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

...from Allegheny College with a BA in English and a minor in Economics. I have always enjoyed learning and have a passion for sharing my knowledge with others. As an tutor, my favorite subjects to teach are Algebra and English. I consider those skills to be the building blocks of a solid academic foundation for High School and beyond. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading whenever possible, especially fantasy and science fiction novels. I also...

...in my junior year of a computer science degree. Outside of classes, I work as a college tour guide, IT technician, and camp counselor. I love working with young people to plan for and achieve success, especially as it pertains to test and college prep. I have been working with young people from an early age, at summer camps, church groups, and as a part of my college's admissions department. I am ready to adapt...

...Geometry. I have a friendly, laid-back style and I always aim to help the student feel comfortable with both me and the material. I firmly believe that many people's dislike for math is due to their being taught in a manner poorly suited for them, and it is my goal to share math with people in a way that they can best appreciate and understand it. In my free time I enjoy going to the...

I am a physics Ph.D. candidate at Carnegie Mellon University with a physics Bachelor of Science from Siena College in Albany, NY. I have spent many years tutoring all ages and I have 3 semesters of Teaching Assistance experience. I am excited to work with you!

...degree in information technology with a concentration in data analytics at Southern New Hampshire University, and I'll be graduating next year. This field excites me because it's all about using data to make smart decisions and solve problems, which is something I'm really passionate about. When it comes to tutoring, I believe in being patient and adaptable. Everyone learns differently, so I make sure to tailor my approach to fit each student's needs. My goal...

...and tutor since high school. Not everyone is apt and ready to take on high school and college courses, and I fully believe everyone should have a mentor who cares about personal growth. I found my mentors along the way, and they helped me tremendously. I want you to succeed but also want you to know it is okay to not do great the first time, I know I didn't. I hope to help you...

...often possesses a guise of anti-fun, but I can promise you that all topics can be engaging, and I am willing to show you how engaging mathematics and technology can be. As a Game Designer, I have a deep interest in both playing games and making games. This includes games of all kinds: video games, board games, tabletop role-playing games, trading card games, miniatures, and even some sports like tennis or ping pong. Games act...

...to work on are biology, preparing for standardized tests, academic essay writing, and college application essay writing. I was raised in the Montessori method of learning, which highlights independence, creativity, collaboration, and working with others to collectively develop our strengths. The method consisted of classrooms with a range of student ages, to encourage older students to teach the younger students. So, I've always been comfortable with helping others learn, and finding individualized ways to work...

...Minor in English from Texas Tech University. At TTU, I enjoyed tutoring, as I worked both freelance and as a Master Tutor at the TTU Techniques Center. I graduated with a 3.94 GPA, and earned an A in every college math course that I attended. I enjoy playing the piano, playing basketball, and riding my bike. During the past couple summers, I instructed a bike-themed camp, and my campers and I rode over 100 miles!...

...of Pittsburgh as a member of the Guaranteed Admit BS/MD 8 Year Program. I really enjoy playing tennis and basketball with my friends as well as watching sports of all kind. I have a guilty pleasure of watching reality television shows such as The Bachelor. As a tutor, I have many years of experience as I tutored and mentored throughout my high school years and into college. I specialize more in math and science, specifically...

...physics as well as children of the local community through the YMCA. When tutoring math and science, I find it is important to give students applicable real-world examples in order to promote interest in the subject. I am a firm disbeliever in the phrase, "when am I going to use this in 'real-life'" because furthering education in any subject improves the quality of life. I also learned the importance of gaining knowledge in unorthodox ways...

Teaching is my passion! I have spent the last 6 years gaining both classroom and tutoring experience. I have worked with a wide variety of students in grades 6-12 and enjoy new adventures! My diverse background has given me the opportunity to learn the importance of differentiated instruction. I will do my best to help students of all ability levels achieve success!... Complete a basic subject matter assessment to discover areas of weakness. We could also...

...physics. I believe that math is understood best through applicable examples. Currently, I am a computer science master’s student at the University of Pittsburgh. I recently graduated from John’s Hopkins University with a master’s in secondary education, and prior to this, I earned my bachelor of science in industrial engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. Beyond learning and tutoring, I enjoy being outdoors and doing activities, such as camping, biking, hiking, and kayaking. Also, I...

...subjects that I am qualified to tutor in! I took all honors, AP and IB classes throughout my high school career and have received my IB Diploma. Therefore, I would be interested in helping out any student who is struggling or needs further assistance particularly in those types of classes. However, I am willing to work with any motivated student who is willing to learn and I will try my best to do what I...

My belief is that all students of all levels and types are capable of learning. It is just a matter of putting in the effort and taking the correct approach. In some cases it is a matter of putting together a series of small victories and gains before reaching the ultimate goal, but all students can get there!

I have been tutoring students (middle school, high school and college students) in mathematics since I was a junior in college (2006). I have also taught middle school and high school students in Pre-Algebra, Pre-calculus and Consumer Math. My tutoring experience tutoring combined with my training and experience teaching make me a great tutor.... I believe that every student is capable of learning and deserves the best possible opportunity to succeed in their education. When students...

...always trying to learn new things, and I try to show my students that learning (under the write circumstances) can be fun. I make sure I'm not just giving them answers, but giving them the skills and knowledge they need to figure problems out on their own. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I know that it is the least favorite subject for so many students. In my free time, I write for...

...English as a Second Language. In addition to French, I was a fifth grade teacher for three years, where I taught subjects such as math, history, geography, literature, language arts, spelling, and writing. I have worked with students on problem-solving and test-prep specifically in math and language arts. I love working one-on-one with students and discovering the individual differences that exist within each learner. I pride myself in treating my students with patience, professionalism, and...

...I have a good idea of what each grade requires. One more thing, I like word pictures. For instance, in video games, until you master a level, there's work and more work. But, beating a level, gives you a sense of pride. The harder the game, the "prouder" you feel. School's a little like that. It has levels and it takes work. Once you learn the tricks, learning is easy. Then, just like in a...

...behaviors and personalities. As of last semester, I am volunteering with Keep It Real at the University of Pittsburgh. This organization places college students in refugee/in-need communities to tutor students K-12. I am currently tutoring in the Northview Heights Somali-Bantu refugee community with elementary aged children. I have online tutoring experience winter of 2020-2021 through School Simplified, an all online platform to provide tutoring to middle and high school students worldwide. My tutoring foci are...