...Along with a teaching certificate, I hold an administration certificate with a superintendent endorsement. I have been tutoring students for over 20 years all over Illinois. I have taught middle and high school as well as been an administrator. (read more)
...I like to explain not just "what" to do but also the "why" so that students learn mathematical reasoning that will help them beyond their current work, and I often use different ways of explaining, from real world examples, theory, and neat shortcuts and tricks so that students can understand on ... (read more)
...This would depend on the subject matter. Tutoring style:
if the student is vaguely or slightly familiar with the subject matter, I find that when the student tells me how to do the problem, this proves more effective than me teaching any material. I just re-enforce concepts in case they explain it incorrectly. (read more)
...Math is about learning how to think in different ways, and developing an attitude of confidence in one's ability to do math. In order to do this, a good rapport with each student has to be developed. I approach the teaching of math from these beliefs. (read more)
...I currently tutor math at a local college. I have approx 20 years experience as an Actuarial Analyst. This is in addition to 10+ years as a master tutor in Mathematics. (read more)