...In a typical Math Seminar, students brought math problems to class that they were struggling with. The class, then, discussed the mathematical concepts concerned and solved the problem together. When tutoring or leading the math seminar, I aim to understand the concept first and then explain it to the struggling student. (read more)
...Jim got so frustrated with algebra 1 that he threw his textbook out the window. Yet, I spent hours with Jim week after week in the college tutoring center, and he eventually passed algebra 1 and moved on to a University program. I have tutored students from ages 16-66 at this level, so, whether... (read more)
...I have volunteered at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh for a number of years, as well as in a special needs soccer group, and tutoring between the ages of 6 and 10. I love working with children and believe that it is extremely important to provide a safe and comfortable environment for learning... (read more)
...By teaching specific strategies I've used for each section, I have helped students lessen their time, increase their score, and solve problems more efficiently: skimming passages strategically, what to look for in questions, and shortcuts to mathematics problems. I teach math subjects up to Mult... (read more)
...My previous experience is at the middle school level. I also have a degree in Elementary Education as well. Therefore, I have experience working with all levels of students. (read more)