I have taught online both individually as well as through a tutoring company since 2016 and have taught in person since 2011. When I was a student at Rutgers University, I also taught SAT Math classes in a program for local high schoolers. In just over a month of classes, my students had raised their scores on average over 100 points! For classroom-study assistance, I always ask students to send me photos or examples of the material they are studying so that I can best prepare for tutoring sessions ahead of time. For SAT prep, I usually ask my students complete a practice test and/or other diagnostic test so I can identify areas for improveme...

Former high school and college math teacher. I taught college algebra at Seminole State University for 10 years. I was a high school math teacher and administrator for 30 years in Ohio before coming to Florida.

I love teaching and tutoring teenagers or pre-teens. Math is my first love. I received a BS in Industrial Engineering at Northwestern University. I have 4 years experience in teaching and 20 years in trading commodities.

My approach to learning is to explore individual students’ strengths, interests and capabilities. I truly believe that every student can understand and learn even complex concepts when allowed to explore, question, and learn from mistakes in a supportive environment. I utilize... • Inquiry based learning • Creative questioning • Positive learning environment ​ • Critical thinking • Positive reinforcement • Student motivation I enjoy working one-on-one with students of all ages. This gives me the opportunity to understand how they think and learn as well as enabling me to encourage them....

I have 20+ years working primarily with kids of all ages. I can help with elementary, middle or high school education. I can cover some subjects up through college. I know some basic Spanish. I recently returned to college to do for a masters degree in Geosciences. I've also done a lot of nanny & volunteer work with all ages. I'm patient & I'll listen. We'll talk it out & try different things until we get it.

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