...NOTE: I cannot tutor UIW students. I also require 24 hours' notice for scheduling a session.I have tutored and taught for 13 years, including Algebra 1. I have a PHD in math, have tutored since 2005 and taught college coursework at the Algebra level since 2009. (read more)
...The most important thing I learned: it is one thing to know math, and another entirely to teach it well. Every student understands things in unique ways, and a good tutor must adapt to their students' understanding. Students insisting they despise math often surprise me, proposing clever approaches that I never would have considered. (read more)
...Students apply critical-thinking skills using economic concepts to evaluate the costs and benefits of economic issues. I have a Master's degree in economics, and have 25 years of experience in the public/governmental sector. I enjoy guiding students as they discover economic principles and learn new ways to think about the world. (read more)
...I have also taught Geometry and Algebra at the high school level. I prefer to tutor one-on-one and enjoy making mathematical concepts more relatable and understandable by introducing real world examples. I like to keep tutoring sessions upbeat and positive, and I have been told that I excel at both being exceedingly patient and explaining concepts in various ways to increase understanding. (read more)
...I'm here to make it happen. With 20 years of teaching experience and a master's degree in education, I've perfected the art of helping students succeed. For the last eight years, I've specialized in test preparation and even authored test prep books to share my best strategies. (read more)