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College Mathematics Professor | Calculus & STEM Academic Coach
Melissa J.

5.0 (86 ratings)

187 hours tutoring

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I specialize in helping high school and college students build confidence and deep conceptual understanding in precalculus, trigonometry, and calculus.

I earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Applied Mathematics before spending nearly two decades teaching mathematics at the college level. Over the years, I have worked extensively with STEM-oriented students, AP Calculus students, returning adult learners, and students who feel overwhelmed or discouraged in advanced...

I specialize in helping high school and college students build confidence and deep conceptual understanding in precalculus, trigonometry, and calculus.

I earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Applied Mathematics before spending nearly two decades teaching mathematics at the college level. Over the years, I have worked extensively with STEM-oriented students, AP Calculus students, returning adult learners, and students who feel overwhelmed or discouraged in advanced mathematics courses. I have also supported Purdue engineering students in strengthening the mathematical foundations necessary for success in rigorous STEM coursework.

Many of my students are highly capable learners who struggle not because they lack intelligence, but because they feel overwhelmed, anxious, disorganized, or disconnected from the material. My goal is not only to improve grades, but also to help students develop confidence, stronger problem-solving skills, and a clearer understanding of mathematical concepts.

My teaching style is patient, supportive, and highly individualized. I focus heavily on helping students understand the “why” behind concepts rather than relying on memorization alone, and I adapt explanations to the way each student learns best.

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Education

University of Central Florida
Mech. Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $90
  • Rate details: Online 1:1: $90/hr. 4+ sessions or 2-hour sessions: $85/hr. Small groups: 2 students $55/hr each, 3 students $40/hr each. Rates may vary by subject level.
  • Lesson cancellation: 1 hours notice required

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  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have taught algebra for more than a decade to students in their teens up to those in their 60s. I have a wealth of experience, patience and enthusiasm.
Calculus

Calculus

• Nearly 20 years of experience teaching college-level mathematics, including calculus for STEM and engineering-track students • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and M.S. in Applied Mathematics • Specialize in helping students build strong conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and confidence in calculus • Patient, supportive teaching style focused on breaking complex concepts into approachable, understandable steps
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

Math is so much more about logical understanding than memorization. I lay out the material in a easy to understand and recall fashion.
Precalculus

Precalculus

• Nearly 20 years of experience teaching mathematics at the college level, including precalculus and calculus preparation courses • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and M.S. in Applied Mathematics • Specialize in helping students strengthen algebra and trigonometry foundations needed for success in calculus and STEM coursework • Patient, supportive teaching style focused on conceptual understanding, confidence-building, and individualized instruction
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

• Nearly 20 years of experience teaching college-level mathematics, including trigonometry and precalculus preparation courses • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and M.S. in Applied Mathematics • Specialize in helping students strengthen trigonometric foundations needed for success in calculus and STEM coursework • Patient, supportive teaching style focused on conceptual understanding, confidence-building, and individualized instruction
Algebra 1
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Excellent resource

Melissa is very well versed in the subject matter and able to articulate complex principles with ease using practical examples. I highly recommend her for anyone needing help with math.

Alex, 8 lessons with Melissa

Consummate professional

Melissa is patient, accessible, honest and knowledgeable. We intend to use her further this term and hope it bears fruit. Very lucky to have found her on Wyzant.

Scott, 2 lessons with Melissa

Implicit differentiation

I was having difficulty with the format of some types of implicit differentiation problems, Melissa was able to very easily clear up my misunderstanding on the topic. Thank you Melissa.

Phillip, 1 lesson with Melissa

Excellent math tutor

Melissa taught new ways to think about and solve complex Algebra 2 problems. She went way above and beyond our request.

Stacy, 1 lesson with Melissa

Great Tutor

Great tutor. She worked on precalculus with my daughter and was very patient and knowledgeable. She was on time and attentive. I would definitely give five stars!

Briar, 2 lessons with Melissa

Great!!

After one lesson my Daughter took her quiz and got an 80%, which is a 30 point jump from her previous quiz grades. She says that Ms. helped her gain an understanding for math that she did not have before. Thank You Ms. Jones!

Alexia, 1 lesson with Melissa

very patient and proffessional , knows her calculus.

Melissa did a very thorough job of helping me understand everything that was covered.

Rita, 4 lessons with Melissa
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