...I have many strategies to use with students to help meet their needs. I have taught math and reading recovery for many years. I’ve taught for over 2 decades, been a special education administrator, and tutored extensively. (read more)
...I like to explain not just "what" to do but also the "why" so that students learn mathematical reasoning that will help them beyond their current work, and I often use different ways of explaining, from real world examples, theory, and neat shortcuts and tricks so that students can understand on ... (read more)
...This is in addition to 10+ years as a master tutor in Mathematics. I currently tutor math at a local college. I have approx 20 years experience as an Actuarial Analyst. (read more)
15 Subjects: includingDiscrete Math,Linear Algebra,ACT Math,Finite Math
...Additionally, over the years I have performed freelance Math and English Composition tutoring for elementary, middle school, and high school students via word-of-mouth referrals. Currently, my primary areas of tutoring expertise are Math and English Composition at both the elementary and middle... (read more)
8 Subjects: includingAlgebra 1,Grammar,Prealgebra,Elementary Math
...I have written and/or edited publications for all grade levels, from Kindergarten through Algebra 2. Learning math is far more complex than just memorizing a lot of facts.... in fact, it is not really about memorizing at all! Math is about learning how to think in different ways, and developing an attitude of confidence in one's ability to do math. (read more)