Grow in Your Secondary Mathematics Confidence and Abilities

Ian H.

Hi, I’m Ian! I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and a Master’s in Education from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. I have spent the past six years working as a certified high school mathematics teacher, including three years at a college preparatory school teaching advanced and honors-level courses.

Over the course of my teaching career, I have taught a wide range of subjects including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus, AP Calculus, and Honors Physics. Teaching across multiple levels has strengthened my ability to adapt instruction to each student’s needs. Whether I’m helping a student build foundational Algebra skills or preparing them for the rigor of AP exams, my goal is always the same: make challenging concepts approachable, engaging, and understandable. One of my greatest strengths as a tutor is helping students build confidence. In remedial and college-prep classrooms alike, I focus on breaking down difficult ideas into manageable steps while creating an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes.

With several years of AP teaching experience, I am highly familiar with the standards, pacing, and critical thinking required for success on AP exams. I work with students not only to improve test performance, but also to develop deeper conceptual understanding and stronger problem-solving skills that carry into future coursework.
One of my favorite parts of teaching is helping students build confidence in math. Many students come in thinking they’re ‘bad at math,’ and I enjoy helping them realize they’re capable of much more than they thought. I want students to leave sessions feeling more confident and less intimidated by math. My goal is not just to help students get the right answer, but to help them understand why the math works. I look forward to helping students achieve their goals and grow into confident, independent learners!