Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Cleveland, OH

...background includes an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, a B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology, and a B.S. in Mathematics-Economics (both from UCLA). In addition, I have scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT, ACT, and GMAT exams and scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT. I really enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds and believe all students are capable of...

...that is hard for them. Success in school is more than just about getting a grade. True success can build students' confidence, increase their desire to learn, and give them more optimism in their future endeavors. My Bachelor of Science degree is in Physics Teaching, with a minor in Chemistry, and my Master of Science degree is in Technology and Engineering Education. My programs well prepared me in the sciences and mathematics with many classes,...

...but my foremost strength is the three sections of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy to its length and complexity so can lend advice on anything, namely essays. I have plenty...

...through my four years which definitely helped me mature in that time. There is something so unexplainably gratifying in seeing one's frustration in not understanding a concept turn into excitement once he/she has grasped it. In order for a child to succeed, it is key that they are helped through this frustration stage so that they can regain the confidence to tackle any problem put before them. I found it very important to not only...

...performing. I really enjoy helping students identify the challenges they have in their business classes and then conquer those challenges. I look forward to working with college and high school students on business classes and helping them succeed! My background: I'm currently an investment banker focused on mergers and acquisitions, spent the last several years as an operational consultant focused on China, and have helped small businesses through public accounting and my own personal consulting....

...graduate with my bachelor's in early childhood education and currently hold my teaching license. I have taught from pre-school all the way through subbing into middle school and some tutoring into high school. I also have a background in theatre which I love to use in my teachings quite frequently. I play softball and take pictures for fun. I love to make learning fun and as seamless as possible for all involved! Contact me for...

...college, I was privileged to volunteer at the Columbus Literacy Council, helping adults learn how to read and write English. While working as an undergraduate research assistant, I trained new assistants in the maintenance and function of laboratory equipment. After graduation, I volunteered at the Homework Help Center at the Whetstone Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library. In 2015, I worked at the HHC as their Homework Help Associate, requiring me to work with students...

...where I was able to work with these students more on an individual basis. I have also taught many undergraduate laboratory classes in physics and biology. These courses provide a great opportunity to work one-on-one with students who need some extra help and to make sure that everyone is comfortable with the topic being examined. I believe that students gain a better understanding and appreciation for the material when they are led to the answer...

...a master's degree in Educational Studies with a minor in History from the University of Michigan and a master's degree in English from Cleveland State University. Along with my educational degrees, I am certified to teach 7-12 English and History. I have enjoyed a varied career in education working as an adjunct professor, substitute teacher, and tutor. I have worked with a diverse group of students from k-12 and adult learners as well as students...

...on their feet. I am a Senior Process Engineer with a degree in Chemical Engineering and have taken various courses in the fields of science and mathematics. This is a platform that I have found to give back what I have learned over my years in academics. I am the type of an individual who enjoys spending time with students and can make learning fun. In my time off, I enjoy traveling, working out, and...

...mentoring go hand in hand. The goal is to make the subject material fun and, if possible, make it a game. This will build self- esteem and boost self-confidence. One must find and teach to the student???s learning style and find different way to differentiate the subject (s) being taught. Always wrap up on a positive note and make sure you challenged the student for the next level. I was diagnosed with a learning disability...

...steered me towards a career in the field of medicine. In my free time, you can most often find me hanging out with friends, playing basketball, working out, or eating pizza. One of my favorite methods of helping others is teaching. As an older brother, I have been teaching in some forms throughout most of my life. In high school, most of my teaching experience came from annual basketball camps that the varsity team would...

...and provide advice and explanations rather than presenting the solutions and process immediately. This gives students the chance to learn the material both correctly and efficiently as they are actually working through the material. I also do my best to make my explanations of concepts accessible and explain them in simple ways that allow students to understand the concept in order to be able to extrapolate those ideas to other material. For my hobbies I...

...tutor is to guide students through the problems and provide explanations rather than giving the solutions and process immediately. I want my students to understand the process rather than just getting the right answer, I show tips and tricks for math, only after they understand why that concept works. I enjoy and specialize in teaching math. Currently working with three grades in a daily basis, I understand the progression of math in elementary school. My...

...It is important to me as a teacher to value my student's input. There must be an opportunity for them to ask questions that support their learning. Not only does this allow my students to demonstrate metacognition, but they can continuously reflect on how they can improve. This is crucial when a student is studying a topic they have little interest in and have met with little success. I understand that my role as their...

...students at every learning level, from intervention to honors courses. While I as most passionate about writing and grammar, I also love to help students in the area of math because, as a middle school student myself, I often felt that math was just “confusing” and “too hard.” I never imagined that I would be a math teacher myself, but my own experience has helped me identify with my struggling students and help them to...

...tutoring one on one with High school math, social studies, and English, as well as small group tutoring with elementary students working on reading and writing. I have also worked with elementary students on phonics and reading comprehension in private tutoring. I am confident tutoring Phonics, Writing, English, Grammar and Mechanics Arithmetic, Pre-Algebra, Math, Reading, Social Studies, American History, and Special Education I believe that all students have the right and ability to learn. It...

...studied Piano Performance, Music Theory, and Italian at the Conservatory of Naples. I have taught and tutored students of many ages and backgrounds. I am an adjunct faculty member at a few local career colleges where I teach English Composition, Public Speaking, Business Writing, and Computer Applications. I also teach Piano and Music Theory privately. I have also worked with students in vocational rehabilitation where I concentrated on employment training. I am passionate about teaching...

...teaching and have taughtet everything from Kindergarten to Eighth Grade. My favorite part of working with students is seeing that "Ah-Ha!" moment. I love learning about my students as a whole so that I can make instruction as relevant as possible to them. In my free time I enjoy staying active by rowing, a sport I came to love in my early years of college. I have also served as an Academic Mentor to the...

...the subjects. I believe that a solid understanding of the basic of mathematics improves the quality of life one can experience, and having a solid understanding of the basic concepts makes higher level courses much easier. I have taught calculus courses as a STEM Peer Teacher at Cleveland State University and most problems students seem to have stems from a lack of understanding in the prerequisite material, even so far as having trouble with basic...