Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Bernalillo County, NM

...of us had the resources to drive, but many of my friends and I depended on the county to bus us almost an hour across the desert to get to school every morning. I’d sit on the torn leather seats with a book over my knees, a scratch paper and pencil and study because I knew education was the best means of pursuing my dreams. Mentors and teachers invested in me, seeing beyond my socioeconomic...

...is one of the greatest ways to learn about others, as well as oneself. In the last five months that I have been tutoring, I have developed so much, all thanks to the many students with whom I have worked. Each person encountered has provided me with a new perspective for viewing material and life itself. In the modern world, where education holds sway to life itself, I am honored to be able to help...

...Pathology, Microbiology, Genetics, and Molecular Biology. I have an extensive background in K-12, Undergraduate and Graduate-level Sciences, Mathematics, and Spanish. My approach with each student is to identify their immediate needs and gaps in knowledge and assess how best to reach their goal and boost their grade. Through our sessions, we then work together to build personalized learning tools that they can utilize to become confident, independent learners. My Academic Experience: I have over 6...

...tutoring in small group and 1:1 settings. Math tutoring is a passion of mine because I love helping students in a topic that so many of them find problematic.My tutoring style is that of a coach; I work with students to become better learners. It is a thrilling experience to witness students overcome obstacles and take on challenges that previously intimidated them. I enjoy taking on challenges myself and have competed in endurance events for...

...spent my teaching years as a GED instructor and ESL teacher. Recently, I taught university English language learners through the Mexico-U.S. partnership program "Proyecta." Before that, I was halfway around the world teaching American culture and English as a foreign language at a private English school in Anshan, China. It is exciting and challenging for me to teach while immersed in a new cultures and meeting new people! I graduated Magna Cum Laude with my...

...Albuquerque, New Mexico public schools. I love my profession and I love to connect with families and their children in a positive and loving way with the intention and hope that my presence in a child's life is motivating, reassuring and inspiring. I am a tournament Chess player and have used the skills of Chess to teach mathematics and simple concepts in social studies ( geography, society, government systems). I can't wait to do my...

...all the way up to high school. I have worked extensively with English Language Learners and in intervention settings (Special Ed and RtI). I have taught many different subjects including math and science, reading, test preparation, and Spanish. I now am a small business owner in the field of education. I am a graduate of UC Davis and am a full IB (International Baccalaureate) graduate (I tested in Anthropology, Spanish, Art, English, Mathematics, and Biology...

...I love how mathematics can quantify and explain nature, from the microscopic to the macroscopic world. It truly is the universal language of the universe. My appreciation for math and how it applies to nature is the reason I decided to pursue my education in Astrophysics and Mathematics. I love the sky and the Universe it reflects. Especially growing up in New Mexico, where our sky is one of the most beautiful in the world....

...advanced concepts in mathematics. A weakness of our education system is that often students, whose learning style does not fit the education mold, are forced to fit as a square peg through a round hole. This rigidness and lack of flexibility often creates learners who have apathy or resentment towards math that is unnecessary. In my own practice of teaching and tutoring I have found that often students who were judged to not be able...

...My courses are concentrated in Economic Development and Gender here at UNM, with one of my main focuses being women's empowerment. I completed a Bachelor's in Business Administration and Spanish Literature at Roanoke College in May 2014. I have spent the large majority of my life as a student and I love learning. I graduated with a 3.95 from Roanoke and have maintained a 4.0 at UNM since the first semester. That being said, I...

...teaching experience in both the classroom and tutoring environments. My teaching and tutoring assignments have been varied, ranging from working in a combination 4-6 classroom, high school classrooms involving multiple subjects, and adults studying ESL. I have also been guiding students in preparing for the GED exam since it's new format in January 2014. By working with such a varied age population in various subjects, I have learned to work with students with different and...

...all inspired by different things. I hope to help students connect their passions with the skills and foundations that will help them succeed at school, careers, and in life. As a graduate of Bard College and Concordia University, I have degrees in Psychology and in Education. I have a diverse background with experience in many different educational settings from History teacher to Dean to outdoor education. I have been working with students for almost 15...

Hello, my name is Justin Quintana. I am a graduate from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelors Degree in psychology and chemistry and finished with summa cum laude honors. I am an aspiring physician and I also enjoy helping other people learn.

...past, I taught underserved populations in middle and high schools in rural Mississippi and Tennessee. In addition, I taught community college in the adult education department. Over the years, many of my adult students have arrived in my class reading and doing math at elementary school levels. With these students, I work tirelessly one-on-one to prepare them for their future endeavors. As a tutor, I have the privilege of watching my students grow every day....

...in Elementary Education with an endorsement in Teaching English as a Second Language. I am a licensed and certified teacher for grades kindergarten through 8th. I have been a teacher for the past 11 years and have tutored students for 5 years in the areas of reading and math. It is a joy to help students gain the knowledge and self-confidence to succeed academically as well as in all areas of their lives! I am...

...especially when it comes to learning disabilities as I have ADHD and have trouble with focusing. I have privately tutored grade levels K-12 as well as a few college students. I love music, mostly hip hop/rap. Whether I am at home or in the car, I am always listening to something. Health is important to me and I enjoy lifting and running. I used to play soccer when I was younger, and ran cross country...

Hello, I'm JD. Currently, I teach middle school math and do tutoring on the side. Helping students access content no matter their skill level is something that I try to achieve in every encounter. ... Every person deserves to be treated with dignity and unconditional positive regard. I teach my students to be encouraged by failure and mistakes, because having that kind of resilience builds champions.... Introductions, assessment of skill levels, and getting to know this...

...and Ancient Latin Language and Literature. I am a licensed teacher with a diversity of experience working with young people. For the past 10 years, I have tutored students of all ages and in a variety of subjects, with a strong focus on K-12 mathematics. I am pursuing a Master's degree in Elementary Education and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. I am extremely passionate about teaching and work daily to improve...

...and Test prep (ACT, PLAN, SAT, etc...) I have experience working with students since I started tutoring in my senior year of high school. I am currently a business student at the University of New Mexico. I am attentive to student's needs and want each and every one of them to succeed in school. I enjoy backpacking around the state and am a huge fan of Quentin Tarantino movies and the Marvel Franchise movies. I...

...a number of subjects and would love to tutor you in mathematics or science or help you to become more proficient as a reader and writer in the humanities. I love exploring and adventures, and I believe that some of the best exploring can happen in the world right around you. All of creation is filled with such wonder! Oftentimes, your subject matter at school is filled with fascinating aspects that you have yet to...