Award-Winning Tutors serving Ballston, NY

I'm a secondary mathematics teacher with over a decade of experience in the classroom. I am well-versed in all levels of math from elementary school through Calculus 1 and look forward to helping students succeed.

...Guidance). I was paired up with underclassmen who were in the same major (Computer Science) or had similar career goals. This program aimed to be professional while creating a friendly relationship between the mentors and students. I provided answers and guidance to the students who shared my major or career goals. I also liked to help my fellow classmates whenever they had questions about their work or projects. I like to help out as much...

...is to spin it around and make these topics fun and interesting instead of useless and stressful. Would love to have the opportunity to tutor you or your student! Bachelor of Science in Math -Algebra 1 and 2 -Calculus 1,2, and 3 -Differential Equations -Linear Algebra -Abstract Algebra -Math Proofs -Real Analysis Bachelor of Science in Physics -General Physics 1 and 2 -Classical Mechanics 1 and 2 -Electricity and Magnetism 1 and 2 -Thermal Physics -Quantum...

...of experience. Teaching is so important to me that I have done this for more than 25 years. I have taught math in 3 different schools; Schenectady County Community College, Bryant and Stratton, and ITT technical institute. Besides math, I have taught chemistry, physics, and computer science. Now for my educational background - I have a BS from RPI and an MS from UConn in Chemical Engineering, a MS in Mechanical engineering from Union College, and...

I am a hard working, motivated individual who enjoys learning and helping others to do the same. I went to a large public high school and am currently attending college to get my bachelor's degree in biochemistry. Outside of school, I love spending time with family and friends and being outdoors. I enjoy hiking and biking. I also have a passion for cooking and baking and love to be in the kitchen making and trying...

...By tutoring people I was close in age with, I was able to better understand their struggles and confusions. I continued in university where I would help friends through subjects I recently completed and walk through concepts that the teacher struggled to make relatable. Even as an engineer in the professional world today, I am constantly teaching other whether it is explaining an idea I have or a way something should be done. I cherish...

...hockey team, Rensselaer. Of course family and friends are so important and I try as often as possible to visit my grown children, Anthony who lives in Canada and Juliana who is at the University of Alabama. You will find that I am patient and easy to work with. Also, I encourage students to provide me with copies of problems and exercises well before the online sessions so that I can prepare thoroughly and not make...

...use humor and creativity in my tutoring. I have 2 young kids of my own and especially passionate about working with children in preschool to elementary school who are interested in Chinese language and culture. I also have deep experience in the business world so can guide adults in learning Mandarin for business and travel. Additionally I love writing and literature and enjoy working with high-schoolers in perfecting their college admissions essays. I also have...

...were initially skeptical and had low morale, but through dedication and working together they soon became avid students. I have also tutored student athletes at my university. There were many athletes who were capable of doing the work, but were at a loss on where to start. They lived busy schedules and could not prioritize school work, allowing it to build to the point where they were completely overwhelmed. Together we worked on organizational skills,...

...the job of a teacher to help a student realize their potential, which is boundless. The best teachers are also mentors and role models. My goal is to inspire my students not only to learn about the world around them, but to engage in self-discovery. One high school teacher of mine is the sole reason I uncovered my passion for writing, and I cannot imagine my life any other way. Tutors, similarly, have the power...

As a current senior Mathematics Education major at Siena College, I am very familiar with the curriculum and concepts required to be successful in NYS Middle and High School Mathematics. I am a firm believer that all students can and will learn through the merits of their teacher. I'm looking forward to working with you!

Anyone can learn anything with just a little work and guidance. I hope to be able to work together to achieve those goals.

...We ask each other questions about the material, and I help guide the discussion so that it will help the student understand how the topic is mastered. I ask you to work hard--I seldom take it too easy on my students. You'll grumble and complain sometimes, but you'll soon find that what I ask you to do will make your schoolwork or test questions seem much easier. Remember, everyone is more capable than they think....

...a great job building relationships with my students that help them succeed. I enjoyed planning lessons that appeal to the interests of my students and also meet their learning needs because I feel this is when my students are most successful. When I am not working with students, I enjoy reading, spending time outdoors and trying new recipes. I spend a lot of time with my two dogs, Bronx and Brady, who are really like...

I have a Masters degree in mathematics from the College of charleston, as well as a BA in Mathematics from SUNY Potsdam. I am currently an Adjunct Professor at numerous schools in the area. I am proficient in most areas of Mathematics at an undergraduate level as well as much more advanced topics.

I am a friendly, articulate, professional, college educated (graduate level) tutor versed in a variety of disciplines. I am very patient and dedicated to finding innovative and creative ways to educate those I am teaching. Students from ages 7-99 welcome! I am also eager to work with Senior Citizens for I find they make the best students. I have experience and training in teaching individuals with both Learning Disabilities and Developmental Disabilities.

...the clear communication of science, a skill I'm always trying to work on. I've left lab, for the time being, to focus on my other passion, rowing. I train full time with the US National Team and love being an elite athlete. I began rowing in college after I grew up swimming and playing other sports. I still love finding science in the real world and explaining it to my teammates or anyone else who...

...out my friends with physics and math. I really enjoyed it, partly because I wanted to help them succeed , and partly because by tutoring, I developed a better understanding of the topics I was teaching. In College, I am still involved in peer tutoring among my friends and classmates. Outside of classes, I spend a lot of time singing in an a cappella group, working in a chemical engineering lab, and playing soccer.

...success of our Republic is dependent upon a well-educated and involved citizenry. Which is why, I want to help students understand and enjoy their social science education. I find that in the classroom, students are often crammed into classrooms, and told that they must learn about American history and governance to graduate. In this, they loose the connections to their everyday lives. I want to bridge those connections, and make history, politics and the social...

...then again when taking my GCSEs, was instrumental to these achievements because it allowed me to gain admission to this school. I feel that it is right to use my reflections, on the effectiveness of the different teaching and feedback styles I have experienced, to give back to this field that has given me so much. I have started on this quest by tutoring (30 hours) a GCSE student to a 7/7 Chemistry grade and...