Partner
I’m not your typical tutor. I didn’t follow a traditional path – I’m self-educated, driven by a lifelong passion for unraveling the mysteries of math. Over 7 years, I’ve helped 70+ students transform from ‘I hate math’ to ‘I get it!
My Way Up
My journey began with helping classmates decode algebra puzzles’ and my groupmates after school.
Today, I focus on breaking down complex concepts into bite-sized, relatable lessons – because math shouldn’t feel like a foreign language.
Today, I focus on breaking down complex concepts into bite-sized, relatable lessons – because math shouldn’t feel like a foreign language.
We begin with a stress-free skills assessment—no grades, no judgment. Think of it as a "math GPS" to pinpoint exactly where things went off track. Maybe fractions feel like a foreign language, or algebra looks like alphabet soup. This isn’t about labeling gaps; it’s about crafting a roadmap tailored to your goals, whether that’s acing finals, conquering test anxiety, or finally understanding how math applies to your passion for coding or design.
Math isn’t a race. My chunked mastery system breaks overwhelming topics into micro-skills, like "solving equations with variables" or "slope-intercept form." You master one chunk before moving to the next—no rushing. Each win earns you a "Math Badge" (think video game achievements!), turning progress into something tangible.
In my sessions, mistakes aren’t failures—they’re detective clues. We’ll dissect errors to uncover why they happened, then rewrite them into "Success Stories" in your Mistake Journal. Forgot to distribute a negative sign? Now you’ll tag negatives with neon highlighters! I’ll even share my own blunders ("I once misread an exponent and wasted 2 hours—lesson learned!") to show that struggle is part of the process.
Why Math?
Math Teaches You How to Think, Not Just Calculate
Math isn’t about memorizing formulas—it’s a superpower for problem-solving. It trains your brain to break down complex challenges, spot patterns, and think logically.
Real-world examples:
Budgeting: Use percentages to save for a car or split dinner bills with friends.
Debating: Structure arguments like a geometry proof ("If A is true, then B must follow...").
Gaming: Calculate probabilities to dominate in Minecraft or Fortnite.
Real-world examples:
Budgeting: Use percentages to save for a car or split dinner bills with friends.
Debating: Structure arguments like a geometry proof ("If A is true, then B must follow...").
Gaming: Calculate probabilities to dominate in Minecraft or Fortnite.
Math Opens Doors to Exciting Careers
STEM fields (Science, Tech, Engineering, Math) are booming, but math skills are also vital in unexpected careers:
Surprising connections:
Music: Rhythm relies on fractions; sound engineering uses trigonometry.
Fashion Design: Geometry creates flattering patterns; ratios mix dyes.
Sports Analytics: Statistics decide which player to draft or when to take a risk on 4th down.
Surprising connections:
Music: Rhythm relies on fractions; sound engineering uses trigonometry.
Fashion Design: Geometry creates flattering patterns; ratios mix dyes.
Sports Analytics: Statistics decide which player to draft or when to take a risk on 4th down.
Math Builds Confidence & Resilience
Math teaches you to embrace mistakes as progress. Every “wrong answer” is a clue to a deeper understanding.
Powerful mindset shift:
Powerful mindset shift:
- Puzzle Analogy: Ever get stuck on a crossword or Wordle? Math is the same—each error gets you closer to the ‘aha!’ moment.
- Sports Comparison: You wouldn’t quit basketball because you missed a shot. Math is practice for mental toughness.
How Do We Study
Free Discovery Call & Assessment
15-Minute Chat: We’ll discuss goals (e.g., "Ace Algebra 2," "Prep for SAT Math," "Fix Foundation Gaps"), frustrations, and interests (gaming, sports, art, etc.).
Stress-Free Skills Assessment: A short, puzzle-like quiz to identify strengths and gaps. Example: "If math were a video game, this is your starting level – no grades, just clues!"
Stress-Free Skills Assessment: A short, puzzle-like quiz to identify strengths and gaps. Example: "If math were a video game, this is your starting level – no grades, just clues!"
Your Custom Learning Plan
Within 48 hours, you’ll get:
A Visual Roadmap: Breaking goals into bite-sized "math missions"
Flexible Focus: Choose from:
Test Prep Crash Courses (SAT, ACT, finals).
Grade-Level Rescue
A Visual Roadmap: Breaking goals into bite-sized "math missions"
Flexible Focus: Choose from:
Test Prep Crash Courses (SAT, ACT, finals).
Grade-Level Rescue
Lesson Format – Interactive & Adaptive
60-Minute Sessions (1-on-1 or Small Groups):
Warm-Up: Quick review game to activate prior skills.
