...I have an FBI/BCI background check and fingerprinting, and references available upon request. I possess or have access to learning materials including books, skill builders, manipulatives and games. I will help your child build skills, fill in academic gaps, gain confidence, and turn him or her on to learning. (read more)
...As a teacher and private tutor of 6 years, I believe that the best way to ensure retention and success in learning is to make sure the student understands the "why" of a concept or problem, and not just "how" it is solved. I am a dynamic tutor, with experience and knowledge learning and teaching... (read more)
...Another thing that has contributed to my tutoring style is my son. He has Autism and didn’t talk until he was 4 years old. This led to finding creative ways to communicate with him but more importantly taught me art of patience. (read more)
...I had a great deal of success with my elementary students passing their state exams. I teach the language of math before practicing the calculations. I make sure my students know their multiplication tables before moving on to division, fractions, decimals and percents. (read more)