I am an educator with over 25 years of experience teaching and tutoring a diverse community of adult learners. Clients range from young adult to senior citizens. Honored with a merit scholarship, I earned a degree in Mathematics and received the Augustus J. Calloway award for distinguished achievement in the Teacher Preparation program. I hold a Master’s degree in Education and a Certificate in Applied Statistics. I worked formerly as the Assistant Director for Math and Science Test...
I am an educator with over 25 years of experience teaching and tutoring a diverse community of adult learners. Clients range from young adult to senior citizens. Honored with a merit scholarship, I earned a degree in Mathematics and received the Augustus J. Calloway award for distinguished achievement in the Teacher Preparation program. I hold a Master’s degree in Education and a Certificate in Applied Statistics. I worked formerly as the Assistant Director for Math and Science Test Development for the California High School Exit Exam.
I tutor private clients in the areas of Basic Math, Pre-algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Basic Chemistry, Trigonometry, and Test Prep skills. Many of the individuals with whom I have worked are preparing for tests that are required for academic and professional purposes, such as the TEAS (for nursing school applicants), the GED and the ASVAB pre-military exam. I also assist individuals seeking math help for the IBEW-JATC Electrical and the UA Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship Pre-Tests.
I believe that it is important to the adult learner to know why they are learning math and how it will benefit them, so I use practical examples and life analogies to help make abstract mathematical concepts more concrete and easy to understand. Students often tell me that they appreciate that I explain concepts clearly and thoroughly, and that I take the time to explain the “why” behind the rules and formulas. I have many helpful tips and shortcuts for solving math problems to share with tutor clients.
Many students have had past experiences with math that were unpleasant, so I think that it is important to establish a safe and non-intimidating learning environment that is conducive for learning. My ultimate goal is to help students feel good about themselves and their competence.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to schedule a lesson. My schedule is very flexible and I respond promptly to messages.
