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Master Mathematics and Science Teacher, ACT/SAT Test Prep Tutor
Gabriel V.

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As a teacher of mathematics and science for twenty years, tutoring has helped me to keep grounded in what I really enjoy, teaching. I have tutored K-8 math and science, from PreAlgebra to Calculus, Chemistry and Physics. I am uniquely qualified for ACT/SAT college entrance exam prep and work for a popular tutoring company that has won excellence awards. I am an experienced Kumon math instructor and foster strong performance from students on selective enrollment test prep (SSAT, ISEE) and...

As a teacher of mathematics and science for twenty years, tutoring has helped me to keep grounded in what I really enjoy, teaching. I have tutored K-8 math and science, from PreAlgebra to Calculus, Chemistry and Physics. I am uniquely qualified for ACT/SAT college entrance exam prep and work for a popular tutoring company that has won excellence awards. I am an experienced Kumon math instructor and foster strong performance from students on selective enrollment test prep (SSAT, ISEE) and curricula such as AOPS and math/science contests like Kangaroo Math, Math Counts, and Science Olympiad. In addition, I have helped students on ELA curriculum including reading, writing, grammar, and spelling.

I understand the importance of teaching content, but more important are the good habits that are acquired through tutoring like order, practice, and hard work to develop deep understanding and thirst for knowledge instead of simply trying to complete tasks. In tutoring, I first create a comfortable environment by establishing a genuine repartee. Tutoring should always be light and fun, and when good humor and a genuine interest in the learner are present, it facilitates engagement. I also instill good work and study habits by modeling them.

Most importantly though, my success is rooted in planning together with parents and communicating. I typically begin tutoring with the student's curriculum but am armed with a wide range of educational resources. I also believe that good questioning and listening are key pedagogical tools to build meaning. Understanding involves skills that allow students to be able to use a variety of strategies and actively show what they know by use of concrete objects, drawing and writing, therefore promoting many opportunities for making connections, problem solving, and higher-order thinking.

I am humbled by the trust placed in me in the important task of educating your child and will communicate with you throughout and work to the best of my ability to help your child succeed.

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Education

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Mathematics Educatio
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Masters
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Graduate Coursework
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ACT Math

ACT Math

I have taught ACT Math courses and also high school math. I build on strong conceptual understanding (Socratic and Vygotskian) to instill retention and know-how. I believe when students understand well they won't forget. I also stress mathematical proof, drawing (show what you know) and mathematical argument. A solid foundational in mathematics is fundamental for further work in mathematics and sciences.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have taught/tutored in Algebra 1 and believe the best way to learn is by developing the concepts being learned. I also feel it is important to follow where students are, because they know a lot already, and build from there. My style is Socratic/Vygotskian and stresses practice built on understanding.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have taught/tutored in Algebra 2 and enjoy helping students understand math. I am a constructivist building on what students know and helping them discover and self-regulate. I am a firm believer on solid conceptual understanding and feel this is so important in math. In other words simple memorization is not the best method to learn.
Chemistry

Chemistry

I have tutored in Chemistry and enjoy the subject. I teach science and mathematics conceptually and feel that when you understand what and why you are doing something, simply memorizing is not helpful and unnecessary. I have always been drawn to Chemistry because of its' discrepant events (you don't always understand right away what you observe). I also can provide resources to help.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I have worked with students in reading and writing (3rd-5th grades) and am a firm believer that students learn reading and writing organically when they have opportunities to read what they like, can share what they know by writing, drawing, expression. The students I have worked with were eager to learn because they were sharing what the learned with others. They also became good readers and shared books and stories they enjoyed with one another. Reading and writing is easier when it is meaningful and about shared meanings.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

As an elementary math teacher and tutor I teach students conceptually, which means they do not have to relearn each year. I feel algorithms are important in learning math but learning how mathematics is developed is equally important for a good, solid understanding. These skills transfer to advanced mathematics. As you can see, I am a teacher and tutor of middle school and high school mathematics as well. In teaching and tutoring elementary math I feel that representations (pictures, drawing, manipulatives) are important as well as writing and proof in mathematics. I am a constructivist/Vygostky philosophically and believe that all students can achieve deep understandings of math as long as the learning environment promotes it.
Physics

Physics

I have tutored students in Physics and am skilled in helping students understand how the laws of motion work. These include kinematics, energy, simple harmonic motion, momentum, gravitation, circular motion, waves, and electrostatics. I am able to apply the mathematics (calculus) involved in physics to show how the concepts and laws of motion are derived.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I am an experienced Prealgebra teacher and have tutored students in the subject. I believe that it is important to develop math concepts by using manipulatives, drawing, proof, etc. Mathematics is knowledge under construction and once developed is always there.
Spanish

