Award-Winning IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Tutors for Students in Clearwater, FL

...Pediatric Medicine where I graduated with a 4.0 GPA and was named class valedictorian. While attending medical school in addition to my doctorate I also obtained a master's degree in biomedical science. Continuing my medical education I performed a three year surgical residency at a hospital in New Jersey. Throughout my academic career I have not only possessed a love of learning but of teaching as well. I was a tutor on staff at my...

...a tutor is not to teach someone how to solve a problem or pass a test, but to teach the essential knowledge needed to succeed in a course beyond the raw grade. I believe that through a holistic assessment of a subject, it will be easier for someone to learn how to accomplish tasks related to that subject in the future. I hope to get students to a point where they are self-sustaining.

...a strategy to help you develop your critical thinking skills as well as address any deficiencies that are preventing you from getting the best possible grade. I stress the importance of strategy with every student I work with. A great strategy will ensure success not just in academia but in the real world as well. Besides tutoring, I am also a self-published author with six books available on Amazon. I run an online publishing/consultation business...

...learned that not everyone is susceptible or responds to the same types of teaching styles. In my teaching process, I try to explain things in as many different ways as possible, and many times, in an outside-the-box method. I demonstrate many different styles and methods to ensure that a concept or subject is easier to grasp and understand and find great satisfaction with helping others. I believe that education is extremely important in order to...

...as well. It was in high school that I realized I had a particular knack for helping others understand things about math that they previously had always had trouble figuring out. I began tutoring friends and then friends of friends and family during college before working in a more professional capacity as far as tutoring mathematics goes. Over my years of helping students understand math, I have learned what strategies work best in achieving that....

...as well as earning Capital One Academic all-american honors. I worked as a tutor while in college so I am very comfortable and familiar with the tutoring process. I have earned a certification from Tutorlingo, which is an agency that offers classes on how to become an effective tutor. I enjoy math and science classes, I especially enjoy tutoring chemistry because I too struggled with chemistry and understand exactly what you are going through. I...

...things in my life. I studied electrical engineering at the University of Florida before teaching for 3 years. I taught a variety of math and science topics and really enjoyed it. Additionally, I went back to law school and obtained a law degree from Florida State University College of Law. Other interesting things about me is that I was a 2 sport athlete in football and baseball and still love sports. Also, I was a...

...for over 3 years. I received my B.A. in Biblical Studies with a concentration in Jewish Studies from Gordon College in 2008. For graduate studies I decided to focus on the History and Geography of the Middle East and thought there was no better place to do so than in the Middle East itself. So I moved overseas and earned my compound M.A. in Historical Geography from Jerusalem University College in 2010. My diverse academic...

...in Chicago,Illinois. I have been teaching Spanish to high profile entertainers in the Tampa Bay area for the past three years. My teaching philosophy is to have a dynamic and interactive class, to find out what is the best learning method for the student, and to apply that method. Outside tutoring Spanish, I enjoy going to the beach, and I also enjoy a light workout at the gym. I come from a city where stars...

...breaking down complex concepts into smaller and simpler components that the student can express in their own words, writing notes and diagrams into increasingly concise levels all of which helps to solidify knowledge into a synthetic understanding of the whole rather than accomplishing mere memorization of lists. I also enjoy making scientific concepts easy to grasp to others and I find great pleasure in communicating and helping people gain a better understanding.

...currently preparing to teach an Academic Foundations course at USF, which helps first-year college students acclimate to campus, emphasizing study skills, transitional issues and career planning. I am a great tutor, because I believe in creating a one-on-one tailored experience for each student. With my advising and classroom students, I use formal and informal assessments to ensure students are meeting learning outcomes, and adjust methods accordingly. I also help students develop better critical thinking skills...

...can take you. I want to share this enthusiasm by teaching what I have learned. Having a younger brother, I've had the unique opportunity to practice different tutoring styles. I love teaching him German, math and reading/writing, but I love even more to watch his abilities improve! I believe that we are all born with relatively similar abilities; our choice to improve upon them, however, is up to us. In tutoring, I don't just want...

...special education with endorsements in reading and ESOL. I am currently pursuing my Master's degree in school counseling. I am a very organized and detailed tutor but I feel it is important and vital to get to know the student individually. I feel it is best to learn what works for the student so learning can be best facilitated and supported. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope to work...

...me connected to my alma matter. Learning a new language can be tough, intimidating, and down right scary at times, BUT with the right person there guiding you, can be an incredibly rewarding experience that can open up doors that were previously unimaginable. I know what it's like to be scared and intimidated because I started learning from a textbook in a high school classroom just like many of the students I teach. I gained...

...enjoys working with all types of learners, I bring a personal, positive, and professional approach to my work, with some educational fun thrown in for good measure. I am both a teacher and tutor with my master's degree and have nearly twenty years of experience as a professional writer and editor. I use all of this background to help identify my students' learning needs and to craft ways to help them achieve greater academic success.

...While I am able to tutor a broad range of subjects in both math and science, I am most passionate about teaching any of the medical sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, internal medicine, pediatric medicine, etc.), research and research-related subjects (epidemiology, statistics, etc.), and biological sciences at all educational levels. I also feel confident in my abilities to teach math and science, as it relates to standardized test preparation (USMLE, MCAT, ACT, and SAT). Throughout...

...and very motivated teacher looking for part-time tutoring opportunities in the Tampa area for the summer and fall! I am currently enrolled in graduate school, and am working towards my Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. I have been in the field of education for ten years, and have taught and tutored all ages. I am familiar with both traditional and more modern teaching methods, and am flexible in finding the best way to...

...Honors, Algebra II Honors, Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry Honors (combined course), as well as AP Calculus AB. My varied teaching experience has given me a good perspective of how different students learn and how to accommodate each student's individual needs. My goal is to help students experience success in the math classroom by helping to strengthen their skills and get a better understanding of concepts. Most importantly, I intend to help increase their confidence to promote a...

...specialty is creative nonfiction. In addition, I have a graduate certificate in Editing and Publishing and a BA in History from Florida State University. During my time as an undergraduate, I wrote an honors-in-the-major thesis on Confederate soldiers and their wives in Florida during the Civil War, so I am very familiar with incorporating research into my writing. Also, I possess a background in scholarly editing and online tutoring. My tutoring approach is to engage...

...straight As, I was invited to present one of my papers at the University of Hawaii this year. That's where my profile pic was taken. When I'm not occupied with school work, I like playing the piano and guitar, reading (mostly) Sci-Fi novels, kayaking and fishing with my wife, playing video games, and playing strategy board games (they've gotten a lot better since Monopoly). I hope that gives you a sense of who I am...