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I specialize in Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, and SAT Math, as those are the subjects I have taught and most frequently tutor.I have been tutoring high school students in Algebra 1 for several years. As a current math teacher, I see the issues students face when sol... (read more)