...math subjects as well as ACT/SAT math and science prep. In todays world with new technologies emerging constantly I believe it is important for people to have a strong understanding of mathematical concepts to help understand the world we live in because nearly everything at its core is governed by math; whether it be computers, telecommunications, personal finance, taxes, electricity, economics, etc. I have tutored various types of students from ones who are engaged and...
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...from Seattle in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. I believe that education is one of the most fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to give back in some way; one of my motivations for tutoring is to do my part in that way. In my free time, I love playing piano, running, riding my bike,...
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...students, whether it was through my own tutoring business, teaching skiing, or leading student groups. This experience has helped me develop a teaching style that adapts to each student's needs. My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel confident and excited about learning. I love turning tricky problems into clear steps and helping students see how everything connects. I believe in being patient and working together to make learning fun and practical....
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...they become obvious or grow to become a serious issue. Once I have accepted a student, I have a personal investment in that student and will go to great lengths to assure that they will succeed in the endeavour that we have committed to achieving. Some people aren't good at tests. Well, I'm REALLY GOOD at taking tests! I'm a natural test taker. Being a stereotypical Asian American since my youth I have been put...
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...engineering and biomedical engineering. I have always been an avid book reader and math lover - I love to tutor in math, English/ Reading, and physics, and also have experience in test prep. When teaching I believe in keeping things simple and adding interesting tidbits so that students will want to remember the lessons. I also strive to keep each student's best interests in mind and teach accordingly. My students would say that I am...
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I have an engineering background and a strong knowledge of maths, and I speak native Mandarin Chinese. I also have managed a Chinese school and culture center. I would like to tutor all levels of students Maths and Chinese and help you to achieve your goals in different subjects. I look forward to working with you!... I would like to make my students feel more comfortable with their subject study and help them achieve a better...
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Beyond the beauty and usefulness of math itself, mathematical problem solving teaches deduction and logic that are applicable far beyond numbers to every facet of daily life.
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I'm interning in the transportation sector while I finish up my undergraduate studies at the University of Washington in Seattle. I once had a great Calculus tutor myself and I'd like to help others with the skills I have. My favorite topic is SAT Math. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
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...am a Junior Accounting student at SMU motivated to help younger students reach their academic and testing potential, especially when taking the PSAT, SAT and ACT. I want to help students achieve their goals through engaging tutoring sessions tailored to the needs of each individual, and I want to give students the tools they need to succeed on their own outside of a classroom setting. In my free time I enjoy playing music and basketball,...
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...have previously worked for 2 years at KUMON where I tutored students in all levels of mathematics up to Calculus as I worked with students K-12. In my time tutoring through KUMON and also serving as a peer tutor in my school, I have worked with a diverse group of students and have used a multitude of different teaching methods, depending on the child in question. My approach as a tutor involves a very personalized...
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...TA and helped several undergrads in biology. I have found that several students have the potential to do well in school. The problems they face can be due to a variety of reasons, and one-on-one tutoring is a great way to help students figure out what those problems are and find out how to master the material. Aside from my math and science interests, I enjoy hanging out with family/friends, reading, movies, traveling, and I'm...
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...have fallen in love with tutoring. I have taught at the four-year college, community college, and high school level. I enjoy the ah-ha moments that happen quickly in the tutoring environment. It might take a student months in a classroom to understand a topic that, through tutoring, might take an hour. Tutoring is where my passion lies. I do not have a one size fits all style of tutoring. I know each student is different...
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...from Stony Brook University. I'm able to tutor physics, math, chemistry, and biology from grades 7-12 and the collegiate level. For those looking to get straight A's throughout the semester or ace the regents, let's start the year off on the right foot. My teaching methods are excellent, and unlike most tutors, I bring fun and excitement to the subject, because we all know how boring the physical and biological sciences can be at times....
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...Unit. This allowed me to see a lot of different perspectives and it afforded me the opportunity to work with kids in different areas. Beyond this, I was a peer tutor in high school through the National Honor Society for English, Spanish, Calculus, Trig, and many more subjects. I also worked at Mathnasium for a year and a half where I taught subjects ranging from arithmetic to pre-calculus and worked with kids ages 5-17. Currently,...
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...working with grades 6-12 in the areas of Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Additionally, I have worked as a tutor and have found that work to be the most rewarding as it allows me to interact more closely with individual students as we work on skill development and building confidence. Test prep has been a focus of my tutoring, helping students prepare for high school entrance or placement tests, SAT, ACT, and graduate...
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...as a TA in a college-level philosophy seminar; and even teaching choreo for a hip-hop dance workshop series! And, though my teaching experience centers largely around STEM subjects, I also have a deep love for history, English, and philosophy, and am excited to work with students in these areas as well. In general, I have an intense passion for learning anything and everything, and my top goal when working with any student is to ignite...
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...for YOU! When I am not studying or working, I enjoy playing tennis, running, drawing, or learning new skills. I currently offer online Math tutoring for Pre-K to 8th Grade and hope to expand to teaching Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, and College Algebra. Don't worry! I'll meet you where you are at and do my best to fill in the gaps! My goal is to make math EASY and FUN for you to learn. Let's get started!...
