All profits are donated to the Ronald McDonald House (RMH)
All profits are donated to the Ronald McDonald House (RMH)

The Ronald McDonald House provides temporary and comfortable housing for families of children who are struggling with cancer. RMH provides a home away from home for families while their children are treated in New York hospitals. Housing is at low to no cost, but most importantly, families are given security, comfort, and community during times when they need it the most.
Math learning is not about memorizing algorithms or each unit, but rather it is about integrating concepts, problem solving, using logic, and making connections.
Therefore, math is not just for school but for life.
Similarly, writing is the foundation of communication, allowing students to express their ideas clearly, think critically, build confidence in their voice, and simply be creative!
When a student pairs with one of our tutors, math or writing can become joyful rather than just another assignment.
A common factor is a math term used to describe factors that two numbers share. A factor of a number is a whole number that is divisible by that number. For example, 8 and 6 have the common factors 1 and 2, as seen in the diagram.
A common factor can also be something that two people have in common. In our organization, the common factor of our tutors and students is helping others.
Common Factors is a math term, but it also represents something that we all factor into our lives - helping other people in the best way that we can. Radha Nagrani founded Common Factors to support this common factor of giving back to our community as a team of tutors and students.


Common Factors was founded in 2024 by Radha Nagrani, a high school student from New York City, to combine her love of math with her desire to give back to her community, specifically children in her community. Common Factors aids RMH while also fostering more confidence in math students. Mathematics is an integral part of education that is cumulative, so Common Factors focuses on building a solid foundation for K-8 students. Every student can benefit from math tutoring, not just those who are struggling but also those who seek enrichment. Common Factors supports both students and families.





I volunteer and work as a tutor for several organizations both inside and outside of school. I am enrolled in the Accelerated Calculus course at my school and I have experience tutoring 2nd-9th graders! I primarily tutor math, but also Spanish and writing/reading. I also love solving difficult math problems with my peers!

I am a senior in high school and I enjoy dancing (I won the Dance Challenge at my 8 year old cousin's birthday party), experimenting with cooking and baking scuffins (combination of scones and muffins).

My hope for Common Factors is to educate students while simultaneously impacting individual families. I have always loved math and wanted to explore it further. I also know what it is like to be challenged, and I am committed to helping others. Now, with Common Factors, I can share my love - with students who are eager to learn!

Maryalice began her teaching career as part of Teach For America, and found her passion in teaching the elementary grades. She has taught in both charter and private school settings in Kansas City and New York City. Maryalice prides herself on meeting the academic and social-emotional needs of each and every student, and harnessing their
Maryalice began her teaching career as part of Teach For America, and found her passion in teaching the elementary grades. She has taught in both charter and private school settings in Kansas City and New York City. Maryalice prides herself on meeting the academic and social-emotional needs of each and every student, and harnessing their interests in order to motivate their learning. This is especially relevant when tutoring, as Maryalice incorporates rich learning tasks that help students grasp and retain skills in math, decoding and encoding, and reading comprehension. In addition to receiving her master's degree in elementary education, Maryalice has a master's degree in global affairs from New York University. Prior to her teaching career, Maryalice worked in television news for major networks including ABC News and CBS News. In her spare time, Maryalice enjoys taking ballet classes and seeing Broadway shows. She tutors online and in person, depending on the location - she lives on the Upper East Side.

Mr. Powers has been a full-time tutor for sixteen years, working with students of all ages on school math, standardized tests, ELA skills, and essay writing. His patience and calm demeanor allow him to teach enjoyable but productive lessons to his students, and his exposure to a variety of school curricula gives him a number of approaches
Mr. Powers has been a full-time tutor for sixteen years, working with students of all ages on school math, standardized tests, ELA skills, and essay writing. His patience and calm demeanor allow him to teach enjoyable but productive lessons to his students, and his exposure to a variety of school curricula gives him a number of approaches to a topic that work for each individual student. Nearly all of his students see significant improvement in their subject or test scores. John lives on the Upper East Side and works in person and online.

With 16 years of experience teaching mathematics, Ms. La Mura brings a strong combination of classroom expertise, academic knowledge, and a passion for helping students build confidence in math.
She worked for the Department of Education (DOE) and currently teaches at a bilingual school, where she has experience teaching mathematics across
With 16 years of experience teaching mathematics, Ms. La Mura brings a strong combination of classroom expertise, academic knowledge, and a passion for helping students build confidence in math.
She worked for the Department of Education (DOE) and currently teaches at a bilingual school, where she has experience teaching mathematics across all elementary grade levels. Over the years, she has developed a student-centered approach that adapts to each child’s individual learning style, pace, and needs.
She holds a degree in Political Science, with a major in Economics and Statistics, giving her a strong analytical and quantitative foundation. She believes that every student can succeed in math when concepts are explained clearly, patiently, and in a way that makes sense to them.
Her goal as a tutor is not only to help students improve their math skills and grades, but also to help them develop confidence, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude toward mathematics.
She tutors primarily online.

Carlotta is a high school senior in NYC. Math has always been her thing—she grew up with two engineer parents and a math-teacher grandma, so numbers run in the family! She is hoping to study Business at Bocconi University in Italy and eventually combine it with her passion for fashion. She loves making math feel less intimidating and more
Carlotta is a high school senior in NYC. Math has always been her thing—she grew up with two engineer parents and a math-teacher grandma, so numbers run in the family! She is hoping to study Business at Bocconi University in Italy and eventually combine it with her passion for fashion. She loves making math feel less intimidating and more like something you can actually understand (and maybe even enjoy!). She is friendly, patient, and always happy to explain something in a different way until it finally clicks. She prefers tutoring in person.

Tina is a high school junior in New York City. She is a member of her school’s Model United Nations team and has participated in a variety of academic programs and extracurricular activities, including experiences in law, medicine, and business. She has a strong interest in international business, global cultures, and law. She enjoys work
Tina is a high school junior in New York City. She is a member of her school’s Model United Nations team and has participated in a variety of academic programs and extracurricular activities, including experiences in law, medicine, and business. She has a strong interest in international business, global cultures, and law. She enjoys working with others and sharing her knowledge, and hopes to help students feel more confident and successful in their academics. She tutors online.

Ria is a high school junior in NYC and is a member of her school's Model United Nations team. She was also a member of the math team.
Math has always been her favorite subject in school. She has been doing competitive math contests for 4 years and has been a tutor for SHSAT for a year. She loves being able to share her knowledge with othe
Ria is a high school junior in NYC and is a member of her school's Model United Nations team. She was also a member of the math team.
Math has always been her favorite subject in school. She has been doing competitive math contests for 4 years and has been a tutor for SHSAT for a year. She loves being able to share her knowledge with others!
In her free time she loves to cook and paint!
She tutors in person and online.

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Online or in person sessions will be scheduled between the tutor and tutee to find a time that works best for both!
Please reach us at commonfactorsrmh@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Our math tutoring services are available to students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. By signing up as a tutee or tutor, you are also providing support for families of children who are fighting through cancer.
You can apply as a tutee or tutor via the links above!
Sessions will take place on Google Meet, Zoom, or in person based on student preferences.
Since all profits are donated to a charity, session rates are flexible. The suggested donation is $50 - $100 per hour, but any donations are welcome.
