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High-Level Math Teacher and Tutor with 25+ Years Experience
Gary M.

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Mathematics has always been a passion of mine, even if I wasn't a master at it early in life. That changed during my advanced math classes from 6th - 8th grade in Lansdale, PA, where my teacher directed and developed my depth of understanding, respect for, and love of math and teaching.

While attending a parochial school in Lansdale, I completed all honors and AP math classes, which allowed me to tutor peers and serve with the NHS. At Rider University, I began tutoring at the math annex...

Mathematics has always been a passion of mine, even if I wasn't a master at it early in life. That changed during my advanced math classes from 6th - 8th grade in Lansdale, PA, where my teacher directed and developed my depth of understanding, respect for, and love of math and teaching.

While attending a parochial school in Lansdale, I completed all honors and AP math classes, which allowed me to tutor peers and serve with the NHS. At Rider University, I began tutoring at the math annex as a freshman. I earned BAs in mathematics and secondary education, taught in Montgomery Twp. and settled at Nottingham HS in Hamilton, NJ. Since then, I’ve accumulated thousands of tutoring hours and became a professional math tutor with Wyzant in 2014.

I provide the best possible support for each and every student I meet. I currently teach Honors Geometry, Precalculus, and AP Statistics, but have taught most math classes up to AP Calculus AB. For each family I work with, I discuss goals and expectations of parents and students. I assess student problem-solving to identify areas of difficulty. I teach/reteach topics, clarify areas of uncertainty, assist with hw, and help with projects/presentations. I enable students to use multiple methods to represent a variety of problems. I always nurture out-of-the-box thinking and a deeper understanding. I connect the succession of math classes from year to year, such as how Algebra and Geometry lend themselves to Precalc and Calc. Students appreciate knowing why they are learning what they are, and why the methods their teachers use are so important. In addition, students do not have to wait an entire week getting questions answered. I provide my email so they can send concerns and questions they have from class or homework.

The information I provided above is why I am confident in the services I provide, and why my services are so valued by those I provide them to. You will feel the same after scheduling with me.

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Education

Rider University
Mathematics Edu.
La Salle University
Graduate Coursework
University of Washington (PCMI)
Graduate Coursework
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  • Hourly Rate: $70
  • Rate details: Cancelled: In last 24 hours, fee: $30. Within an hour prior, fee: $40. During commute, $50 fee. (In-person only.) At time of session, full charge. Each fee per hour scheduled.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 6/1/2020

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ACT Math

ACT Math

I have been tutoring and teaching test taking skills at the high school level as well as administering standardized tests throughout my entire teaching career. I have had very much success with students passing both the SAT and ACT alike.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have been teaching Algebra 1 and higher level classes for 20 years at Nottingham High School in Hamilton, NJ. I also have taught an Algebra Prep class during summer camp sessions at Mercer County Community College. I have been tutoring Algebra-level classes and beyond for the past 23 years or so.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I taught Algebra 2 for approximately eight years. I now teach extensions of those topics and applications through Precalculus while having taught the honors level for 6 years. I am very highly qualified in this area.
AMC (Competition math)

AMC (Competition math)

I have been preparing students for the AMC10 and AMC12 at Nottingham High School for the past 20 - 25 years in different magnitudes. I have many resources to prepare students for the contests, including preparatory materials spanning as early as 4th grade, giving up to 6 or 7 years of preparation and build-up for students. Allowing them to start early will help best prepare them for the outside-the-box thinking necessary on the AMC, and hopefully get them into the AIME and beyond.
ASVAB

ASVAB

I have been tutoring and teaching test taking skills at the high school level as well as administering standardized tests throughout my entire teaching career. I have had very much success with students passing both the SAT, ACT, and ASVAB alike.
Baseball

Baseball

Growing up I played little league baseball up through Connie Mack and my high school team. I had approximately 10 years of experience as the starting catcher on my teams. I did not hit for power, but I was a .300 hitter with exceptional bunting skills and obp. I had a knack for line-drives at the pitcher through the gap between 2nd and short.
Calculus

Calculus

I taught AP Calculus AB for 6 years and Honors Calculus for 1 year during that time. I have been tutoring Calculus for over 25 years.
Chess

Chess

I was taught chess growing up. I run a Chess Club and hold educational meetings and small tournaments during the winter season between my tennis seasons.
Common Core

Common Core

I have taught in the New Jersey public schools for the past 24 years, now entering my 25th. During that time I was expected for a number of years to teach the Common Core curriculum. I am extremely qualified in all high school math curricula, Common Core being a large part of that.
Discrete Math

Discrete Math

Prepping students for the HSPA for 13 years, I am certainly used to solving discrete math problems. My high school math education experience has also allowed me to experience a variety of discrete mathematics topics. As a mathematics major and tutor at Rider University, it was necessary to understand Discrete Math.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

I have the knowledge and concept basis to assist students at young levels to achieve higher-level goals. Using technological sites such as Open Middle, Desmos, Desmos Geometry, etc... I hope to entice students to WANT more math. Having a great amount of hard-copy resources at my disposal is also a huge asset to my tutoring business.
Finite Math

Finite Math

At Rider University I took Finite Mathematics as an elective even though I was a mathematics major. I earned an "A" on all tests in the course and for the final grade. I can guarantee I am thoroughly educated and able to teach the subject.
Geometry

Geometry

I have been teaching Geometry for about 15 years. Having taught AP Calculus as well as Honors Precalc, I have plenty of experience and am highly qualified in the area of Geometry.
High School Placement Test

High School Placement Test

I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring all levels of mathematics, including standardized testing, from middle school math through high school and even some college mathematics. This has enabled me to build up a library of resources, as well as my own expertise, that can help me prepare students for highschool entrance/placement exams.
Logic

