Michael M.
Buffalo Grove, IL
Math and Science tutoring from an Engineer
Rice University
About Michael
I offer Math and Science tutoring for students located in the NW suburbs of Chicago. My degree is in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University. I have worked in many positions related to the field as well as in software development. I would be happy to help all who would like to advance their knowledge in these fields.
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Travels within 15 miles of Buffalo Grove, IL 60089"Great, effective, and patient tutor."
- Anne, Lake Zurich, IL on 8/20/13I chose Mike because my son needed help in AP calculus. My son had never had troubles before in math, but that meant he never learned how to study it or to ask for help. He needed help getting back to build the foundation, and then to catch up in order to pass his class.
Mike was incredibly patient, a good personality fit (direct, straightforward, but not overbearing), and very knowledgeable. He also was able to frame both the concepts, and the process of learning, well for my son. He met my son at a nearby Starbucks and was reliable and flexible in scheduling.
My son passed AP-Calc BC (hooray!), barely, because Mike helped him do well on the final despite my son's lack of homework completion. In addition, he scored a 4 on the AP exam for Calc-BC, with a note that it would be a 5 for the Calc-AB version. Finally, he scored extremely well in his college math placement test and is in the top math for mechanical engineers. So, it seems that my son now does have calculus well within his mental tool set.
My daughter is a completely different personality, but I will still call Mike if and when she needs any math help as well. I would recommend him without any hesitation.
"Knowledgeable"
- Suzanne, Buffalo Grove, IL on 5/2/17My son had a great first session with Michael. He is preparing for AP Calculus in a week and is thrilled with what he learned working with Michael. Having a 17 year old give his tutor a 5 out 5 says a lot. Thank you Michael.
"The best math tutor you will find"
- Wendi, Palatine, IL on 2/23/17Mr. M is the best. He has tutored both of my sons in classes from Algebra 1 to Calculus AB. They both love him. He adapts his way of explaining to the way the student learns, which makes all the difference. Meeting with Mr. M can literally make the difference between an F and an A for my son who is in high school now. I feel like it is a gift to have a tutor who he likes and can learn from as well.
"Wonderful tutor with a big heart"
- Hedy, Buffalo Grove, IL on 5/15/15My special needs son was not doing well in his science class and Michael was able to help my son to get back to his feet. He eventually passed it with more than what we expected. Michael is not like your ordinary tutor. He cares for his student. He makes sure that he can do the job and can help the student before accepting the assignment. I have dealt with several tutors and a lot of them are selfish and self-centered and would ask for more tutor time than what they really need. Michael is different. He only will use the session time when his student needs it and benefits from it. I left it totally to Michael to take charge and he did. I highly recommend Michael for his outstanding character, discipline and his compassion for the success of his students.
"Straight to the point and very goal oriented"
- Regina, Lincolnshire, IL on 3/4/15My son felt that first 2 sessions with Michael were very productive and helpful. He was able to identify the issue and address it right away.
"Great tutor; patient and reliable."
- Jeanne, Des Plaines, IL on 5/20/13Michael is a very responsive, flexible and reliable tutor. He is patient and thorough when working with his students. Michael tutored my 8th grade son in prepapration for his high school math placement test. Although my son began his sessions with Michael just a couple of weeks before the placement test, Michael taught him enough Algebra 1 (which my son had not, for the most part, learned yet in his 8th grade math class) to help him place in the more advanced/Algebra II class for his freshmen year in high school. My son enjoyed working with Michael and will work with Michael again if/when he needs extra help keeping up with any of his advanced math classes in high school.
"Wonderful experience."
- Elba, Buffalo Grove, IL on 2/26/13Before contacting Mr. Michael, we were desperate: our daughter was failing AP Calculus and everyday became a struggle for her in and out of the classroom. Endlessly searching the internet, we finally found Mr. M and begun classes at our accommodation. We immediately saw progress from just a couple hours of tutoring a week in her grades, her ability to actually complete her homework, and progress reports he would send us after each session. Mr. M spends the time not only showing her how to solve the difficult problem at hand, but spent the time until she fully understood the topic. He also became in sync with the concepts taught at school so the tutoring wouldn't confuse our daughter. Michael M. was a great tutor and if my daughter’s increase of 4 letter grades isn't proof, I don’t know what is. Thank you for a wonderful experience. Certainly highly recommended.
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