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Matt

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I am currently a Finance and Economics major at the University of Pittsburgh and I am also pursuing a certificate program in Leadership and Ethics. I believe in teaching learning skills that are applicable to nearly any subject. Personally, I have an affinity for mathematics and most number-based subjects. However, I have also developed an advanced understanding of both the SAT and ACT and how to navigate those exams from a strategic perspective. From my experience with special needs children, I believe I possess the patience and creativity necessary to work with nearly all students, regardless of their individual learning styles. One of my biggest strengths is my ability to connect with an array of personalities. I am very easy-going and excel in motivating students in subjects that they don't particularly enjoy. My interests include reading, traveling, and spending time with friends and family! I look forward to working with you!

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Matt’s Qualifications

Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, Finance, Economics

Test Scores

ACT English: 31

ACT Reading: 32

ACT Science: 35

SAT Math: 770

SAT Writing: 720

Hobbies

Reading, Skiing, Soccer, Fantasy Football and Spending Time with Friends and Family

Q & A

What is your teaching philosophy?

Patience and persistence can solve any problem.

What might you do in a typical first session with a student?

Exercises that allow me to evaluate the individual's learning style.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

Provide them with strategies and mental tools that fit their learning style.

How would you help a student stay motivated?

Focus on small successes rather than overall shortcomings.

If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?

Break the skill or concept down into smaller parts and work through them one step at a time.

How do you help students who are struggling with reading comprehension?

Emphasize taking your time and taking notes in order to retain the information read.

How would you help a student get excited/engaged with a subject that they are struggling in?

Show them that they are skilled in that subject by focusing on small successes.

What techniques would you use to be sure that a student understands the material?

Asking the student to explain how they arrived at their answer.

How do you build a student's confidence in a subject?

Break down the subject and build upon areas of understanding.

How do you evaluate a student's needs?

Open conversation with the student in conjunction with evaluation of practice problems and explanation of their answers.

How do you adapt your tutoring to the student's needs?

As a tutor, I am responsible for matching my teaching style with the student's learning style. This is part of the opening evaluation of the student's needs and learning style.

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