...I'll break it down for you and help you study only what you need. I specialize in the Arithmetic Reasoning and Math Knowledge required for the AFOQT. We work on general problem solving ability as well as required math skills. (read more)
...I have a thorough knowledge of math concepts, including the "new" math highlighted in the Common Core. Because I have experience with a vast number of students, I have built up resources and strategies to effectively teach students with all different strengths, weaknesses, temperaments, and learning styles. The average increase in SAT scores of the students I tutor is 300+ points. (read more)
...Two, doing math mentally teaches you to *look*---typically for a shorter way to solve the problem---and eventually to *see* such a short solution. A typical SSAT problem can be solved---mentally---in under 10 seconds (that is, once you've slowly read it).
There are other [inter-related] benefit... (read more)
...Aside from tutoring, I used to be a freelance math item writer and editor. I have written two practice manuals for Intermediate Algebra II, test items for Algebra I/II and Geometry as well. I have taught Grades 4th through 8th, and have taught Common Core Algebra I and Geometry for accelerated classes. (read more)
...You will find that I can help you to understand weeks worth of material in a very short time.I have had great success teaching all levels of math from algebra 1 through calculus. I've taught Algebra 2 for over 30 years. I have taught AP calculus and also AP physics C, the calculus-based physics for a number of years. (read more)