...Since I teach upper levels of Algebra, I know what topics in pre-algebra that students need to grasp/understand in order to be successful in the upper levels of Algebra. A lot of Algebra 2 concepts are built upon in Precalculus. So if I have helped a student in Algebra 2, I am able to help them in Precalculus, as well. (read more)
...My goal is to instill a working understanding of the subject ahead of the class. Then when the instructor goes over the same subject matter, it is a review and a stronger understanding by the student is obtained. Tutoring all levels from Elementary school thru college Calculus. (read more)
...Department of Energy. James moved to Pennsylvania with his wife in 2017, and is currently focused on teaching and tutoring. James has always enjoyed helping his peers learn. (read more)
...Often they could not get over a simple 'speed bump' that I could help them see how their notes or book had the key. I encourage students to keep good summary sheets prior to a test. These combine to study for a final. (read more)
...My goal as a tutor is to inspire confidence in students and enable them to independently resolve math problems, even the application word-problems that are emphasized by the latest state requirements. I incorporate procedural practice as well as problem-solving tasks that require deeper thinking... (read more)