2,307 Los Angeles County Algebra I Tutors

...I have often been told that I'm good at thinking on my feet, and I use that skill to find a different approach to a certain topic, if the way that I am explaining something does not work for you. One thing I always practice in my classroom is starting from a level where the students can understand, and moving forward from there. I believe that building... read more

...This subject helps build a foundation in algebra and trigonometry to prepare you for calculus, which uses these concepts and expects a certain level of competence in them. Students need a strong understanding of algebra to succeed when they study calculus. I have helped many students with trigonometry, explaining how to apply sines and cosines and... read more

...Many students who "get math" have trouble with the newer concepts learned in Geometry, reasoning, proofs, formulas, etc. I help my students understand the "why" behind these concepts. Prealgebra is usually the beginning of where parents stop being able to help their students with "math" -- even if you did well in school, you have probably forgotten... read more

...I would say my most useful trait as a tutor is that I am very patient. I also always try and relate problems to real life, so students can better understand in addition to seeing why what they are learning is important. In addition I am an expert for the SAT Math section. Besides working on my own with students from WyzAnt, I am an instructor at... read more

I am a graduate with a Master's of Chemical Engineering degree from the University of Louisville in Kentucky. During my years there, I graded math tests in the engineering school ranging from pre-calculus to Calculus 1-3 as well as the higher courses of Differential Equations and Numerical Methods. I also provided tutoring in those classes. I was... read more