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A Mathematics Instructor with 36 Years of Experience--and Counting
Dave L.

5.0 (9 ratings)

16 hours tutoring

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A Mathematics Instructor with 36 Years of Experience--and Counting
A Mathematics Instructor with 36 Years of Experience--and Counting
Dave L.

5.0 (9 ratings)

16 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (9 ratings)

16 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Dave

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I really enjoy what I do. My greatest reward in teaching is watching my students succeed. My students do succeed.

With 36 years of experience teaching secondary mathematics, I continue working with both students and instructors in the classroom. Over the years, I have been most fortunate to work with students who have challenged me to scaffold solutions for difficult concepts. I specialize in step-by-step approaches to problem solving.

I teach several math subjects, including basic...

I really enjoy what I do. My greatest reward in teaching is watching my students succeed. My students do succeed.

With 36 years of experience teaching secondary mathematics, I continue working with both students and instructors in the classroom. Over the years, I have been most fortunate to work with students who have challenged me to scaffold solutions for difficult concepts. I specialize in step-by-step approaches to problem solving.

I teach several math subjects, including basic algebra, calculus, college algebra, trigonometry, precalculus, advanced algebra, geometry, and ACT math. After two years of consistent ACT preparation, my most recent student raised her ACT math score from 21 to 32. I have also prepared several individuals for the MEGA assessment (formerly the Praxis II), certifying them to teach mathematics in Missouri.

I received a Masters in Mathematics Curriculum and Instruction from UMKC. I have a Career CPC in Mathematics from the State of Missouri for grades 7-12. I also have certification in gifted education from University of Missouri, Columbia.

Following an evaluation by Dr. R. Stephen Green, Superintendent of KCPS, and Dr. Tony Stansberry, a state supervisor with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, I was awarded 'Star of the Classroom' by The Kansas City Royals and The Missouri Lottery. I was 2022 "Teacher of the Year" in my district.

I am happy to work with you to design an individual program to meet your needs. Contact me, and let's see what we can do.

Rates are $65 in person for a generous hour; $50 virtual.

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Education

Southwest State University (University of Minnesota), Marshall, MN
Mathematics
University of MO, Kansas City
Masters
University of MO, Columbia
Other

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • Rate details: 2 hour lessons in-person will be billed at just $110
  • Lesson cancellation: 12 hours notice required

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  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I'm currently certified (continuously since 1987) by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in high school mathematics, grade Level 7-12.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I am currently certified as a math teacher in the State of Missouri, and have been since 1987.
Calculus,

Calculus

I am a certified AP-Calculus teacher.
Geometry,

Geometry

I am currently Missouri state certified to teach mathematics, grades 7-12. I am a previous winner of the state "Star of the Classroom" award. I have been teaching for more than 30 years.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I am a Missouri state-certified mathematics teacher for grades 7-12, which includes prealgebra.

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

I am certified to teach all levels of high-school math by the State of Missouri (since 1987). And I currently teach ACT Math.
Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I'm currently certified (continuously since 1987) by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in high school mathematics, grade Level 7-12.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I am currently certified as a math teacher in the State of Missouri, and have been since 1987.
Calculus,

Calculus

I am a certified AP-Calculus teacher.
Geometry,

Geometry

I am currently Missouri state certified to teach mathematics, grades 7-12. I am a previous winner of the state "Star of the Classroom" award. I have been teaching for more than 30 years.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I am a Missouri state-certified mathematics teacher for grades 7-12, which includes prealgebra.
Trigonometry

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I'm currently certified (continuously since 1987) by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in high school mathematics, grade Level 7-12.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I am currently certified as a math teacher in the State of Missouri, and have been since 1987.
Calculus,

Calculus

I am a certified AP-Calculus teacher.
Geometry,

Geometry

I am currently Missouri state certified to teach mathematics, grades 7-12. I am a previous winner of the state "Star of the Classroom" award. I have been teaching for more than 30 years.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I am a Missouri state-certified mathematics teacher for grades 7-12, which includes prealgebra.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I'm currently certified (continuously since 1987) by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in high school mathematics, grade Level 7-12.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I am currently certified as a math teacher in the State of Missouri, and have been since 1987.
Calculus,

Calculus

I am a certified AP-Calculus teacher.
Geometry

Geometry

I am currently Missouri state certified to teach mathematics, grades 7-12. I am a previous winner of the state "Star of the Classroom" award. I have been teaching for more than 30 years.

Test Preparation

ACT Math

ACT Math

I am certified to teach all levels of high-school math by the State of Missouri (since 1987). And I currently teach ACT Math.

Ratings and Reviews

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Detailed Explanations

Dave is very good at explaining what you are doing in math and why. He used examples related to real life and even demonstrated with gestures to help my son understand the lesson. He is very patient and encouraging.

Jessica, 1 lesson with Dave

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

My son needed help with Algebra. After one tutor session with Dave he said he felt relieved, it all made more sense. I would highly recommend him for Algebra tutoring.

Ann, 2 lessons with Dave

Personalized Tutoring

Dave personalized my tutoring session by assessing my current knowledge and then developing an organized approach to cover the topics that were the greatest challenge. His teaching method consists of animation, pattern recognition, valid shortcuts, consistent charts, and ways to remember key concepts and processes. I left the tutoring session having learned a great deal more in one hour than ever expected. With a few more sessions, I feel confident that I will be ready for the MEGA test.

Debi, 1 lesson with Dave

Knowledgeable, fun, patient, and helpful

Dave helped me pass my MEGA Middle School Content Exam and taught me how to look for the bigger picture as opposed to focusing on the tiny irrelevant details in math.

Dominic, 3 lessons with Dave
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