Top Pre-Calculus Tutors serving Long Island

Lee: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...in high school to adults transitioning into a new career. My Engineering curriculum at Northwestern was heavily centered around Math, Chemistry, Biology and Physics, so I can work with a student on more than one class at a time. I also have a lot of experience with test prep and love working with students who need help with standardized tests. I'm a laid back individual, but I like to push my students. I know that...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Austin: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...goal is to help students become independent, comfortable, and confident in the fields they are studying. I love helping people get to the "aha" moment when they really understand what's being taught. In my experience, one of the most important parts of tutoring is setting clear expectations at the beginning and working toward a common goal. Given the right goals and assistance, I truly believe that anyone can master any of the subjects I teach.
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Computer Science: Bioinformatics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Javier: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...eyes to this deep and wonderful truth. Math is something to be enjoyed. I believe that while knowing the formulas and procedures is important, memorizing mathematical formulas without appreciating the concepts is akin to memorizing the lines of a Shakespeare play without paying attention to the underlying prose. My strongest subjects are linear algebra and pre-calculus though I am proficient at tutoring all high school and college underclassmen mathematical subjects. I hope that my passion...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Lucas: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...to Calculus. I enjoy tutoring math the most; however, that may be due to the amount of time I've spent doing so. I would love the opportunity to tutor a student in less-frequently requested subjects like Philosophy! My teaching philosophy is a mix of formal training and personal methods. I earned Level II certification from the Collegiate Reading and Learning Association (CLRA) while tutoring for OSU, which taught me the methods needed to effectively relay information...
Education & Certification
Ohio State University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 31

Brandon: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require the service of a tutor.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Lexi: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...peer tutor through my school's guidance department (ages 15-17). I have always been an avid reader, which, I believe, has helped me develop an innate understanding of grammar. I love helping students with reading, English language and literature, and writing particularly around college applications, admissions essays, and SAT preparation. I have extensive experience tutoring foreign languages through my work as a Spanish & Arabic tutor at Princeton and through language exchanges completed while studying abroad...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Near Eastern Studies, Arabic
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720

Matt: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...academic career tutoring friends and family to help them succeed in school, and I have personally improved the grades of many of my peers through studying sessions with me by as much as 30%. I am a friendly and casual tutor, but my enthusiasm for helping others to learn is likely my most important quality as a tutor. I would appreciate any opportunity to help you or your child to improve their school performance.... The material...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Current Undergrad, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Alex: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...positive attitude by the student. When tackling tough math problems, many students begin to feel overwhelmed by the material. I make sure to teach the material at a level the student can understand before progressing to more difficult problems. I have found that this approach allows the student to build up their confidence in the material, which directly translates into a willingness to learn and work hard. In addition, I highly value communication during the...
Education & Certification
Drexel University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Drexel University - Current Grad Student, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Clara: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...four years, so I am very confident in my ability to make complicated topics understandable. My favorite area is standardized testing. I love the look on a student's face when they realize that they don't have to be nervous about an exam - that it can actually be really fun if the questions are viewed as the simple patterns they really are. In my free time, I love watching movies, reading, swimming, and exploring the...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Steven: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...students develop the study skills and habits that are imperative to success later in their academic careers. Through my four years of tutoring, I have developed the ability to mold my tutoring style around however the student learns best whether that be visually, through examples, etc. This allows me to provide an individualized tutoring session to each person I tutor. I believe no two students should be tutored the same was; every student has different...
Education & Certification
The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics & Economics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 36

Taylor: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...I am studying Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Management. I love understanding how everything works and that is one of my biggest motivators in school and learning in general. The subjects in which I am most proficient are Calculus, any type of Algebra and test-taking skills. I am also fluent in Spanish having spent two years in Spain where I talked with peoples of various Spanish-speaking countries emphasizing the Castillian accent. I would love...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 36

Matt: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...graduated in 2015 from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. While I was there I also received a math minor, which helps me understand math at a more basic level. In high school I worked as a tutor and enjoyed helping those students. I loved the subjects I studied in college and my hope is to share my knowledge of math and physics with those who need extra help. Above all, I want to...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering

Joy: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations, others...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Zhaleh: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...name is Zhaleh BassiriRad and I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering and Japanese at Carnegie Mellon University. I enjoy tutoring because I love sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Joscelyn: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...to see every one of them succeed! I generally ask students or parents to send me homework/class work problems they want to go over together, or topics they would like to cover so I can come prepared with examples. The students who usually benefit the most from working with me are those who care about doing well in class and want to learn. I like to engage with my students and make session not a...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 730

Bayley: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...the lead tutor of the science tutoring program and helped oversee the program. I fulfilled CRLA's International Tutor Training Program to become an Advanced Certified Tutor, Level II. I also worked at Seattle University's Math Lab for two years tutoring students in a range of math courses, including pre-calculus, calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations. In addition to my professional history tutoring college students, I also volunteered for a year as a science and math...
Education & Certification
Seattle University - Bachelors, Mathematics and Cell and Molecular Biology

Nate: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...made me a successful teacher in areas much broader then math and science. By breaking down a problem and identifying key points I believe I can lead any student to academic success. I discovered my love of teaching during my senior year of college. Now I hope that I can take what I am good at (math and science) and what I'm passionate about (teaching others) to empower students to achieve their goals.
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33

David: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...and more effectively, and doesn't feel like work. I endeavor to interest students in any topic (but especially math) by giving them a sense of a larger context. In particular, I love to bring college-level math concepts to students in a way anyone can understand, which often demonstrates WHY the math they're doing matters. It also shows that math can be just plain cool, which I don't think our curricula prioritize enough. Besides teaching, I...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Rahul: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...Honors Society). I tutored students primarily in Mathematics ranging from different subjects such as Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus I, Calculus II. I have also tutored in Economics and Physics, but I definitely most passionate about Mathematics. In my experience helping students prepare for the SAT, I primarily focus on teaching the Math and Writing sections as I have extensive knowledge on both the content and the format of the tests. I believe that it is...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750

Shin: Long Island Pre-Calculus tutor
Certified Pre-Calculus Tutor
...more sense now!" from the students whom I tutor makes my job very rewarding because working with them to find the approach that best caters to their needs feels awesome. As a tutor, I always ensure that my students have a good qualitative understanding of the subjects they are struggling in before helping them with quantitative problems. For example, rather than simply telling my calculus students the formula for integration by parts, I first show...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
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Pre-calculus introduces students to the study of change. It measures minuscule amounts of change that the naked eye can't see. In order to do this, those studying pre-calculus have to find derivatives and their properties and integrals of functions. This can be difficult for students who don't have a strong math background. If you've struggled with math in the past, or are simply having a hard time getting through your pre-calculus work, then working with a tutor may be a good solution. Varsity Tutors provides access to educational directors who can help you locate a Long Island, New York, pre-calculus tutor who can work through your coursework with you.
Students begin learning math early in their education because there is a lot of material to be covered in the time they're in school. They must also start learning math early because it is a subject that builds on itself. Pre-calculus would be an entirely foreign language to students if they hadn't taken geometry, trigonometry, or algebra first. These three subjects feed into a student's knowledge and make understanding pre-calculus possible. If a student doesn't have this background knowledge, however, it can be very difficult for them to keep up with their classmates. If you have gaps in your math knowledge, then pre-calculus could be very difficult for you without the help of a tutor. A pre-calculus tutor in Long Island can assess your current levels of understanding through tests and working with you and then create a curriculum based on the outcomes.
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