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...the student to make sure he/she is really understanding what I am explaining. I always try to provide real life scenarios where certain formulas are applied. This approach helps the student remember the equation or even reconstruct it again based on the scenarios discussed. Everything in Math is applied in our daily life but we are unaware of it because we do not pay attention to it but that does not mean it does not...
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...tasks. Prior to Emory, I attended the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, taking courses like linear algebra, mathematical modeling, multivariable calculus, and advanced chemistry, biology, and physics. From an academic standpoint, I am ready to tutor in these topics, environmental science, philosophy, and writing. I recently received highest honors defending my 100-page thesis and am ready to work with students on in-depth research and writing projects. I am also prepared to assist students...
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With all of the standardized testing used in contemporary secondary schooling, it might seem that the PSAT is just one more exam being foisted upon your child. Nonetheless, this exam has an important connection to the National Merit Scholarship. As part of your child's preparations, it is necessary to be certain that a thorough math review is undertaken before test day. Help provide an able guide to your child's preparation. Contact Varsity Tutors' educational directors, today to discuss the PSAT mathematics tutoring options that they can connect you to for your child's preparation.
Given the nature of standardized testing, the curriculum to be covered by the PSAT exhibits something of a one-size-fits-all nature for the mathematics section. This is to be expected, but it can make preparation a bit difficult given that no two students are cut to the exact same mold. Test preparation courses for the PSAT mathematics section will likely include many topics that are redundant for your child to study, and likewise, such courses will not likely be able to give special attention to any topics that might be particularly problematic for him or her. However, a personal tutor can provide a tailored preparation experience, creating a customized approach based on your child's particular course history and background, adjusting the mathematics concepts to be covered based on his or her strengths and weaknesses.
The overall content of the PSAT mathematics section is not difficult, covering only several major categories of mathematics topics. However, given that your child has not likely covered all of these topics recently, it is critical that he or she review those subjects that are least current in his or her memory. Your child's tutor can help to arrange this, helping your child achieve the best possible score on the PSAT mathematics section with the least amount of frustration necessary. Whether your child is currently in an advanced trigonometry course or is taking a first pre-algebra or algebra course, he or she could benefit from the directed guidance of an expert tutor and PSAT mathematics tutoring.
The PSAT math tutoring sessions are designed to be flexible and convenient. Your child is able to spend as much or as little time as he or she needs to in order to grasp each concept in full. They don't need to study the concepts they are familiar with. Your child may be given assessment tests, practice tests, and other items to make sure that they are fully prepared for the PSAT math section when the time comes. Your child's tutor can offer support on homework, class work, and test preparation. Your tutor may impart test-taking strategies and skills to make sure your child can complete the exam to their utmost potential. Furthermore, you are able to receive ongoing reports as to your child's progress, making certain that you know where his or her development is. You can arrange your child's tutoring sessions around his or her schedule to ensure they have ample time for their other commitments, such as after school activities, extracurriculars, and other classwork. You can have the tutor meet your child at your home, or another location in person such as a library or favorite cafe, or have online tutoring sessions through the Varsity Tutors live learning platform.
Given that your child may soon be preparing to take the SAT, this initial preparation can help to lay the groundwork for future success on this later, even more important aspect of your child's college application. With the potential for the accrual of so many benefits, why hesitate to find the personalized help that can help your child succeed? Contact Varsity Tutors today to find the perfect mathematics tutor, to help him or her prepare for the PSAT exam with one-on-one PSAT mathematics tutoring.
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We continued to learn and practice tips/techniques for answering math questions from the PSAT practice book. Assigned questions for homework and asked the student to identify the appropriate tactic to use to answer the homework questions.
We reviewed some geometry and data analysis problems that could appear of the PSAT. The student reported wanting to go over inference and reasoning for Critical Reading. We reviewed the tactics presented in the book and did some practice. We ran out of practice in the PSAT book and started practice tests in the SAT book she had.
The student has all the math skills he needs. The challenge for him is to be more meticulous and precise. He'll see a significant improvement as soon as he slows himself down and starts annotating the questions to be clear that what he's answering is what they're asking.
I didn't have a detailed score report, so I emphasized math based on what I was told in an initial e-mail, and hit several other topics to gauge her capabilities. She performed very well in the language sections. The student is also knowledgeable about a variety of math topics (special right triangles, etc.) but has some difficulty setting up some of the problems.
Today I met with the student to go over two practice tests I left with him last week. I'm happy to see that some of the concepts we are discussing are sinking in (averages, special right triangles, probability). Some of the areas like geometry and multiple multiples (ambiguous algebra expressions) are still giving him a bit of trouble. Additionally he is running out of time taking the practice tests, so we will work on strategies to move faster through the problems. Simple techniques like canceling like-terms and eliminating impossible answers will help him to move faster through each section. I left him with two practice tests to do this week and am putting together review sheets for geometry and multiple multiples (ambiguous algebra expressions).
- Meeting Thursday, 7/25.
- Went over Fractions, decimals, and percentage subsections.
- Showed problem understanding the concept that a percentage is a fraction or decimal x 100, especially when it came to representing it using variables.