...Although I am new to Wyzant, I know the value of individual attention, and I want to help you succeed. My passion is mathematics and physics and spreading the knowledge to others is something I enjoy dearly. Many of my students have not only raised the grade in the courses they were tutored in, but gone on to become experts themselves. (read more)
...Seeing a student gain confidence in understanding or expression through use of strategies we have discussed is rewarding for both the student and myself! In addition to teaching and work as a specialist, I have done private tutoring to address the literacy based common core state standards. My masters degree was specialized in methods of language and instruction. (read more)
...I'm always coming up with new ideas to teach different concepts to kids to increase their motivation and confidence. Specifically, I work with students with students that are gifted, on the autism spectrum or have ADHD. Here are a few testimonials: "Mary has a huge heart for helping others. (read more)
...Learn it - don't memorize it. I have taught Trigonometry for over 25 years. Many of the problems that students come up against in Trig can be solved by interpreting the information visually in a diagram. 30 years of experience in SAT Math preparation. (read more)
...I have been teaching Algebra 2, Trigonometry, and Precalculus for 20+ years. My students tell me I am the first person to ever help them truly understand math and how much they appreciate how "easy" I make math for them. I absolutely love working with trig identities. (read more)