Expert Math Tutor (Grades 4-8) Building Confidence & Independence

Jason S.

My name is Jason. I have 35 years of tutoring experience in various subjects, including Statistics, and 28 years of full-time teaching as a credentialed teacher. My teaching assignments have included mathematics, English/ESL, Earth Science, and Social Studies from kindergarten through eighth grade. Since 2024, I have been teaching mathematics for grades 4 through 8 at a private orthodox Jewish school in Beverly Hills.

I hold a bachelor's degree in Sociology with a minor in Philosophy and completed teacher training and certification at CSUN. I also obtained certification to teach mathematics as a single subject (up to Algebra 2 and High School Geometry) from UCLA. My primary area of expertise is elementary and middle school mathematics. I am familiar with the skills required for students to complete middle school successfully and transition to high school. Additionally, I have experience assisting adults with math remediation, including preparation for community college requirements.

My instructional methods for school-aged children include encouraging analytical and critical thinking using a variety of techniques such as educational games, role playing, and interactive manipulatives like fraction/decimal/percent cubes and base 10 blocks. I also teach students to use calculators appropriately without compromising basic skills.

Much of my teaching experience has been with underserved communities, including students with disabilities, autism, ADD/ADHD, and minority backgrounds. My approach centers on supporting mathematical confidence and competence, following a growth mindset model. This involves meeting each student individually and viewing progress as personal development rather than comparison to peers or class rankings.

Initial consultation is FREE.
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