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Kirk T.

Math Tutor of the Year

Math Tutor of the Year

$75/hour

5.0 (1,035 ratings)

About Kirk

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My name is Kirk and I specialize in performing minor miracles. I have even performed a major miracle or two.

I am so confident in my ability to get you results, that I offer a money-back guarantee on ANY tutoring appointment. If you are not totally happy with your tutoring session, then you pay nothing.

I tutor as a full-time job, unlike the vast majority of other tutors, and if I don't get results, I don't eat. This means that I am very focused on getting students results.

I'm relatively...

My name is Kirk and I specialize in performing minor miracles. I have even performed a major miracle or two.

I am so confident in my ability to get you results, that I offer a money-back guarantee on ANY tutoring appointment. If you are not totally happy with your tutoring session, then you pay nothing.

I tutor as a full-time job, unlike the vast majority of other tutors, and if I don't get results, I don't eat. This means that I am very focused on getting students results.

I'm relatively expensive but people hire me semester after semester because I get results, save them time and reduce their stress levels.

Listed below are my qualifications, actual results and feedback from many happy students and parents.

I'm looking forward to helping you out!

QUALIFICATIONS:

Math Tutor of the Year at a large San Diego area college.

12 years experience tutoring.

Tutored over 1000 students from 20+ countries.

Easy-to-follow, step-by-step notes done in four different colors of ink.

Math classes taken: 34, 38, 46, 96, 104, 116, 119, 121, 122, 141, 150, 151, 245, 252, 254, 255.

Created a series of 60+ handouts to help solve common math problems.

Bachelor’s degree in economics.

ACTUAL RESULTS:

Maria: Needed to pass statistics to graduate. Got strep throat, had cell phone stolen and ransomed, stopped going to class. Passed class and graduated.

Monika: 8-week intermediate-algebra class. First two test results were 25% and 32%. First test score after tutoring was 72%. Received a B.

Frank: Failed applied calculus twice. Seven hours of tutoring over a weekend and passed a make-up final (90%) and the class.

Christina: First two test scores in beginning algebra were 38% and 48%. She passed class and received highest test score in her entire life.

Jessica: Had to take four-month online statistics course in two weeks in order to start graduate school. Completed class in 12 days and received an A.

Izchel: Ready to drop 8-week online algebra class, finished with an A.

STUDENT FEEDBACK:

Colleen: "I met with the tutor [Kirk] today. He is amazing. I highly recommend him to any student struggling with statistics. This information not only makes sense now, but I am also jazzed about learning it. He started by disproving that I have a learning disability, built up my confidence, and then taught the information with absolute clarity."

Bertha: "You're expensive, but worth it." (Parent).

Lauren: "Thanks again for everything. You are a fantastic tutor!"

Megan: "Hey Kirk! I just wanted to say thank you for your help with math the beginning of this last semester. With your help I was able to gain back my math confidence! I ended up with a 97% in my math 116 class, pretty awesome considering I got an F last time."

Jillian: "If I hadn't had you, I definitely would not have passed! I wish that you could have tutored me from the start! I feel like that we’ll be spending lots of time together though when I'm taking stats!"

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Education

Western Washington University
Economics

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $65
  • Rate details: All appointments start at scheduled time. Please show up on time. $50 charge for missed appointments. Please show up for your appointment! Group Tutoring: Add $20 an hour per additional person.
  • Travel policy: Within 25 miles of San Diego, CA 92111
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 8/5/2016

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Subjects

Corporate Training

Statistics

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU). At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques. I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra. The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated. My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.
Calculus,

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I. I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots. Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.
Precalculus,

Precalculus

I take a sophisticated approach to teaching the material in this class. I show students the connection between precalculus and calculus. I like to bring students up to speed on many calculus concepts while they are in precalculus. For instance, I teach students about limits and the difference quotient which are both covered in the first few weeks of calculus. In addition, I will introduce them to the first derivative so that they are not overwhelmed in calculus I.
Statistics

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU). At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques. I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

Math

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra. The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated. My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.
Calculus,

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I. I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots. Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.
Precalculus,

Precalculus

I take a sophisticated approach to teaching the material in this class. I show students the connection between precalculus and calculus. I like to bring students up to speed on many calculus concepts while they are in precalculus. For instance, I teach students about limits and the difference quotient which are both covered in the first few weeks of calculus. In addition, I will introduce them to the first derivative so that they are not overwhelmed in calculus I.
Statistics,

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU). At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques. I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

If you did well in geometry, then you will do well in trigonometry. However, if you did not, then trig will literally have you going in circles. Speaking of circles, one of the first things I do is to teach my students how to draw the unit circle. Being able to easily draw the unit cicle is a big stress reducer! I also have unique ways of remembering the dozens of formulas that trig uses. Lastly, I have a special graphing technique that will make graphing trig functions super easy.

