Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Houston, TX

...I studied the culture, history and language of Mexico in Puebla, Mexico.I grew up without a "hometown" since my father was in the Air Force. I raised my three children in Denver, NC, where we lived 25 years. After graduation from W Oregon U, I moved from Oregon to Houston to be near my grandchildren. I enjoy listening to mysteries on CD while I drive, do household chores, sew, quilt, and garden.

...teaching and studying involves many visual aids, acronyms and analogies that make biology subjects less difficult to grasp. In addition to biology I also enjoy teaching algebra and other math subjects that function as a foundation to higher level mathematics courses. As a student, I developed studying strategies that helped me better understand biology and math concepts. I plan to use what has worked for me in the past to help students who are currently...

...subjects ranging from pre-algebra to statistics. I also did private tutoring for elementary school students where I helped them solve word problems and fractions effectively! My tutoring expertise does not stop there. I am currently volunteering at a school for students who have autism where I not only assess their behavior, but also their writing and mathematical skills! As I mentioned earlier, I am a firm believer in education and I will do my very...

...mathematical skills where I learned to collaborate and gained exposure to different ways of explaining and conceptualizing mathematical problems. I have also worked with teenagers as a residential camp counselor and as well as teaching a New York City Ballet dancer for an accelerated GED high school certification program. My vast international travel and academic background has enabled me to effectively adapt and strategize for a variety of courses and tests. I also assist students...

...those exams. When teaching, my ultimate goal is to train the student not to simply answer specific questions, but to get them to understand how to approach problems properly and break down more complex scenarios into their most basic concepts, so that the solution can be found. Outside of academia, my interests include playing music, basketball and soccer, cooking, and generally trying to learn new skills (right now I am learning French). If you are...

...TWU's master program in occupational therapy starting in the fall of 2016. Math has been and will always be my strongest subject. I love math, and I am willing to spend time covering the basics that will help you solve the problems you find difficult. Currently, my strongest math subjects are middle school math, pre-algebra, and algebra. My belief is that repetition is key when mastering math problems. In my spare time, I love to...

...because I love and feel the most confident in tutoring this subject. Last year, I often found myself helping out my peers with college chemistry and calculus. Through that, I have found a love for teaching others. My teaching philosophy can best described by this quote from Plato's Republic: "The object of education is to teach us to love what is beautiful." -Plato, The Republic Other than tutoring, I love singing, because I had been...

...grade to college students. My students have had a range of abilities, from those struggling to pass to those attending top-level schools. Most students come to me for English and French assistance, but I've also worked with standardized test preparation, math, and time management. In my free time, I like to take long rambling walks and explore everything Houston has to offer, from new restaurants to coffee shops to art galleries and museums. I also...

I am an education major at the University of Houston, specializing in becoming a Math teacher. I will do my best to help you to become the best you can be at math with the help of hard work, positive thinking, and detailed lesson plans... Evaluate the student's proficiency in the subject with a general test covering a range of topics. With this, I can evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each student to see what...

...level. I first considered tutoring after helping a child with math homework and realizing how my visual learning/teaching style was actually quite helpful to a student who may not have fully understood the lesson given in class. I found that it was really a great feeling to be able to see her go from being incredibly frustrated and stuck in one place to not only being able to complete her homework for that night but...

...are English, mathematics (through AP Calculus AB but not statistics), history/social studies, Spanish (through AP), and basic biology and chemistry. Throughout my teaching experience, especially through Academic Decathlon, I have kept my skills sharp across these subject areas. I graduated summa cum laude from UCLA with a B.A. in English. By far my best collegiate experience was a one-month travel study program focusing on Shakespeare. We read, discussed, and watched six plays and had the chance...

...continued success, and 2) to foster self-motivation in a student by making English fun! I love sharing my passion for language and literature with others, especially in helping overcome the "fear of the blank page" and other anxieties. Its never too late to learn to write well, to enjoy reading, or to apply these important skills to achieve your academic and professional goals. Personally, I love the time to enjoy a good book, but I...

...Teaching is one of the most valuable disciplines in our society and anything I can do to help share knowledge, I will do with 100% motivation and seriousness. I also want to make sure there is an open line of communication between the parents as well as their input is just as important as the student's. I want to keep them informed of their child's progress and give them feedback on a regular basis. Again,...

...Mathnasium, I worked with elementary and middle school students to improve their math skills. In college, I worked for America Reads and served as a reading tutor for 3rd graders in a NYC public school. And after graduation, I spent my time before medical school teaching self-contained 4th grade in Houston ISD. While I tutor a wide range of age groups and content areas, I am most passionate about tutoring math, science, and college admission...

...In my undergraduate I did research for four years and I was responsible to help find a solution to extend the shelf life of different types of food oils and proteins that are on today’s market by using natural products such as antioxidants. Also I enjoyed volunteering my time in Hempstead, TX to tutor students pre-K to fifth grade, the experience encouraged me to want to become a teacher. My teaching mechanism is a hand...

...well. I have always helped people out with their homework from a young age, but I did not get into formal tutoring until college when I worked for Heritage University's Academic Skills Center as a Math and Physics tutor. Outside of school and tutoring, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two kids. I like to watch and play sports of all kinds, but I also enjoy playing computer and video games. I am also...

...night at Brooklyn College and earned my Master's degree in 2007 with a focus on Math Education. I took a break from teaching to join Youth With A Mission (YWAM), a Christian missions organization, and traveled to Rwanda on a mission trip before returning to the east coast to work as a tutor. I served as the main math tutor at an education center in New Jersey for two years, helping students with their school...

...Algebra, Differential Equations and some Statistics. Additionally, I received a B.A. in Photography from Sam Houston State University, graduating Cum Laude. I started tutoring in 2009 and have helped students with a variety of math classes; everything from Pre-algebra to Differential Equations. Over the last two years, I taught math at both the high school (Geometry) and collegiate (Pre-Algebra) levels. I enjoy helping students who are struggling with the subject and to watch them gain...

...even if I cannot be a full-time teacher while I am taking classes. I firmly believe that education changes lives for the better, and I want to be a part of that change. With my teaching experience and background in human development and family sciences, I hope to be a successful tutor and to strengthen the understanding of the students I work with, not only about their content knowledge, but also about themselves and their...

...were previously struggling with, after having a tutoring session with me. My educational background consists of completing a master's degree in clinical medical sciences (physician assistant studies) and completing a bachelor of arts degree in biology. I previously worked as a physician assistant for almost 2.5 years in the specialties of primary care and oncology, and truly enjoyed taking care of patients. I consider myself to be hardworking, patient, friendly, and great with children. I...