About
I work to alter my teaching style to match up with how my student best learns. I am willing to go the extra mile, and do whatever it takes to help a student succeed.
I love math, and I love teaching. To be able to help my students to not only better understand the material, but also foster a student's love for math is one of the best parts of my job as a tutor.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
My strategies differ depending on the needs of the client. Prior to our first session, I always like to talk on the phone and get to know more about the student, what they are currently and what their goals are. I always try to get a sense for how a student learns best (visual, aural, social learner, etc) and then cater my teaching style accordingly.
In early sessions, I often work backwards as well, making sure that the student has a firm grasp on earlier material that gets built on before working on new material.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have my bachelor's in statistics from the University of Michigan. I have nearly five years of tutoring experience, worked two summers as a TA for an introductory math class at Michigan, and volunteered as a Sunday School Teacher for children 3-5 in my youth.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
For virtual learning, I charge $60/hour. Once it is safe to meet in person, my pricing will change.
How did you get started teaching?
In middle school/high school I worked as a nanny/babysitter, and always excelled academically. I started helping the students I babysat with their school work and found a love for teaching. I slowly began shifting over my work with children from childcare to teaching, and am so grateful I did!
What types of students have you worked with?
I've worked with students of all ages! I've tutored students in subjects ranging from elementary school math to adults going back to school in college-level math and statistics courses. I am comfortable working with students of all ages!
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Oh gosh, what a loaded question, especially with the world the way it is! I recently adopted two bunnies, Ruth and Michelle, and they are the lights of my life! I also have two guinea pigs named Shadow and Maple. My apartment is a tiny zoo, but I am filled with love and joy thanks to my little furry friends!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
My advice would be to find a teacher that the student is able to connect with. I find that by making a personal connection with my students, the students tend to be more engaged and get more out of our sessions. Particularly with math, a subject many people struggle to enjoy, having a tutor that the student likes who loves what they do helps students even more.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
One question that a student should ponder is what they hope to get out of our sessions together. Some students benefit from me re-explaining material, some students benefit from us working on problems together. This is something we can figure out together as well, but it is always nice to meet a student who has goals for our sessions.
Additionally, it can help me to understand why a student is struggling. Does it stem from a disdain for the subject? Is their teacher's teaching style not suitable? Is the class moving too quickly? Knowing these things helps me to address the issues a student is facing so we can help them to better understand the material and to succeed academically.