...After that, I worked for 35 years doing economic research and software development -- fields in which logic and math are used every day. Calculus can be a difficult subject, because it requires a degree of abstraction that most students have not seen before. It introduces concepts involving continuous change rather than equations and shapes that remain static. (read more)
Why Choose Me for Math Tutoring?
1. Personalized Preparation:
- Before each lesson, I request that you send me the questions and concepts you'd like to cover. I invest an additional 30 minutes preparing for your session, ensuring a highly tailored learning experience (very few tutors offer that).
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...Whether it's reading faster, gaining comprehension, capturing information in more useful forms, writing, or applying what is learned, it's all English to me! One of my pleasures in life is helping people improve their English reading, speaking, and writing. I like to adjust how I do this to help with the applications that most interest each student. (read more)
...When tutoring, as in teaching, I work to make sure each student understands the underlying concepts so that they can develop a genuine understanding of the material. I also focus on making sure they are confident solving problems independently, not just with my assistance, and help them build th... (read more)
...I am certified; my degree is in math. I have tutored students at all levels up through accelerated and all abilities, from struggling to gifted, as well as those with special needs. I have tutored students in Algebra 2 and all high school math subjects up through AP Calculus for over 15 years, both privately and for the Lexington Public school system as a Home/Hospital tutor. (read more)