Math In Life Tutoring
About
Hi there! My name is Kevin and I am a dedicated and experienced math
tutor. Although I didn't graduate from college, I tutored math for
four years in college and have a deep understanding of the subject.
I specialize in tutoring college level math, including pre-calculus,
calculus I & II, trigonometry, and more. I have helped many students
improve their grades and achieve their goals in math.
I am known for my ability to explain complex concepts in a simple
and easy to understand way. Just like you, I was too puzzled by math
as teenager. My math teacher gave me the taste for it. Since then,
I see math everywhere in real life.
I am patient and dedicated to my students' success. I don't believe
that anyone is bad at math but rather had bad guidance and support.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, swimming, and spending time with my family.
I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your math goals!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I diagnose what stops them from succeeding in their project.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Tutoring at the Worcester State University Math Center for four years. But also French at the Tutoring Center.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
• 1-on-1 Session: $60/hr
• Group session (8 students for 4 hours max): $35/hr for each individual
How did you get started teaching?
I was recommended by my Pre-Calculus teacher to tutor. And I did it ever since for each math class that I took in college.
What types of students have you worked with?
College students for Pre-calculus, Calculus I and II.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I had a student coming to me for a problem she struggled with in Calculus I. She hoped for me to solve her equation. She was baffled when I shared with them that I didn't know the answer.
I presented her with a similar math problem, and solved it to teach her. Then asked her to try.
Every time that she came up with answer and asked me if she were right, I assured her that I had no idea. I told her that my status as a tutor didn't ensure for be right every time. She must've been confident about her answer.
She understood and stayed with her answer. I told her to be wrong, she fought back. Then I explained. She understood her problem from there.
Then I finished by telling her that it was that, that math was teaching her: to be sure of herself, and let no one step over her. If you are wrong, demand for the other to demoonstrate where you were wrong. Only this way it sticks.
Her professor emailed me saying how amazed she was at her.
I frankly enjoyed these experiences.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Ensure that they can illustrate with real life examples what they teach. Symbols are the language of the universe, and math.
The accolades don't matter if you fail to make it digestable to the student.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Will I have to come back every time?
Learning is for you, the best teachers want to send you to be autonomous.