Skill Drill: Tackle one micro-topic using:
Digital Whiteboard: Draw, animate, or meme-ify problems.
Real-World Scenarios: "Calculate how many TikTok followers you’d gain with a 15% monthly increase."
Mistake Clinic: Analyze errors from homework or last session – "Let’s autopsy this problem and turn it into a win!"
Mission Challenge: Apply the skill to a project.
Warm-Up: Quick review game to activate prior skills.
Skill Drill: Tackle one micro-topic using:
Digital Whiteboard: Draw, animate, or meme-ify problems.
Real-World Scenarios: "Calculate how many TikTok followers you’d gain with a 15% monthly increase."
Mistake Clinic: Analyze errors from homework or last session – "Let’s autopsy this problem and turn it into a win!"
Mission Challenge: Apply the skill to a project.
Homework
Skill Builder" Packets: Short, focused practice (max 15 mins/day)
Video Hints: Scan a QR code to watch me solve a similar problem.
Boss Level Challenges: Bonus puzzles for extra credit
Video Hints: Scan a QR code to watch me solve a similar problem.
Boss Level Challenges: Bonus puzzles for extra credit
Progress Tracking
Monthly Progress Reports: Show skills mastered, goals hit, and next steps.
2-Minute Video Recap: A fun montage of your child’s wins
Flexible Pacing: Adjust the plan anytime – "Need to pivot to calculus? Let’s do it!"
2-Minute Video Recap: A fun montage of your child’s wins
Flexible Pacing: Adjust the plan anytime – "Need to pivot to calculus? Let’s do it!"
Choose Your Plan
Regular Plan
For students needing foundational support or occasional help.
$120 / Month
- 4 sessions/month (1/week).
- Access to basic worksheets and practice quizzes.
- Email support for homework questions.
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Middle Plan
For consistent learners aiming for grade improvement or test prep.
$220 / Month
- 8 sessions/month (2/week).
- Priority scheduling + free resource pack (e.g., SAT formula sheets).
- Monthly parent progress updates via email.
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Pro Plan
For serious students targeting top grades, competitions, or STEM goals.
$350
- 12 extended sessions/month (3/week, 90 minutes each).
- 24/7 WhatsApp support for urgent questions.
- Biweekly parent video updates + 1 free emergency session/month (e.g., last-minute exam prep).
- Exclusive access to recorded video lessons and advanced problem sets.
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My Student's Reviews
- Jake R., Grade 10I was failing Algebra – like, ready to give up. Then I started sessions with Ksenia. Instead of boring drills, we turned equations into Fortnite challenges (sounds weird, but it worked!). She showed me how coding my own mini-game uses the same math I hated. Now I’m pulling a B+ and actually helping friends. My mom cried when she saw my report card. If you think you ‘suck at math,’ trust me – you just need the right teacher
- Priya T., Grade 8I used to panic every time the teacher called on me. Now I raise my hand FIRST! Ksenia taught me that mistakes are just puzzles – we even have a ‘Hall of Shame’ journal where I turn errors into funny comics. My favorite? The time I mixed up positive/negative numbers and we turned it into a meme about bank accounts. Math isn’t scary anymore… it’s kinda fun?
- Mrs. Davis, Parent of Grade 7 StudentAfter three tutors failed to help my daughter, Ksenia cracked the code. She discovered she learns best through art – now they use geometry to design sneaker sketches! His monthly video updates show exactly where she’s improving. Worth every penny
Group Classes Schedule
May - June 2025
Tuesday
16:00 - Foundational Math
17:30 - Intermediate Math
19:00 - Advanced Math
17:30 - Intermediate Math
19:00 - Advanced Math
Thirsday
15:00 - Grade 6 students design a math-themed board game using fractions.
17:00 - Grade 9 group competes in a Kahoot! quiz on quadratic equations.
19:30 - Seniors analyze real-world calculus in robotics and physics
17:00 - Grade 9 group competes in a Kahoot! quiz on quadratic equations.
19:30 - Seniors analyze real-world calculus in robotics and physics
What will you learn
6-topic curriculum that every student will master, designed to build confidence, foundational skills, and real-world relevance
Mastery of integers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and their relationships.
Mental math strategies (e.g., quick percentage calculations for discounts).
Problem-solving with ratios, proportions, and order of operations (PEMDAS).
Real-World Connection:
"Calculate sale prices, split bills, or adjust recipe quantities like a pro!"
