Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Catalina Foothills, AZ

...Most of my years are in 1st grade. Thus, I am experienced in teaching students how to read or become better readers. I also have a good understanding of the foundations of math. I have also taught 4th grade, which gave me experience in upper elementary math, such as working with adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions. I graduated from the University of Arizona with an Elementary Education Degree. Before teaching, I worked with children...

...cognitive abilities: sustained attention, response inhibition, speed of information processing, mental flexibility and control, multiple simultaneous attention, and memory. I take this phenomenon as my personal goal in finding ways to teach every one of my students. I ensure that my sessions are instructional, educational, engaging, and enjoyable! And for the students who are taking Spanish in school and do not like the subject. I make the "boring subject" look interesting and appealing with a...

...Latin America. I am eager to work with students to help them achieve their personal goals and realize their full intellectual potential. I am fluent in Spanish and have taught students in Peru. I also published peer reviewed papers in Spanish. In addition to Spanish language skills, I am also an experienced and published writer. My papers have appeared in high profile venues like the Proceedings of the National Academies of Science and the Proceedings...

...teacher-student relationship to foster a working relationship where both focus on the student's success. The success of a student isn't measured by knowledge of facts, but should instead be demonstrated by the understanding of content, to a level which is beyond rote memorization, and instead focuses on adequate application of the student's knowledge. It is the teacher's role to not create a dictionary or list of facts to be pulled from, but to encourage critical...

I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science in Physics. I work with students in a variety of subjects, including Math, Physics, and Chemistry. I have experience working with students on the Autism spectrum and with ADHD.

...tools that they already have. I have always pictured math as a toolbox. Each year in math, as students learn more concepts, they collect more tools to add to their own math toolbox. The more tools they collect, the easier it is for them to get the job done. Students can only use the tools, however, when they understand how they work. This is why building a solid foundation is so important. How can you...

I am currently student teaching 7th grade English in Tucson. My educational journey at Northern Arizona University to become a certified teacher with a degree in psychology is nearly complete. I have experience tutoring students with various abilities and interests for differing lengths of time. I look forward to meeting you!

...at a small private school assisting with after school programming. I have worked with children for many years as a counselor, swim instructor, and after school teacher and over this time I have cultivated the skills to communicate effectively with students of all ages. I am very adept at finding creative ways to communicate difficult concepts through the use of digestible metaphors and examples. Additionally, I am able to maintain a laid-back and positive atmosphere...

...Biology. I tutor math, biology, and chemistry. In my experience, I have tutored college students in college algebra and mentored high school students to guide them in successfully applying to college. My goal is to help the student develop skills in critical thinking and problem solving. I believe developing these skills in combination with guidance in completing assignments and studying for exams will enable the student to develop confidence and succeed in their coursework.... I have...

...just lay back and let it come to me. If I connect with a student we'll figure it out. Students will always communicate to you how they best learn. Outside of academia I am presently licensed with the State of Arizona as a private investigator. I have a company that does indigent defense investigations and court research. Our family also owns a bar/restaurant in Marana, Arizona, so some of my time is devoted to making...

...of Arizona. My primary interests in college were chemistry, biology (especially plant biology) and physical science. My desire is to help all students, no matter what their age or ability, to be successful in learning a subject, whether it's math or science or reading. I recognize that different learners learn differently, and I use different strategies to engage their ability to learn and succeed. There is nothing like the joy of seeing the "lightbulb" go...

In 2019 I graduated with my Bachelors degree with Elementary Education (k-8). My first job out of college was teaching 7th, 8th and 11th grade math. The challenge was exciting, as math (especially Algebra) has always been my favorite subject and it was an amazing learning opportunity. I deeply care about guiding future generations to success and passion in both their academic and personal lives.

...means of ensuring equality of opportunity for all. To that end, I've recently started a data analytics firm focused on helping schools leverage the information at their disposal to more effectively serve their students. I look forward to helping students better understand math and econ, while I work to get that venture off the ground. When I'm not teaching or analyzing data, I enjoy rock climbing and cooking. I'm not a very good rock climber,...

...deep passion for teaching reading and math, finding immense joy in the "aha" moments when a student finally grasps a challenging concept. Witnessing their faces light up with understanding and confidence is the highlight of my teaching career. I specialize in creating individualized learning plans tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment. My dedication to helping students achieve their academic goals and develop a love for learning drives my...

...their initial fears and build a solid foundation. In Calculus II, I focus on breaking down complex integration techniques into manageable steps. In Calculus III, I guide students through multivariable concepts, showing them how visualization and structure can make advanced mathematics accessible. Across all levels, my goal is not only to help students succeed in their courses but also to cultivate a genuine appreciation for their own innate ability to think mathematically. My tutoring style...

...and behavior needs. I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawai'i. I love teaching and I am motivated by being a positive role model for my students, as well as others. I enjoy listening to all types of music, especially Hawaiian and Reggae. I love embracing and soaking in all the culture around me. My students have described me as being "crazy...for loving math" and "funny" which shows my passion and...

...graduate college's biostatistics course and epidemiology course. I also taught college algebra and introductory statistics for ITT Technical Institute. My tutoring experience began in 1999 as a math tutor for my college math lab. Students could come into the math lab and seek help for any level of math. I also worked with high school students in after school programs and Saturday math prep programs for SAT/ACT prep. I went on to serve as a...

...in English, Literature, Essay Editing, and Art History. Currently, I am a graduate student at Arizona State University studying Social Work. The knowledge and fulfilling personal experiences that I have gained from my education has positively shaped my entire life. I believe that a superb educational experience can help all of us to go forth and better serve humanity. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, baking, running, and watching classic cinema.

...Since then I have been moving around as a military spouse so I have been subbing and tutoring. I am originally from Memphis, TN, but I have lived in South Carolina, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Arizona. Moving around has given me a chance to meet many different students from all types of backgrounds and has helped me learn to focus on getting to know my students quickly so that I can best meet their individual needs...

...I am also very comfortable tutoring Economics, History, and English as my college minor was Buisness Management and as a history major I have written and edited a great deal of essays and research papers. My favorite part about tutoring is getting to see students make connections and understand subjects they felt were too difficult for them to understand. Aside from academics I enjoy outdoor hobbies such as hiking and cycling in beautiful Tucson Arizona.