Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Alpharetta, GA

...Whatever it is, I was in your same shoes, and I can help. If you give me the opportunity, I will work diligently with you to achieve those academic goals. My tutoring background includes two years of volunteer tutoring in a student-led organization at my undergraduate college. In addition to my experience, you will find me an open and engaging teacher who will challenge you to approach problems in a logical way. As such, I...

...interactions with me. I play golf with my friends. I'm trying to learn to throw a perfect knuckleball, because that pitch has always fascinated me. I teach because it's meaningful work; no one's life was made measurably or permanently better when I was serving pizzas. Teaching, though, can have a lasting impact. I am where I am and even who I am because of my teachers: Lindsey J. taught me how to think; Deborah B....

...changing the lives of people. My goal is life is to ultimately become a Statistics Professor. I also have a true passion for mathematics. I have been tutoring since my freshman year in high school. I have always understood Mathematics in a unique way and I am very good with helping students to understand it also. When it comes to tutoring the goal is to simply make progress, because with progress comes great success.

...homework, or test problems the student did not understand. After identifying these problems I can review or teach the necessary concepts to the student, then go back and help the student solve the problems correctly. I love the help students understand concepts they struggled with previously! I think a lot of dislike among students for math and science comes from a lack of understanding of the subject. Besides tutoring I also love music, specifically singing...

...is Aliyi aka 'Ali'. I was born in Ethiopia and moved to the USA in 2000. I lived in Kenya for 2 years and Dominica, West Indies for 1 1/2 years. I just finished medical school and am currently interviewing for residency. I have been tutoring and TAing since college. I enjoy tutoring math and science and helping those who need help. In my free time I enjoy running, playing soccer, biking and getting together...

...classroom full of 10 year olds. And I've gotten results every time. I strongly believe in the power of personalized education, tailored for the individual student and human being. When I'm not tutoring, I spend most of my time on my two indie rock bands, in which I play guitar and bass and write many of the songs. I also like to take my dog, Mac, on walks around my neighborhood of Grant Park.

...style is different and I enjoy working with individuals to customize a plan that will be the most beneficial and enjoyable for them. Learning should be fun! It develops your ability to critically think about the world around you, which is an invaluable skill that you will use not only in school but for the rest of your life. I specialize in the sciences and math, have graduate level expertise in biological sciences and classroom...

I believe that organization and a good work ethic will lead anyone to success. I love working with students and excel at explaining difficult topics in terms that anyone can understand. I love the sciences and hold a BS in Biochemistry from Northeastern University and an MS in Biology from Georgia Tech. I have been a successful mentor to both high school and college students, and know I can make learning fun for anyone.

...understand their subjects and gain confidence is what makes me like to tutor. I have also been a volunteer mentor/tutor here in Atlanta since I graduated college and look forward to helping more students. When I tutor, I am careful not to do the work for the student, I help fix problem areas and guide the student to the right answer. Learning can be difficult but I want to take the frustration out of learning.

...all, hanging out with my friends and family. I have been tutoring since my freshmen year in college a variety of subjects including Mathematics, English and Science. With my youngest brother in high school and my youngest sister in elementary school, I have constant exposure to different levels and types of academic subjects. Teaching has always been my passion and I have consistently found a good way of connecting with students. I have worked with...

...remarkable advancements) with basic application of skills which help in lifelong learning. I am an avid proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, running, the outdoors and anything involving water. I enjoy the occasional video game and movie as well. I look forward to helping parents and students...

...through college age students in a wide range of subjects. As my BA hints, I have earned a liberal arts education at a rigorous and stimulating institution, where critical thinking is the first priority. I believe your student will benefit as I have from learning how to approach any problem. This flexibility is, in my opinion, much more useful than memorizing superficial solution procedures often taught in schools. Let's get to work!

...your student should have. I have a proven track record with student improvement and can guarantee better academic performance. I have experience with test prep, as well, such as the ACT, SAT, SSAT, ISEE, PSAT, and GED. I have worked with numerous students preparing for them for these exams and I thoroughly enjoy seeing their confidence grow. Although I approach each student uniquely, I use a two step method to maximize academic success. The first...

...tutored Math Modeling, College Algebra, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1, Calculus 2, and Physics (Calculus based) for over 400 hours within the past year at Valdosta State University. My responsibility as a university tutor was to motivate and empower students by demonstrating critical thinking skills and problem solving. Many people believe math is supposed to be difficult and frustrating. However, I have noticed that after scheduling appointments with me, many students feel they already knew how...

...to play sports and hang out with friends. I consider myself an avid athlete, and I have been playing sports just about since the time I learned to walk. Growing up I played just about every sport, including baseball, basketball, football, golf and tennis. In high school I played four years of varsity basketball and golf. During college I have played intramural basketball and softball, as well as leisurely rounds of golf whenever I get...

...decided to switch career paths. I am currently in a dual Masters program at Georgia State University studying Actuarial Science and Mathematical Risk Management in the Robinson College of Business. I have been private tutoring high school and college students in mathematics since 2007. I have also tutored post-college students in GRE preparation and in preparation for teaching Calculus 3. While continuing my studies I have had the opportunity to serve as a proof reader...

...third grade, and currently fourth. I discovered that teaching was my passion as a young child. I can remember always wanting to play school with my friends. I believe every child has the ability to learn. Some children learn in different ways and at a different pace. I always try to instill in my students the ability to never give up. I always tell my students that saying the words "I can't" is not an...

...Improvisation, Speech and Debate, Physical Fitness, ESL, Conversation, Writing, Technical English, and Test Preparation. I've worked with those who struggle to learn and the gifted in need of challenges. I have a knack for organizing complex subjects into simple lessons and assisting learners in attaining their goals. Those you are willing to learn will succeed. In my free time I like to read, watch movies and documentaries, listen to music, and exercise. I really enjoy...

...and tutored high school students in mathematics, primarily students with disabilities. I have a diverse tutoring background, both in content and age ranges. I like to make learning relevant and relate it to the interests of the student in order to help with engagement. I encourage inquiry and discovery for students through promoting higher order thinking as well as practical applications of content. I believe students have the ability to master academic content once discovering...

I am a teacher with 19 years of teaching experience. Most of my experience has been teaching math to middle school students with learning disabilities. I enjoy working one on one with a student to help him or her understand a concept. I view math problems as puzzles to be solved. I use real life examples and manipulatives to help students solve the puzzles!