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Betsy B. for tutoring lessons in Andover MA Over 200 tutoring hours WyzAnt Tutoring Tutor Tutor United States

Betsy B.

Math Tutor - Algebra, Math SAT Prep, Pre-Algebra, Elementary Math

Andover, MA (01810)

Travel Radius 5 miles
Hourly Fee $60.00
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  146 ratings

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I can help your child have more confidence in math.

Anxiety and discouragement often get in the way of students reaching their full potential. I have experience coaching students, focusing on positive reinforcement. Confidence improves with success at any level.

Students are more likely to understand and retain information when the lessons accommodate an individual's learning style. This is often difficult to accomplish in a big classroom.

I teach outside the box using real world scenarios to make math tangible. I use manipulatives and games to help teach math concepts. My goal is to eliminate fear and anxiety around math, while building on students' strengths. The look on a child's face when they actually "get it" is priceless.

For middle and high school students, I also help with organizational and study skills. Preparing study guides with formulas and important information is a critical skill that can help any student master a topic.

I have experience as a substitute teacher and a math specialist tutor in Andover, Massachusetts, and do private tutoring in Andover and its surrounding towns. I teach all levels, including moderate special needs.

I am working towards my Massachusetts teaching certificate in elementary and secondary mathematics, which I will complete in 2013.

References are available upon request.

"A mediocre teacher tells. A good teacher explains. A superior teacher demonstrates. A great teacher inspires."

Betsy's Subjects

Math:
Test Preparation:
Computer:
  • general computer,
  • Microsoft Excel,
  • Microsoft Word
Elementary Education:
  • elementary math
Business:
  • Microsoft Excel,
  • Microsoft Word
Corporate Training:
  • general computer,
  • Microsoft Excel,
  • Microsoft Word
Homeschool:

Algebra 1

Algebra is often the turning point where students who once did well in math begin to have trouble. It is a cumulative subject where all the rules of arithmetic come together and need to be applied. I do a good job of simplifying the basic rules of Pre-algebra so that even the more complex problems can be broken down to the basics. Algebra is like a puzzle where you first have to look at the big picture, break down the pieces into "edges and middle pieces" and then the pieces can be systematically... Read More

Algebra 2

I have extensive experience teaching Algebra II privately, and have excellent references and a good record for helping students that are struggling to improve their grades.
There are many ways to look at a problem in Algebra. Depending on the student's learning style, I teach different techniques to help solve problems, including tricks with factoring, divisibility and always include refreshers from Pre-Algebra and Algebra I. Math is cumulative and every skill must be understood along the...

Geometry

Geometry is quite different from Algebra and often times, students that excel in Algebra may have trouble with Geometry. Geometry is visual which can be helpful with the right examples. Proofs are more logical and can be mastered with the right end result in mind. The basics rules are often skimmed through but are essential to the process. I provide general study guides with formulas and theorems to help every student succeed.

SAT Math

SAT Math preparation involves reviewing Algebra, Geometry, and Pre-Algebra topics learned mostly in Middle School. In addition, the questions require applying these topics in real world scenarios.
I offer tutoring based on each student's level of need to review or learn the skills, then work on applying them in practice test problems. Learning how questions are scored, and paying close attention to the often tricky wording within the questions, can make a difference in test outcome. I also... Read More

Linear Algebra

My math background includes honors and AP courses through semesters of college Calculus. I also have an Engineering background using Linear Algebra.
I have been tutoring all levels of Algebra for several years, including Linear Algebra as part of Algebra I and SAT Math Prep.
I have excellent references from all past Algebra students.

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Betsy's Hourly Rate

Hourly Fee: $60.00

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