Logic

Considering I am a math teacher which deeply relies on logic and language I am definitely qualified for this. During the process of earning my mathematics degree I excelled in three logic courses, one of which was a 300 level course.
Praxis

Praxis

As a Math Teacher of 20+ years, I had to be prepared for the Praxis to enter the field. I successfully completed my own and have assisted others in passing when tutoring was required.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I have been teaching basic math, Pre-algebra, and Algebra 1 for approximately 20 years at Nottingham High School in Hamilton, NJ. I have also been tutoring the subject materials for almost 23 years. I have many different tools and methods at my disposal to assist children in succeeding at the Pre-algebra level.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I taught honors-level Precalculus as well as AP Calculus AB for 6 years. I have taught honors-level Calculus (1 year) and A-level Precalculus (1 year) as well. I am VERY highly qualified in this area.
PSAT

PSAT

I teach, or have taught, all levels of high school mathematics. I have also dealt with all forms of standardized testing in New Jersey, both during my student teaching in the middle school, as well as my 20 year tenure as a high school math teacher. I am well versed in the test taking strategies and subject material that are found on the PSAT. In addition to these qualifications, I am an administrator for the PSAT when it is given at my school.
Regents

Regents

I have been teaching for 24 years and tutoring for approximately 30 or so. I am extremely adept in every subject from Prealgebra through AP Calculus. I have already tutored a number of students through Wyzant that found success on the Regents.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I teach, or have taught, all levels of high school mathematics. I have also dealt with all forms of standardized testing in New Jersey, both during my student teaching in the middle school, as well as my 20 year tenure as a high school math teacher. I am well versed in the test taking strategies and subject material that are found on both the SAT and PSAT. In addition to these qualifications, I am an administrator for the PSAT when it is given at my school.
SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring all levels of mathematics, including standardized testing, from middle school math through high school and even some college mathematics. This has enabled me to build up a library of resources, as well as my own expertise, that can help me prepare students for highschool entrance/placement exams. Having prepared students for the Regents successfully also demonstrates that I am well-equipped to prepare students for HS admission exams.
Tennis

Tennis

I played tennis in high school and have taken my skills to the school that I teach at. I have been the assistant coach for the girls team for 8 years and will be coaching the boys for the 2nd year when spring comes. I took over the team when the old boys tennis coach decided to hang up his racket after coaching for 18 years.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I taught both honors-level Trig/Precalc and AP Calculus AB for 6 years. I have also taught honors-level Calculus (1 year) and A-level Precalculus (1 year). I am VERY highly qualified in this area.
GED
Probability
SSAT
Statistics

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Excellent Tutor!

Mr. M is one of the most patient and encouraging teachers I have ever had. He really tries to get to know the student and adjust to their learning style. He doesn't teach concepts only on the surface level — he provides challenge problems to deepen understanding and reassures the student when they feel less confident in their abilities. He is very knowledgable in the subjects he has tutored me in, such as Geometry and Pre Calc, but he also teaches with a wider perspective (such as emphasizing concepts that will be important later on in AP Calc BC or on the SAT). Math is not my favorite subject, but Mr. M makes it understandable and enjoyable, and I'm looking forward to working with him in the future!

K, 149 lessons with Gary

A definite subject matter expert in the world of Geometry!!

Gary did an excellent job in communicating and instructing my daughter with her Geometry struggles. My daughter said she was extremely pleased on how well he explained things to her and really enjoyed working with him.

Charles , 4 lessons with Gary

Math tutor

Gray has changed my outlook on math forever! What impresses me the most is how they are able to break down complex topics into the most fundamental ideas so that even the hardest problems seem rather easy. After starting to work with Gray, my marks went up in the first place but what is more important is that I feel now I can do math by myself. I owe a lot to Gray’s patience and flexibility—over and over again, they know how to make me understand the problems in such a way that the information sticks. I thank Gray as I do not only study for the exams, I do react and understanding math for the very first time. Up to this point recommended to everyone who is looking for a tutor who doesn’t stop at simple requirements!

Deepa, 31 lessons with Gary

Dependable and effective tutor!

I would highly recommend Gary to any who is looking for a high school math tutor. He is helping my son with AP Precalculus. He ensures success by regularly checking for understanding and making sure that the my son is staying on track with the material.

Rupali, 33 lessons with Gary

awesome teacher!

My daughter felt very confident after just one session with Gary. He was patient and took clues from her to adjust the instruction style

Tamara, 1 lesson with Gary

Very knowledgeable and professional

Gary is very knowledgeable and explains well. Responds promptly for all of our questions. Shares detailed report after every class .Definitely recommend Gary for Math classes.

Harita, 93 lessons with Gary

Excellent Teacher, made concepts clear!

Gary was able to help me get comfortable with the specific math questions I had. He guided me through the practice problems. This was an invaluable experience!

Mir Mohammed, 2 lessons with Gary

Great for my son!

Gary helped my son understand his Algebra II Honors material in a way he hadn’t been taught. We really appreciate Gary’s help and highly recommend him. Thank you Gary.

Michelle, 5 lessons with Gary

Great tutor

Gary has been great w my son learning Algebra 2. He’s been very patient and knowledgeable. Also he’s been giving some problems for him to do in his free time. I would definitely recommend his services.

DAVE, 18 lessons with Gary

Knowledgeable, patient and helpful tutor

Gary was great at keeping my daughter focused and engaged and super helpful with her upcoming test. He explained things in a way should could understand and apply. We hope to use Gary again as our tutor!

Natalie , 1 lesson with Gary
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