Award-Winning Middle School Math Tutors for Students in Pittsburgh, PA

I recently graduated from the University of Florida with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. I enjoy tutoring because I believe that it will help me grow as both a teacher and an individual. I am currently living in Pittsburgh, where I grew up, and plan to begin a Master's Degree in BME in the fall.

...other subjects, have been very fun for me to teach. In turn, I have been amply rewarded day after day by my students, who have taught me so much. My teaching style is built upon a foundation of trust and understanding. My students learn best when they feel confident and can trust that everything will turn out fine. I teach them by connecting their strengths and experiences to the new learning challenge before them. I...

Growing up, I was taught to always seek help when needed, but more importantly, when wanted. One should always strive to better themselves even in their prime. As I delve into my undergraduate studies, I hope to not only pursue my education, but help others with theirs, whether that be a certain subject or standardized test. Other than tutoring, I play and coach tennis professionally. I spend my free time running, swimming, playing the piano,...

My personal statement is that I should be teaching students tools to learn, not just facts. How we learn is just as important as WHAT we learn.... My teaching philosophy has always been to meet a students needs. Teaching according to HOW they learn.... I typically build a positive rapport with my students. Having a common ground is necessary for learning as well as teaching.... I help a student become an independent learner by providing scaffolding....

Hello! I am a registered nurse with a background in pharmacy as well. I work in an intensive care unit and eventually my end goal is to become a nurse anesthetist. I believe that knowledge is power and therefore I enjoy helping others learn in a variety of ways!

...grandchildren. I have experience in solving engineering problems using mathematics and in presenting the problems and solutions to my peers. My academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering. My principal engineering jobs were with Douglas Aircraft and Westinghouse Electric Corp. I progressed steadily in my career acquiring promotions and more responsibility in presenting my ideas and solutions. Patents and published articles are also part of...

...manageable incremental steps. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Science from Texas Christian University and an Elementary Education Teaching Certificate from the University of Pittsburgh.I have worked with children and middle school students in various settings for 26 years.From 1998-2005 I assisted the Special Education Teacher in a Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Learning Support Classroom that was part of the Pittsburgh Public School System. Spanning the years of 2005-2015 I ran my...

...which I received a degree in English with a concentration in professional writing and a minor in media literacy, in the spring of 2021. While at Kent State, I tutored at the Writing commons for three years, mentoring fellow tutors my junior year and working as a manager my senior year. I then served with City Year, a branch of AmeriCorps that serves school districts across 29 cities, tutoring seventh graders in math and English.

I have been tutoring and teaching a wide range of students, from high schoolers to university students, for 8 years now. I hold a Master's degree in Kinesiology, and am passionate about education, health and fitness. I have an "A for effort" approach to teaching and am known to be an enthusiastic teacher by most of my students. I also have really high teacher ratings from both colleges I have taught at, and made it...

...boost in their math subjects or practice for an upcoming standardized exam. My experience with teaching is vast as I was a teacher's assistant in college for students my age and a religious education teacher in high school for elementary and middle school children. I also was a ride operator in Kiddie Land at Kennywood Park, which gave me a lot of experience with interacting and being responsible for children. My hobbies include bike-riding, soccer,...

I am a firm believer that anyone can be successful in math! My favorite aspect of teaching math is helping students to understand the why/how behind the work that they are doing. Why does this concept in math exist? How is it useful? Why am I doing each of these steps? Why do they work?

...manner. As a life-long learner, I have a passion for teaching and rely on my educational background in neuroscience and psychology to help develop individualized learning and tutoring plans to help students accomplish their academic and personal goals. Whether it be elementary and middle school math or college level anatomy and physiology, I review and prepare for my students so that our time together is spent in the most efficient way possible.

While receiving my Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry with a minor in Mathematics at Seton Hill University, I embarked upon two NSF-REU research programs at Penn State and Duquesne University. Currently at Penn State, I am working on developing a catalyst for the use in solar cells in addition to studying the...

...pretty wide range of what I can teach because of all the different people that need help. I am also able to teach in different ways to make sure that the student understands and masters the materials given. I tutor in all types of math and am flexible with the type of math students need help with. On my free time I play the French Horn with my school band and hang out with family...

...in History with a focus on Middle East Studies and Religion. Since graduation, I have taught middle school history extensively in Pennsylvania for a private school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects including essay writing and reading comprehension. I am most passionate about U.S. History, Geography, and World Religions. I firmly believe that education is absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to instill this appreciation to all of...

...Medicine. I love teaching and absolutely love working with kids. I have previously taught dance to ages 2-14. While I can tutor a broad range of ages and subjects, I am most passionate about teaching elementary and middle school kids. I believe that when students start with a great foundation, they can succeed in any level of education! Subjects I tutor are American Sign Language, AP Psychology, art, elementary school math/reading/science/writing, English, IB dance, math,...

...natural instinct for acquiring and assimilating knowledge. I believe confidence in one's abilities is a fundamental tool for instilling interest and achieving success. My love of math and science, especially Calculus and Chemistry, has shown to be infectious and I love getting to share those subjects with students. My degree is a B.A. in Music from the University of Pittsburgh with a minor in electrical engineering. I have spent the past five years tutoring students...

...fears in school. It's important to learn how someone solves problems and what their interest is to find a relate-able method to begin tutoring with. I have a bachelors in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. I'm currently raising my young son and supplementing my time with tutoring. I like to cook since I spent time working as a chef. I read frequently, including literature and science fiction. I look forward getting to know you!

...Geisinger Commonwealth Medical College this fall. Having taken all of the science classes since high school, I know how daunting and hard science material might seem but if taken at a very fundamental level, it is much more logical and simpler than how many high school teachers or college professors make it seem. Thats how I approach tutoring my clients. I try to use practical examples on how the science principles come into play in...

...range of math subjects, English, Environmental Science, High school physics and chemistry. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math and science subjects for all age groups. I am enthusiastic about guiding students to figure out answers by themselves and feel excited about their progress. I am an easy-going and cheerful person, always cheering up and encouraging my students, trying to alleviate their stress, and making their studying time...