Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Madison, WI

...them since high school and play on the club field hockey team in Madison. I am a HUGE pet lover as I have a dog of my own. I tutor mathematics for all levels up to Calculus. I have always enjoyed math since I was in elementary school and I love helping others out. One of the best feelings in the world is seeing a student finally understand a subject or a concept after a...

...a high school teacher that believed in me. My goal working in education is to make that change in a student's educational journey by believing in them. I have recently begun hiking the Ice Age Trail which totals over 100 miles. It may take a while to complete, but the outdoor activity is amazing year-round. I am completing my second Bachelor's Degree as well. When I have any spare time I find myself reading and...

...new industries, new terms, new people. It's a wonderful job because it makes me a permanent student of the world, but I miss interacting with young students. I love teaching because I love learning, and I want to help other people find that same love of learning that I had growing up, because that guides me through life. I especially enjoy teaching writing and math. I'm sure this is heavily influenced by the fact that...

...work I've ever done. My engineering background has allowed me to take a wide variety of math and science courses, including Caclulus, Physics, and Chemistry, a few of my favorite subjects to tutor. I enjoy helping students prepare for standardized tests, as these tests require not only knowledge, but quick thinking and strong decision making skills. During my free time, I like playing Ultimate, reading, and playing an occasional game of Cribbage with friends and...

...specialize in math, which is a subject that both challenges and excites. Math applies to everything and it's only stipulation is basic and irrefutable logic. Learning math occurs through a combination of instruction and participation. Instruction gives you direction and allows you to make the most out of your time spent studying, but ultimately it is participation in examples and critical thinking that will allow you to really master something. I love mathematical subject matter...

...love to play soccer, run and watch almost any sport. When not working I can often be found watching sports or playing soccer. While working with students my goal is to help them reach the goals they have set for themselves. I help them achieve these goals by tailoring my teaching/tutoring styles to best fit their learning style. Everyone learns and retains information differently and I strive to find out how each of my students...

...students from pre-school through high school age with a focus mainly in elementary school. While my focus has been Deaf Education, I have experience with typical students along with those who have a variety of additional special needs. I believe that all students have the potential to achieve, and I tailor my instruction to allow each individual student to reach their highest potential. I have worked one-on-one with many students and enjoy that setting because...

...also worked at a local non-profit, teaching basic literacy skills to disadvantaged young girls. I love teaching reading and writing, which luckily is involved in almost every subject! I am passionate about helping students who have a poor relationship with learning and only find it boring. Education should be about discovery and empowerment; it should never feel discouraging. As a tutor, I give tutees as much power and choice as possible in order to help...

...recent graduate of Dartmouth College, I received my Bachelor of Arts in Theater modified with Leadership. Valedictorian of my high school in New Mexico, I attended Dartmouth with the aspiration of becoming a mathematician before finding my passion in the theater. I'm now living in New York City pursuing a career in casting and producing theater. Although I have found my passion in the arts, I find great fulfillment tutoring math and science, because I...

...reader and like reading instruction. My favorite books are the "Harry Potter" and "Percy Jackson" Series. Although, my favorite book is "My Side of the Mountain" written by Jean Craighead George. I also enjoy teaching anything with technology whether it be an iPad, Chromebook, or Windows device. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family playing card or board games, as well as video games. My favorites are sports-based, such as Madden...

...a reading teacher. My bachelor's degree is from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have a master's degree with a reading focus from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I have a master's degree in education administration from Marian University. My main areas of interest in this tutoring position are in reading and general mathematics for elementary and middle grade students. My approach is to begin by assessing needs of the student. Sometimes this is done informally and other...

...credits in history and political science. I just helped my son work through AP US History. He scored a 4 on the exam. In tutoring history, discussions will take place to gain understanding, I have a variety of supplemental materials, a knowledge of a huge grade level span of materials, and a way to make it interesting because I love it and understand that not everyone does. I also have great English, Reading, and Grammar...

...willing to meet with students in-person, depending on location. I have tutored and feel comfortable teaching a variety of subject areas but the areas that I am most passionate about are reading, writing, and social studies. I am a graduate of UW Stevens Point with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education with a minor in English as a Second Language. During my pre-service teaching years, I was heavily involved in tutoring...

...work on a masters at University of New Mexico. I have taught lab courses in introductory physics and tutored college and high school students in physics and math. I am interested in making physics and math relatable to people who are not naturally adept at it. I have taken the SAT, the general GRE and the physics GRE subject tests. I also play trumpet and have studied music theory in music camps and AP music...

...for veterinary school where I hope to study wildlife pathology. I am also working in a laboratory and have plenty of hands-on experience in the biological sciences that I can use to make the living world around us more understandable and exciting to others. Additionally, I have helped teach a microbiology lab course at UW-Madison. Having the opportunity to teach others about the things I have a passion for fills me with so much excitement....

...easily able to pull items from my experiences to relate the material to the student and help assist in the learning process. I have a diverse background working as a stem cell researcher, QC microbiologist, and now a chef at a local restaurant. In my free time I train for triathlons, hike, and do fermentation work for both at home and restaurant use. I prefer to adapt my teaching style to whatever works for each...

I have a lot of experience teaching & tutoring and have completed a wide variety of standardized test with excellent scores.... Start by trying to achieve a broad understanding and refining it as needed.... Introduce myself, meet the student, and identify areas of strength and weakness.... Short breaks, fun problems.... Ask leading questions until the student understands, and then try to build a deeper understanding.... Try to make the passage seem more approachable or put it...

...review or reteach difficult concepts, practice, and then challenge my students without overwhelming them. I am certified to teach English and have taught English abroad. I am also fluent in Spanish. This experience allows me to tutor a wide range of subjects from reading comprehension and English grammar to AP Spanish. Most recently, I worked in an elementary school doing homework support and am very familiar with K-5th curriculums. This allows me to identify and...

A great tutor is someone who is flexible and tailors instruction to the needs and strengths of the student. I believe in educating the whole student and using their strengths to boost confidence and achieve results.

...you want to learn and the way you learn best rather than having topics taught at you. For standardized testing: I have taken the special classes and labored through the workbooks to prepare for taking the exams myself. The trick is to learn the test and know how to beat it with the right tools, and I am eager to pass along what I have learned from years of studying for and taking standardized tests....