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Caltech Grad, Experienced Math Tutor: AP Calc AB, BC & Calc 1,2,3
Lisa O.

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I enjoy helping students reach their academic goals in high school and college math courses such as algebra 2, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus, AP Calculus AB / BC, Calculus 1 and 2, Calculus 3 (multivariable calculus), business calculus, and introductory probability theory. I began tutoring math when I was in high school, and have tutored during many of the years since.

I can explain mathematical concepts and techniques in multiple ways and make adjustments to suit each student's...

I enjoy helping students reach their academic goals in high school and college math courses such as algebra 2, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus, AP Calculus AB / BC, Calculus 1 and 2, Calculus 3 (multivariable calculus), business calculus, and introductory probability theory. I began tutoring math when I was in high school, and have tutored during many of the years since.

I can explain mathematical concepts and techniques in multiple ways and make adjustments to suit each student's learning style. I can present material graphically, algebraically, verbally, using analogies, etc. I am encouraging and supportive during sessions. I work through problems together with students, asking them many questions along the way and encouraging them to take as many steps as possible themselves to solve the problems. Of course if they don't know what to do I'll explain the general technique and demonstrate with examples. But I always strive to have students actively participate in the process rather than being passive. Because learning mathematics requires actively doing mathematics.

For online sessions I use zoom and an online whiteboard (ziteboard.com or limnu.com). I use a tablet and stylus that connects to my computer to make writing on the whiteboard easier. For students who have a tablet and stylus already, I recommend that they use them during online tutoring sessions. Students who don't have a tablet and stylus can use pencil and paper while I am writing on the whiteboard and we talk through the problems together.

I had an early interest in numbers and math was my favorite subject in high school. I attended college at Caltech in Pasadena, California where I earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics. I worked as an actuarial analyst at WellPoint and passed three actuarial exams. I attended graduate school at Indiana University and earned a Master's degree in Mathematics. I worked as a teaching assistant for several semesters while I was in graduate school.

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Education

California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Indiana University - Bloomingon, IN (Mathematics)
Masters

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Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I can help with: parabolas, circles, ellipses, and hyperbolas; finding zeroes of polynomials of degree greater than 2; arithmetic and geometric sequences and series; finding zeroes and asymptotes of rational functions; solving rational equations; solving 2x2 and 3x3 linear systems of equations; exponential and logarithmic functions; inverse functions; permutations and combinations; the binomial theorem; complex numbers.
Calculus

Calculus

I would be happy to help you gain proficiency and confidence as you study calculus. I can help with: evaluating limits; continuous and discontinuous functions; removable, jump, and essential discontinuities; the definition of the derivative; using the derivative to find the equation of the tangent line; computing derivatives using the power rule, product rule, quotient rule, and chain rule; optimization problems; related rates; locating extrema / points of inflection; Riemann sums; indefinite and definite integrals; antiderivatives; the fundamental theorem of calculus; finding the area between two curves; techniques of integration such as u-substitution, integration by parts, partial fractions, trig substitution; determining the volume of a solid of revolution; determining arc length of a curve and the area of a surface of revolution; determining convergence / divergence of infinite series; power series; parametrically defined functions; polar coordinates; vector functions; partial derivatives; tangent planes; gradients; finding critical points and maxes and mins of functions of several variables; Lagrange Multipliers; multiple integrals, iterated integrals, switching the order of integration; double integral with polar coordinates; triple integrals, cylindrical coordinates, spherical coordinates; change of variables in double integrals; line integrals, surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stokes' Theorem, Divergence Theorem.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I can help with: real and complex numbers; solving inequalities and equations; conic sections such as parabolas, circles, ellipses, hyperbolas; finding zeroes of polynomials of degree greater than 2; arithmetic and geometric sequences and series; solving systems of equations; graphing rational functions; solving trig equations; proving trig identities; and more.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I can help with: measuring angles in radians or degrees; definitions of the six trig functions - sine, cosine, tangent, cotangent, secant, cosecant; finding the domain and range of trig functions; solving trig equations; trig identities; graphing trig functions; period, amplitude, horizontal and vertical translations; double angle formulas and half angle formulas; inverse trigonometric functions, and more.
Linear Algebra
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Very effective.

My daughter's understanding of calculus -- and her grades in the class -- improved immensely with Lisa's help. I recommend her highly. She didn't just explain the concepts--she had a nice way of getting my daughter to work through the problems herself so that she understands the concepts more deeply.

Thomas, 2 lessons with Lisa

Tutoring with Lisa has been really helpful

I highly recommend Lisa her support is great, she is detailed and patient. We reviewed related rates which isn’t an easy topic but she went step by step to help me understand.

Ayarpi, 10 lessons with Lisa

Outstanding Tutor!

Lisa is a fantastic tutor for Calculus 3! Extremely knowledgeable, patient and professional. It is difficult to find an advanced Calculus tutor who is a skilled instructor - Lisa is the best! Helped prepare me for Calculus 3 final- 10/10!

M, 7 lessons with Lisa

Knowledgeable and patient teacher

My daughter likes Lisa very much, and my daughter doesn’t like anyone. She likes Lisa’s teaching style and how thorough she is. I like how professional and transparent she is.

DINA, 8 lessons with Lisa

Incredibly knowledgeable and helpful

Lisa helped immensely in my understanding of my Calculus class. I went from a struggling student to a confident test-taker within only a couple of lessons. She was incredibly patient, and could walk me through any problem I could think of. Our set of lessons prepared me for the AP Calculus exam, as well as any smaller tests for the week. I would recommend Lisa to anyone who needs any tutoring on calculus topics.

Ian, 13 lessons with Lisa

Amazing tutor!

Lisa helped my son review (or should I say cram) for his business calc final. He called me after he took it saying he knew he did really well. Lisa was incredibly patient and they communicated back and forth several times between sessions over a weekend. So glad we found her! Total grade-saver! Thank you Lisa!

Laura, 11 lessons with Lisa

knowledgeable, patient, kind

lisa has been one of the best tutors for math. very patient and knowledgeable, i definitely have learned a lot from her sessions and was able to do really well in my calculus class after not taking math for three years. would definitely recommend her for a student who is new to calculus.

Midu, 43 lessons with Lisa

Excellent Calculus 3 Tutor

Lisa has been a responsible, accessible, and prepared tutor for my daughter in Calculus 3. She adapted to her learning style, gave her a lot of resources to help learn, and was encouraging!

Elaine, 7 lessons with Lisa

Calculus II

Lisa helped me understand some concepts I had been struggling with. It's been challenging taking an accelerated summer version of Calculus II with online classes only and no access to campus resources like study groups or the math lab at the university. Thank you for all the help!

Suzanne, 11 lessons with Lisa

Skilled and knowledgeable tutor.

LIsa started working with my daughter for extra help with AP calc AB in early spring. She is a great tutor, explains things clearly and provides excellent examples and exercises for practice. Shortly after they started working together, schools shut down and went online in this area. Lisa was flexible as we negotiated the changes, and proved an invaluable source of instruction with the loss of classroom time. She was able to help our student complete the class and prep for the AP exam, which reduced the stress significantly. We highly recommend working with Lisa!

Bill, 9 lessons with Lisa
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