I hold a BS degree in mathematics and an expired provisional NJ teaching certificate. My career included several years as an actuary and have passed several exams. I have been working as a systems analyst for over 30 years. (read more)
I have been tutoring for 14 years, since I was a senior in high school. Most recently I was a high school math teacher, teaching Common Core Geometry and Common Core Algebra II/ Trigonometry. After school hours I would tutor any of my students, as well as any students who were not even my students because they enjoy learning with me. (read more)
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...I went to a highly selective university and graduated within 4 years with a high GPA. I minored in math and computer science. I have taught high school math for 8 years as a lead teacher. (read more)