...I am an accomplished jazz pianist who has played in bands. I can teach reading written music and classical piano technique, but I especially like to teach students who want to learn to improvise. Because of my expertise in improvising on the piano (the primary instrument for learning harmony), I can teach music theory concepts that can be applied to improvising on any instrument. (read more)
...Over the past 15 years, Barbara has guided more than 250 students through the college application process. Barbara’s counseling style blends hands-on assistance and direct feedback. She encourages students to be authentic and guides them through a structured application process with an emphasis on clarity and conciseness. (read more)
...When a student is stuck, I look for the underlying gap, which is often fractions, negative numbers, or order of operations, and fix it at the root. My goal is for students to leave each session understanding why the steps work, not just memorizing them. I have taught and tutored Algebra 2 throu... (read more)
...I recently returned to my education, working towards a Masters degree in Business Administration. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, and have catered to children with special needs in the past.I have obtained an associate's degree in Sociology. Sociology remains a lifelong interest of mine. (read more)
...During tutoring sessions, I focus on helping students develop strong problem-solving skills, recognize patterns, and build the confidence to work through problems independently. I am patient, thorough, and comfortable explaining the same idea in multiple ways until it makes sense. I can assist ... (read more)