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra. The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated. My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.
Calculus,

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I. I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots. Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.
Precalculus,

Precalculus

I take a sophisticated approach to teaching the material in this class. I show students the connection between precalculus and calculus. I like to bring students up to speed on many calculus concepts while they are in precalculus. For instance, I teach students about limits and the difference quotient which are both covered in the first few weeks of calculus. In addition, I will introduce them to the first derivative so that they are not overwhelmed in calculus I.
Statistics

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU). At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques. I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra. The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated. My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.
Calculus,

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I. I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots. Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.
Statistics

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU). At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques. I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

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A true miracle

Kirk has saved my grade and chance of transferring to a college. I messaged Kirk during thanksgiving break because I really needed help. He worked through my entire study guide before meeting him!! He was patient, kind and knowledgeable. Not only has he restored my faith in learning math, I got an A in the class! I was failing the class, this is a true miracle. I feel very lucky and grateful for everything Kirk has taught me.

Dania, 9 lessons with Kirk

Very helpful

Kirk really helped me get a grasp on the college algebra I wasn’t understanding. He walked through my whole test with me and explained everything step by step. I am much more confident in my factoring skills only after my first lesson! I plan on meeting with Kirk many more times.

Layla, 11 lessons with Kirk

Knowledgeable and friendly

Kirk is a well prepared as well as extremely knowledgeable. Very nice and patient guy as well. Would recommend him to everyone! His print outs are really helpful and Kirk’s explanation will breakdown complex concepts, making them extremely easy to understand.

Lewis, 10 lessons with Kirk

Explains hard concepts with ease!

I recommend Kirk to anyone with math issues. He had a very easy time teaching me and I love how he simplified things and broke them down for me! If you need a tutor in math, Kirk is the guy!

Giovanni, 9 lessons with Kirk

Great tutor

I learned business calculus with the help of my tutor, Kirk, and he was so kind, patient and very thorough. He went over every problem with me in depth over and over until I could understand it clearly. I would recommend him to anyone and would use him again easily with future math because he’s very knowledgeable about all math. He has sheets that explain the problems in depth and ways to do them that he hands out to his students. He was able to meet with me any time of day or day night, one on one.

Luella, 6 lessons with Kirk

Great Tutor

Kirk is currently helping me with my first statistics class. Even though I haven’t taken math in over a year, and have forgotten a lot of the way things work in stats, he is very patient and extremely helpful with every question that I need help with. He even has notes he has made in advance for statistics class with all the definitions of things you will need to know. They are extremely helpful and have made learning much easier. His style is calm and direct. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn math.

Sophie , 11 lessons with Kirk

Hands Down the Best Tutor!

From my daughter, who hadn't had a math class in several years, on Kirk's Calculus tutoring: "That's hands down the best tutor I've ever worked with mom. Like eve ever ever. Reviews are right. He's very kind, incredibly patient, and meets you where you're at. He was able to not only explain what I didn't get but basically reteach me the entire class from where we began in a visual way that I really got and by the end was able to do the hardest problems on my own." This was from a longer prep session. We'll update as the semester goes on. Kirk is a very gifted teacher.

Jennifer, 2 lessons with Kirk

I enjoyed Kirk’s approach and listening skills

Kirk helped me feel comfortable with what I did not know and helped me to know. He’s a good listener and translator of information that has been a trouble for years.

Chris, 1 lesson with Kirk

Great midterm review (1st session)

Kirk gave me great insight on my lessons for my midterm. He showed me other helpful ways to solve a problem. I was glad to have my practice quiz so we could look over all the applicable aspects of what will be on the actual test. I feel much more confident now after today's lesson.

RICHARD, 1 lesson with Kirk

Very patient, methodical teacher

Kirk really helped put confidence back in me that I can actually be successful in my graduate level statistics course. He listens to your problems, assesses where you are at then tailors the lesson to how he can tell what your learning mechanism is. I am already planning multiple more meetings with Kirk, I won’t be able to get through statistics without him.

Andrew, 4 lessons with Kirk
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