* Masters Degree in Operations Research from Florida Institute of Technology (Optimizing business decisions using Mathematics)* 2 Bachelors Degrees Mathematics and Physics* 14+ years math teaching and tutoring experience both in classroom and online for subjects 6th - 12th Math* Owner of Josh-Jitsu ... (read more)
...I will travel up to 20 miles to accommodate a student but do charge an extra travel fee for anything over 10 miles. If more convenient for you, you can meet me at my home as long as you have a parent with you if you are under age. If any parent is dissatisfied with a tutoring session, there will be no charge or I will offer a makeup class. (read more)
...For this reason, I offered extra help every day before school. Even a short amount of time with a quality tutor can make a big difference, so I encourage all students not to be afraid to ask for help but to ask as many questions as possible! I also ask lots of questions of my students to gain insight into their thinking processes and ensure their progress. (read more)
...Instead most schools are concerned about state exams and the individual scores of each school district. Teachers are now faced with teaching for an exam rather than teaching for pure knowledge and academic stimulation. The fun in school has been replaced with financing metal detectors and an armed police presence. (read more)
...I've taken college math coursework up to Calculus 2 including algebra 1, geometry, algebra 2, and pre-calculus. I've spent significant time tutoring elementary math-algebra 2. I feel the best way to learn math is to write a set of ordered rules for how to complete each problem. (read more)