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Build knowledge, skills, and confidence in math! (20 years experience)
Alison S.

858 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $90
Response time: 7 hours

About Alison


Bio

I am a math educator with 20 years of experience, offering personalized tutoring to local and global students. In-person sessions will occur at my home office in Gloucester County, NJ. Online sessions occur here on Wyzant’s excellent platform. Online sessions are also a great option for local students if you’re feeling under the weather or can’t get a ride each week!

What brings you here? Are you preparing for an exam or need help with your math homework? Do you feel you need to "catch...

I am a math educator with 20 years of experience, offering personalized tutoring to local and global students. In-person sessions will occur at my home office in Gloucester County, NJ. Online sessions occur here on Wyzant’s excellent platform. Online sessions are also a great option for local students if you’re feeling under the weather or can’t get a ride each week!

What brings you here? Are you preparing for an exam or need help with your math homework? Do you feel you need to "catch up" or "get ahead"? I would like to hear about your current experience and goals in your study of mathematics, and help you achieve them!

I provide mathematics tutoring for Algebra through Calculus I/AB, and standardized tests including ACT, SAT, SSAT, PSAT, PRAXIS, and college/military entrance exams. I help students to learn the concept as well as the procedure, to build mathematical understanding not just "get the answer." I emphasize test-taking strategies and technological skills (graphing calculator, Desmos). I have taught students with many different learning styles and abilities at all ages 12 - 25+.

My experience includes being a high school teacher, adjunct college professor, and tutoring at homework centers and through my own business. I received a BA in Secondary Education Mathematics at The College of New Jersey, where I later returned to teach. I also received a MS in Meteorology at Penn State University where I received an award for my work teaching a summer course for high school students (Upward Bound Math and Science). I bring all of this experience to your student. I will determine their weaknesses and misunderstandings in order to build skills, create confidence, and achieve success!


Education

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)
Secondary Math Educ.
Penn State University
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $90
  • Rate details: Less than 24 hr notice of cancellation, or failure to begin session w/in 15 min, session is considered cancelled. Charge ½ session for 1st offense, and full session for repeat offenses.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 5/12/2016

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

ACT Math

ACT Math

I've tutored the math section of the ACT extensively with the official "Red book." I was trained by Kaplan on how to prepare students for standardized tests. I'm extremely experienced in test prep and have seen many students achieve their goals.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I've taught Algebra I for many years. I've also tutored algebra extensively, so one-on-one experience has given me insight into common misconceptions and how to strengthen weaknesses. I often use math manipulatives, graphics, and real life applications to bring the fundamental concepts to life and make connections from concept to procedure!
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I've taught precalculus for many years, which repeats Algebra II material. I've also tutored Algebra II extensively, so one-on-one experience has given me insight into common misconceptions and how to strengthen weaknesses.
Calculus

Calculus

I developed the curriculum for and taught Honors Calculus for many years using an AP textbook. I've also tutored calculus, so one-on-one experience has given me insight into common misconceptions and how to strengthen weaknesses. I often use graphics, technology, and real life applications to bring the fundamental concepts to life and make connections from concept to procedure!
Geometry

Geometry

I taught high school math for 9 years which included courses with geometry (Integrated Math II, HSPA Math) and I've tutored students through geometry courses. I was also a personal aide to a paraplegic student for her geometry assessments, so I had to explain geometry in a different way since she didn't experience the physical world in the way most people do.
Praxis

Praxis

I have taught and tutored test prep for over 10 years. I am familiar with all of the mathematics context of the following Praxis exams: Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics (5732) Mathematics: Content Knowledge (5161) Elementary Education: Mathematics Subtext (5003) Middle School Mathematics (5169) Algebra 1 (5162)
Precalculus

Precalculus

I've taught a precalculus course for many years, and developed insight into common misconceptions and how to strengthen weaknesses. I often use graphics, technology, and real life applications to bring the basic functions and algebraic concepts to life, and make connections from concept to procedure! I also helped develop the precalculus curriculum for the Ocean County Mathematics Curriculum Consortium.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I am experienced in tutoring the math section of the SAT, both old and new. I was trained by Kaplan on how to prepare students for standardized tests, and have many years' experience specifically prepping students for NJ state testing (the HSPA and AHSA). I'm extremely experienced in test prep and have seen many students achieve their goals.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I've taught trigonometry for many years in both precalculus and calculus courses. My students say that when I explain the Unit Circle, they finally "get it"! From SOH-CAH-TOA to using trig identities to solve integrals, I help students make connections from concept to procedure in all aspects of trigonometry!