Your Unique Spin:
Gamified drills (e.g., "Restaurant Bill Challenge").
Mistake Journals to track and fix calculation errors.
Mental math strategies (e.g., quick percentage calculations for discounts).
Problem-solving with ratios, proportions, and order of operations (PEMDAS).
Real-World Connection:
"Calculate sale prices, split bills, or adjust recipe quantities like a pro!"
Your Unique Spin:
Gamified drills (e.g., "Restaurant Bill Challenge").
Mistake Journals to track and fix calculation errors.
What Students Learn:
Solving linear equations and inequalities.
Graphing lines and understanding slope-intercept form (y=mx+by=mx+b).
Translating word problems into algebraic expressions.
Real-World Connection:
"Predict savings growth, model sports statistics, or decode patterns in coding."
Your Unique Spin:
"Algebra Escape Rooms" to solve equation chains.
Solving linear equations and inequalities.
Graphing lines and understanding slope-intercept form (y=mx+by=mx+b).
Translating word problems into algebraic expressions.
Real-World Connection:
"Predict savings growth, model sports statistics, or decode patterns in coding."
Your Unique Spin:
"Algebra Escape Rooms" to solve equation chains.
What Students Learn:
Properties of shapes (triangles, circles, polygons).
Area, perimeter, and volume formulas.
Basics of angles, congruence, and similarity.
Real-World Connection:
"Calculate paint needed for a room, design a garden layout, or analyze sports field dimensions."
Your Unique Spin:
Hands-on projects (e.g., "Build a 3D Model Using Geometric Formulas").
Visual "Geometry Detective" puzzles to identify shapes in everyday objects.
Properties of shapes (triangles, circles, polygons).
Area, perimeter, and volume formulas.
Basics of angles, congruence, and similarity.
Real-World Connection:
"Calculate paint needed for a room, design a garden layout, or analyze sports field dimensions."
Your Unique Spin:
Hands-on projects (e.g., "Build a 3D Model Using Geometric Formulas").
Visual "Geometry Detective" puzzles to identify shapes in everyday objects.
What Students Learn:
Reading graphs (bar, line, pie charts).
Calculating mean, median, mode, and range.
Basic probability (e.g., likelihood of events).
Real-World Connection:
"Analyze social media trends, interpret sports stats, or understand weather forecasts."
Your Unique Spin:
"Data Detective" missions
Reading graphs (bar, line, pie charts).
Calculating mean, median, mode, and range.
Basic probability (e.g., likelihood of events).
Real-World Connection:
"Analyze social media trends, interpret sports stats, or understand weather forecasts."
Your Unique Spin:
"Data Detective" missions
What Students Learn:
Breaking down complex problems into steps.
Logical reasoning and critical thinking.
Identifying keywords in word problems (e.g., "total," "difference," "product").
Real-World Connection:
"Tackle everyday challenges like planning events, negotiating deals, or troubleshooting tech issues."
Your Unique Spin:
"Math Escape Challenges" to solve multi-step puzzles.
Collaborative peer problem-solving sessions.
Breaking down complex problems into steps.
Logical reasoning and critical thinking.
Identifying keywords in word problems (e.g., "total," "difference," "product").
Real-World Connection:
"Tackle everyday challenges like planning events, negotiating deals, or troubleshooting tech issues."
Your Unique Spin:
"Math Escape Challenges" to solve multi-step puzzles.
Collaborative peer problem-solving sessions.
What Students Learn:
Budgeting and simple interest calculations.
Understanding taxes, discounts, and profit/loss.
Introductory concepts of saving vs. investing.
Real-World Connection:
"Manage allowance, plan a part-time job budget, or calculate the cost of a dream purchase."
Your Unique Spin:
Simulations like "Run a Virtual Business for a Week".
"Money Mission" scenarios (e.g., "Plan a Road Trip on a $500 Budget")
Budgeting and simple interest calculations.
Understanding taxes, discounts, and profit/loss.
Introductory concepts of saving vs. investing.
Real-World Connection:
"Manage allowance, plan a part-time job budget, or calculate the cost of a dream purchase."
Your Unique Spin:
Simulations like "Run a Virtual Business for a Week".
"Money Mission" scenarios (e.g., "Plan a Road Trip on a $500 Budget")
My Contacts
Feel free to write and call me
+372 58383555
krassilnikovaksenia@inbox.eu
KRASSILNIA OU (17003770)
krassilnikovaksenia@inbox.eu
KRASSILNIA OU (17003770)
Harju maakond, Tallinn, Kesklinna linnaosa, Tornimäe tn 5, 10145
