Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in West Allis, WI

...I competed nationally in Academic Decathlon while setting state records in Economics and Mathematics. Now, I am pursuing a Math/Stats & Computer Science B.A. at Carleton College. I love learning and helping others learn, and I live for those "ah-ha!" moments, both the ones I experience myself and those I experience through others.

I am a retired elementary school teacher. I taught for the past 15 years in grades 3-6. I currently hold a Wisconsin State Teaching Licence for grades 1-6, and have completed a Master's Degree in Education in 2010. I enjoy working one-on-one with children and helping them reach their goals. ... Reading comprehension starts with understanding that reading requires more than just decoding words. It involves making meaning from the text. In order to do this,...

...I attended a private school where I was given the opportunity to discover a large range of topics I had never thought about pursuing, such as engineering and biomedical sciences. In college, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics, while minoring in Arabic and gaining a certificate in Middle Eastern and North African...

...total. My focus on mechanical engineering and systems is due to my love of putting things together and drawing conclusions from physical representations. This was instilled at a young age as I had a deep love of Legos. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra. Algebra features so many of the basic mathematical tools which...

...Mountain Region. I tutor primarily math related subjects, from basic algebra through calculus. I am also available for all sections of the PSAT, SAT, and GMAT. Together we can work to improve your test scores and give you an edge over the competition when applying to college or business school. In my spare time, I...

...past experience and finding creative ways to illustrate concepts is a stimulating and rewarding endeavor that usually involves a lot of smiles and laughter for both the student and me. I enjoy discussing and discovering connections between subjects, then using those connections to help create a deeper understanding of the material. When I'm not working,...

...that interactive activities and group work really help! I am a firm believer in the work-hard-play-hard mindset and find it to be absolutely necessary for a balanced lifestyle, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. While I encourage my students to keep up with their studies and work hard, I...

...extra classes that specialized in Math. After graduating I taught at Mary Queen of Heaven in West Allis. I taught Middle school for 1 year and then 3rd grade for a year and a half before starting my family. I stayed home for 12 years, raising my 4 children until they all were in school....

...demonstrations to elementary students focused on the importance of building strong math and science skills. I also conducted study groups with classmates throughout my undergraduate studies. I am proficient in and enjoy tutoring many mathematical and physical science subjects; including algebra, trigonometry, calculus, chemistry, and physics. My hope is to spark the passion and appreciation...

...have taught at St. Thomas More High School in Milwaukee for 16 years. I enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities. I particularly enjoy tutoring because learning goals are more easily realized in a low student to teacher ratio. When I am not teaching, I love spending time with my family. I also...

...tutoring both Spanish and English. Since graduation I have spent the last two years living in Spain where I taught and tutored private English classes. My favorite subject to tutor is Spanish because I am passionate about the language and about helping students understand and master its intricacies. I am an avid proponent of education...

...the opportunity to tutor young African refugees in the city of Milwaukee through the Pan-African Community Association. I really enjoyed this experience, and it caused me to seek out ways to continue helping others with their education. At the University of Notre Dame, I also tutor Organic Chemistry. I hope to go to medical school...

...so many students in my classroom, I have a lot of experience working with many different types of learners. Even though I am certified in and enjoy teaching all elementary subjects, I enjoy teaching math and science the most! I recently asked my students what they enjoyed most about our class, and the resounding answer...

...a level of enjoyment helping others. Not long after starting college, I was hired at R&B Grinding where I use financial mathematics to calculate cost/benefit analysis for steel part production. I then present my analytical findings to the CFO and other managers. In addition to my developing business analytical skills, I teach Excel and Computer...

...reading, and writing, as well as psychology. While I'm still gaining formal experience, I've worked with students in supportive, one-on-one settings and developed a patient, encouraging approach. I focus on helping students understand the "why" behind concepts and believe mistakes are key learning opportunities. My style is interactive and adaptable ask questions, encourage reflection, and...

...more as a mentor. As a tutor, I want to help the student learn new concepts while also teaching them study skills that are usually not taught in a classroom but only get better with practice. My teaching philosophy is to encourage the student to be confident with the material versus striving for perfect memorization....

I majored in Elementary/Special Education at the University of Miami. I love working with kids, especially one-on-one. I specialize in Elementary subjects specifically reading and math, but have tutored in all subjects through 6th grade. I also have experience with ELL students.

...and I'm passionate about helping children and families reach their highest potential. One position I held while working at Children's was as a school nurse at high-risk areas of Milwaukee, WI where I taught health and wellness classes to students, teachers and parents. I also volunteered for many years as a tutor at several Milwaukee...

...I have tutored in subjects including biology, chemistry, psychology, physics, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. Tutoring is a job that I enjoy because I am a firm advocate of education. When I was growing up, my parents instilled in me the value of knowledge. They often said to me, "Knowledge is something that no one can...

...to communicate those interests to people who share the same enthusiasm! I have taken and passed multiple AP exams during my high school career, and I scored above 1400 on the SAT. I also have experience teaching beginner chess lessons for Marquette University's Class Club, which I'm the incoming president of. I believe in education...