Examples of Expertise


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Ratings and Reviews


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Reviews

Very knowledgeable and understands the academic needs of the students

I had tried a couple of tutors before for my kids but wasn't the right fit. Then I came across Alison on Wyzant. She has an excellent grasp on the subject. Alison teaches both my kids who are currently in high school. They really like her method of teaching and she is well versed with the curriculum and knows exactly what to focus on. My daughter's grades went up and she is more confident of her math skills now. She is a great teacher and I would highly recommend her.

Arathi, 30 lessons with Alison

Wonderful tutor

Allison has been tutoring my rising 9th grader for the past few weeks. She is patient and explains concepts well.

Mahua, 45 lessons with Alison

Great tutor

I had sent Allison copies of our son’s recent quizzes and some additional feedback. Allison came to the first session prepared with discussion items to help our son. She has a great teaching manner that quickly put our son at ease. We really like Allison!

Rich, 20 lessons with Alison

Amazing tutor!

Alison really knows what she is talking about! She was able to decipher my professors terrible handwriting and explained the topics clearly. Her organization using colors to represent aspects of the lesson made it easier to understand.

Christian, 9 lessons with Alison

Expert tutor

Our daughter, Julia, has worked with Alison on SAT Math preparation for several months and we are very pleased with the considerable increase in her scores ( +150 points). Alison is very knowledgeable, not only in expertly teaching the subject matter, but also in instructing students on SAT test-taking strategies. Julia appreciates Alison’s thoroughness in reviewing specific concepts that she struggles with, as well as her patience. Alison is professional and dependable, and we could not have found a better tutor to work with our daughter. We highly recommend her to others, as her instruction has given Julia confidence in her math abilities and solid test-taking strategies that have greatly impacted her scores.

Angela, 31 lessons with Alison

Knowledgeable and patient!

Alison has an almost magical way of making sense of Pre-Algebra/Algebra concepts to my 7th grader! She presents them patiently and explains them so that understanding happens quickly! She gets along well with my child and there was no hint of frustration or awkwardness from my daughter. She responded quickly to my request for a session and all follow-up questions were answered quickly and she was patient even with me as I was new to Wyzant and fumbled things along the way.

Jennifer, 108 lessons with Alison

Amazing Tutor! Positive results and experience 100%!

Alison is a knowledgeable, patient, kind and understanding tutor. When I first began lessons with her preparing to pass the Praxis core math exam, my skills we're dusty and math has always been a huge struggle for me. Alison gave me the confidence and techniques I needed to pass a big, scary standardized test. She found ways to explain procedures to me in a way that works with my brain! She is flexible and incredible at adapting to your unique individual learning style.

Christine, 6 lessons with Alison

Great tutor

Knowledgeable and great with high school students. Understands the student’s learning style and adjusts accordingly. My daughter would be lost without her! Highly recommend!

Tricia, 16 lessons with Alison

Excellent teacher in explaining material

Many times my son came back home not understanding what he learned in math class too well and I wanted to find him help to understand. Ever since he has gone to Ms.Alison, he has come back every lesson understanding perfectly what was going on in class and even got to prepare ahead. She makes great use of time and is overall an outstanding teacher.

PARAMARAJ, 30 lessons with Alison

Alison couldn't be more any more amazing!

I feel so fortunate to have found Alison on Wyzant as a math tutor for my family. I have high school aged kids and she is a perfect fit as she used to teach the same level of math classes (Pre-Calc and Calc ). My children find her to be extremely helpful. One of my children was reluctant to receive any help and now looks forward to tutoring sessions with her. Alison is supurb at explaining math concepts.. She is very professional and punctual. She has a warm and nurturning personality. She easily established rapport with my kids and treats them with respect. Alison brings me such peace of mind knowing that she has helped my kids achieve to their full potential in math. I highly recommend her!!!!!!!!!

Caryn, 19 lessons with Alison
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