...My tutoring approach focuses on identifying and leveraging existing strengths, building conceptual understanding, and coaching rather than lecturing. I believe in my students and work to help them believe in themselves by showing them how capable they really are. In one of my most recent course... (read more)
...When last rated by the United States Chess Federation I had a rating of about 1800. I have had multiple games I have played published with annotations in regional chess magazines highlighting the inventiveness of my attacking chess playing style. I also have tutored chess students in the past. (read more)
...Instead, the teachers made the difference between an enjoyable class and an unengaging class. I sometimes found the textbook definitions and explanations unsatisfactory so those instructors that were patient and fully explained concepts were my favorite ones. I like to start my tutoring session... (read more)
...My technique is very straight forward and to the point. I am not the type of tutor that gives out answers, but I will not waste your time with long lengthy explanations that are not always necessary. The majority of my 20+ years of teaching has been spent teaching upper leveled high school electives such as Trigonometry, Precalculus, and Calculus. (read more)
My name is Kevin R., and I am currently an active math tutor. I have worked primarily in the field of education for the past seven years and have experience tutoring from grades 4 through 12. I strongly believe that all students should have their voices heard and be encouraged to make positive use of their talents and abilities. (read more)