Spanish

I am a native Spanish speaker and have taught Spanish language to students as a class and also tutoring. I have taught it as a language and in the content area (taught math in Spanish). Spanish is my first language and I am proud to share it with others. I also enjoy having conversations with my nieces and nephews in Spanish, even though they do not know Spanish fluently.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I enjoy teaching and tutoring in Trigonometry as well as other mathematics classes. Trigonometry is more easily understood when one understands how the definition are derived. I always emphasize the unit circle and everything else pretty falls into place. I am a conceptual learner and therefore I promote deep conceptual understanding in my teaching/tutoring. I believe in a Socratic method of learning which involves instructional conversation that enables the learner to learn within proximity of their understanding (Vygotstky). Trigonometry has always been one of the math classes I have enjoyed teaching/tutoring the most.
Calculus
Elementary Science
English
Geometry
Precalculus
SAT Math

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Exceptional Math Tutor

We are a North Shore Chicago family who engaged Gabriel to work with our child who was in the last semester of an honors algebra I class and earning a low D. To make a long story short, my child finished the class with a B+ and was recommended for honors geometry in fairly a competitive program. That was accomplished in two months. But the grades are secondary. My child was floundering and losing his interest in math, though completely capable of doing the work. In a very short time Gabriel was able to get him back on track and develop fundamental understanding of mathematical concepts that go beyond the book and tests. Gabriel is exceptional at communicating with and teaching young adults. His knowledge of mathematics is complete. And he is able develop within his students a similar knowledge, confidence and facility with math. Gabriel is also an educator and so he has been immensely helpful in our understanding of where our child is academically and how that fits with his current school. We are greatly appreciative of the time Gabriel provided, he was very generous and flexible. We highly recommend Gabriel for bright, young students struggling with math concepts. You cannot do better.

Jim, 14 lessons with Gabriel

Knowledgeable and patient tutor.

Gabriel has been wonderful in helping my son catch up on all his missed math work. He explains concepts clearly, very patient, and makes sure he understands before moving on.

Iryna, 19 lessons with Gabriel

Great tutor

My son has had 2 lessons with Gabriel for high school geometry . He has been fantastic. He explains the material well, is funny, and keeps him engaged. We will continue to use him.

Eli, 4 lessons with Gabriel

Excellent communication and easy to work with

Setting up our lessons was very easy, with good communication back and forth. During her first lesson, my daughter said Gabriel was very knowledgeable and made her feel very comfortable. We are looking forward to our future lessons with Gabriel!

Chan, 11 lessons with Gabriel

Everyone STOP SCROLLING! —Gabriel’s the Tutor You’ve Been Looking For!

I can’t say enough good things about Gabriel, who has been an absolute game-changer for my son’s math skills! From the very first session, he brought a level of patience, clarity, and enthusiasm that instantly put my son at ease. What sets Gabriel apart is his ability to break down complex concepts into manageable steps, tailoring every lesson to my son’s pace and learning style as he prepares for the ACT math test. In just three sessions, I’ve already seen a noticeable difference—my son’s confidence has improved. He dreads math, but now he tackles problems with a newfound self-assurance, gets excited to learn more, and actually looks forward to his tutoring sessions! Gabriel is reliable, engaging, and truly invested in his students’ success. I’d recommend him to any parent looking for a tutor who goes above and beyond!

Ileanna, 4 lessons with Gabriel

Everyone STOP SCROLLING! —Gabriel’s the Tutor You’ve Been Looking For!

I can’t say enough good things about Gabriel, who has been an absolute game-changer for my son’s math skills! From the very first session, he brought a level of patience, clarity, and enthusiasm that instantly put my son at ease. What sets Gabriel apart is his ability to break down complex concepts into manageable steps, tailoring every lesson to my son’s pace and learning style as he prepares for the ACT math test. In just three sessions, I’ve already seen a noticeable difference—my son’s confidence has improved. He dreads math, but now he tackles problems with a newfound self-assurance, gets excited to learn more, and actually looks forward to his tutoring sessions! Gabriel is reliable, engaging, and truly invested in his students’ success. I’d recommend him to any parent looking for a tutor who goes above and beyond!

Ileanna, 4 lessons with Gabriel

Great Tutor!

Gabriel is an excellent SAT tutor who made complex math concepts easy to understand. He explained everything clearly, helping my son grasp difficult topics in a way that made sense. In addition to math, he also provided great support in language arts, helping him improve his reading and writing skills. He is always patient, answering all the questions without hesitation. His guidance made a big difference in my son’s confidence and performance. Highly recommend!

Adelina, 3 lessons with Gabriel

High School Physics Tutor

My son has only had one session so far, but from his comments -Gabriel is very effective in breaking down hard concepts when dealing with High School Physics in a way that makes them accessible and understandable. I am signing him up for future review sessions.

Catania, 59 lessons with Gabriel

Very professional math teacher

Gabriel has been very helpful to my daughters math progress helping her navigate trough all subjects that she needed attention with. We are very pleased so far and she is looking forward to her next sessions.

Adrian, 10 lessons with Gabriel

knowledgeable and patient

He taught me math and chemistry. He is very experienced, and he can find a way to teach so I can understand the content easily. Very intuitive tutor. Highly recommended.

Angela, 7 lessons with Gabriel
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