Award-Winning College Algebra Tutors serving Catalina Foothills, AZ

Hi. I was a data analyst for 20 years in the corporate world, and now I am transitioning to being a secondary math/physics teacher. I am passionate about learning, and hope to bring a fresh perspective to these subjects.

...have written and edited a great deal of essays and research papers. My favorite part about tutoring is getting to see students make connections and understand subjects they felt were too difficult for them to understand. Aside from academics I enjoy outdoor hobbies such as hiking and cycling in beautiful Tucson Arizona.

...a systems engineering for Raytheon in June 2015. Engineering and tutoring are both equally part of my career to better the world. I interned at Aviation Communications and Surveillance Systems (ACSS): An L-3 Communications & Thales Company for a year in Phoenix, AZ before I moved to Tucson to work at Raytheon. Some of my...

...in a way that can be grasped by the student, then you are wasting your client's time. I am able to express the same information in multiple ways so it is accessible to a variety of students and learning styles. I break the material down into step by step pieces but still present math as...

...for effective learning to happen, namely learning should never be rote memorization that fades away after an exam but something that persists and ultimately grows. I always have fun tutoring: I try my best to make it enjoyable, be it outlining an essay, understanding the critical content of a passage or preparing for Standardized Tests....

...seeking a Bachelor's degree in Journalism. I focus on tutoring in Math and English, but am knowledgeable in a variety of subjects. It is important to me that students are able to foster a love of learning both inside and outside of their academic endeavors, and that every student believes that they are capable of...

...of mathematics are important to instilling the fundamentals. Besides math, I love studying computer science as well, and currently work in both a Genomics lab and Particle Dynamics lab at my university, utilizing applied mathematics through computational tools like java and python. In my spare time, I love playing football and tennis; and of course,...

As a systems engineer and data scientist, I mentor and collaborate with other professionals to solve hard problems. In learning, there is no problem that we cannot master with patience and persistence.

...at Pima, I found myself the most helpful when I tutor in Chemistry and Math. Math is a subject that has a special place in my heart; chemistry can be related to our everyday life, which sparked my interest. I believe that any question asked is a step closer to understanding the material, and I...

...to pinpoint why a student is struggling and to work through difficulties with clear and novel explanations as well as targeted practice. I believe that helping a student master the material is key towards gaining the needed confidence. Outside of school and work, I enjoy getting outdoors, whether it is on a bike or hiking....

...early as kindergarten, this manifested itself in helping my classmates in school. As I progressed through school, I continued helping out my classmates, and eventually began tutoring a few friends. It was something that I genuinely enjoyed. Throughout my life, I have learned that passion and care are two of the most important things in...

...the University of Arizona with a degree in Mathematics I came to a startling realization. I really like math. I love learning new and interesting ways to use it and I am excited to share my understanding with others. I am a patient person and I will do my utmost to ensure you reach your...

...the subject area, then the student becomes capable of understanding new concepts and then continuing successful progress on their own. As a tutor, I will make every effort to identify the student's deficiencies that need to be strengthened while maintaining an understanding of current concepts are approached. I look forward to assisting you in your...

...it, and have worked as a math tutor at my university for the last year and a half. I thoroughly enjoy helping others understand my favorite subject and preventing them from experiencing those negative feelings I felt towards chemistry when I was in high school. Math can be ugly if not fully understood, but I...

...with them, as well as going over the different concepts to make sure that the basics are fully understood. For Biology, I use a similar style, but with more emphasis on making sure the concepts are as easily understood as possible to facilitate easier learning and memorization. Finally, on a personal level, I enjoy doing...

...I am a person who embraces diversity and enjoys interacting with people of different cultures. I'm a very dedicated person and will not move on to a new topic until I feel that each student has grasped the concept being taught. Thus far, I have been rather successful every time I have tutored an individual...

...teaching and I think there's nothing quite as exciting as helping someone truly understand a topic they've been struggling with. My favorite subjects to tutor are Chemistry, Biology, Algebra, and Anatomy. I also enjoy helping undergraduate students with the process of applying to medical school and working on personal statements. When I'm not studying or...

...understanding that they would have never thought possible. Currently my areas that I will be mentoring are: Algebra 1, Algebra 3/4, Arithmetic, Middle School Math, Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus and Statistics. Statistics is one area that I especially enjoy in that it is a fast growing technology and has multiple applications. It is most always misunderstood because...

...a strong background in those subjects as well, which are my favorite to tutor--I enjoy exploring the precision of language to clearly communicate ideas. I offer tutoring at all levels in English, and up to algebra in math, as well as SAT and PSAT tutoring. Outside of school, I hope to become a professional writer...

...the University of Arizona. Here I studied bugs, fungi, plants, and animals from population level down to the biochemical level. This includes a wide range of subjects like genetics, plant biochemistry, cancer biology, metabolic engineering, medical entomology, and behavioral ecology. I also worked in an aquatic entomology lab researching local populations. I plan on pursuing...