...I like to see what resources the students have on hand for the course (textbooks, handouts, notes) as we work. My philosophy is that we are working together with the teacher to supplement, not replace, what is going on in the classroom. I tend to write a lot of notes during a tutoring session, mostly work from problems, and I always let the student walk away with that in hand. (read more)
...Along with all the math teaching and tutoring I have also worked with students on test preparation for the following tests: SAT, ACT, GRE, SSAT, GMAT. I have presented workshops for elementary and middle school teachers on math instruction, particularly the use of mental arithmetic to build numb... (read more)
...I think of myself as a "Math Coach/Cheerleader/Math Therapist" when it comes to the support I like to give my students. I teach all levels of Mathematics and all levels of students(child/adult)with or without learning disabilities. I focus on self-confidence and self-esteem.I believe patience, encouragement, and positive feedback help motivate students. (read more)
...As a single mother of a child with ADHD, I have learned how to teach math students with attention difficulty. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from UC Davis where I was in the top 8 percent of my class and have worked in the engineering profession for over 20 years. I have tutored students in high school (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry) and in college. (read more)