Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving University of Wisconsin-Madison, WI

...as well. Education has always been important to me, and tutoring allows me to share that passion with others. I first got into tutoring through a volunteer program in high school, and I continued to tutor during my undergraduate studies, which was some of the most rewarding work I've ever done. My engineering background has...

...my ACT. In my free time I play basketball, listen to music, write programs, and watch movies with my friends. I specialize in math and science of all kinds, I really love teaching biology, chemistry, and physics. I also can prepare students for the ACT. As a sophomore I have already taken physics, calculus, biology,...

...of the world, but I miss interacting with young students. I love teaching because I love learning, and I want to help other people find that same love of learning that I had growing up, because that guides me through life. I especially enjoy teaching writing and math. I'm sure this is heavily influenced by...

...I am currently working on my doctorate in Environment and Resources at Wisconsin-Madison, studying tiger ecology and conservation with sub-field foci on predator ecology, and modeling population dynamics. My tutoring strategy is to tackle topics of highest combined difficulty and priority first, and to do so in a manner that accommodates both myself and my student....

I connect with people best through sharing ideas. The majority of my spare time is spent trying to simplify or find alternate proofs of basic theorems to make them more intuitive.... Focusing on beauty solves many problems a teacher faces. If I am attending a lecture about The Great Gatsby, I will be eager if the speaker tells of the beauty she sees, rather than a quick and dirty type of analysis. I regularly talk to...

...helped many students through their science courses. I was recently a Microbiology Professor in Portland and really enjoyed the student-teacher interaction. I am looking to continue this through tutoring students in the Phoenix area. Some of my favorite subjects to teach are science, math and writing I am easily able to pull items from my...

...thinking, which helps in building strong relationships. This also makes the tutoring less about trying to memorize concepts to pass a test, but to properly engage with the content, so that it can further be shared with others. I enjoy playing basketball and football and watching both, I like to read and write, and listening...

I have a lot of experience teaching & tutoring and have completed a wide variety of standardized test with excellent scores.... Start by trying to achieve a broad understanding and refining it as needed.... Introduce myself, meet the student, and identify areas of strength and weakness.... Short breaks, fun problems.... Ask leading questions until the student understands, and then try to build a deeper understanding.

...with some patience. I absolutely live by the phrase slow and steady wins the race. I will make sure every student I work with will understand every subject down to the tee, no matter how long it takes. I love to get to know my students and look forward to meeting everyone I work with!

...in Theater modified with Leadership. Valedictorian of my high school in New Mexico, I attended Dartmouth with the aspiration of becoming a mathematician before finding my passion in the theater. I'm now living in New York City pursuing a career in casting and producing theater. Although I have found my passion in the arts, I...

...goals in science and math courses. I enjoy being a resource to help students struggling in math and science, as these subjects can be difficult to understand. I employ a variety of strategies including mnemonic devices, physical manipulatives, and drawings/diagrams to accommodate different learning styles. Typically, I have the students attempt to solve a problem...

...own personal experience and style to help any type of student excel in a variety of courses. I believe traditional learning environments can oftentimes overcomplicate topics, and my primary goal is to look at things from a different angle/perspective to truly understand the given material. I'm looking forward to getting through this together!

...about high school and college level English and STEM skills. I believe that anyone can improve their writing through clear, logical thinking and that STEM classes, though intimidating, can be tackled by breaking down topics into smaller portions and building up from there. Outside of school, I write short stories, sketch, and hike.

...teaching and tutoring experience, having worked with children as young as eight exploring circuits for the first time, middle schoolers needing help with written and verbal skills, university students struggling with organic chemistry, and adults brushing up on algebra and biology as they go back to school. I strive to make a positive impact on...

...am currently completing a Master's degree in Education, also from the University of Notre Dame, while working full time as a high school science teacher. I teach Chemistry, Physical Science, Algebra I and ACT Prep to students with a broad range of strengths and abilities. Alongside my classroom work, I coach dance team and track,...

...I had a wonderful teacher and tutor who helped me grow into my full potential, and it turned out I was actually great at math and reading, it was my lack of confidence that held me back. As a tutor, my goal is to help my students grow more confident in their skills and knowledge....

...asking questions, which is not an easy task in a large classroom. Teaching for me has always been more rewarding when doing so in a one-on-one setting. In this scenario, I can easily tailor the lessons to the needs and pace of the student. Teaching with Varsity will allow me to teach the way I...

...Calculus at UW Madison while working on my Electrical Engineering Degree and continued tutoring Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus ever since. I've also done summer enrichment programs giving kids the opportunity to build their own circuits. My favorite subject is pre-calculus because it brings things together from geometry, algebra and trigonometry. My tutoring style...

...have been on all sides of the actuarial exam process - I passed the exams myself, I have written questions for exams, helped the SOA make curriculum decisions, and graded exams. I'd love to help you pass your next actuarial exam! My work as a healthcare consulting actuary has also led me to attain the...

...Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, AB/BC Calculus, and Calculus 1. Math has always been my favorite subject in school and I have been tutoring people in math since I was in high school. Even though I have a passion for math, I have struggled with it from time to time and I understand how frustrating it can...