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Excel Expert, Economist, Data Scientist, and always, a Teacher
Brian W.

1,039 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $99
Response time: 42 minutes

About Brian


Bio

Hello all! Here is a link to see my current availability, followed by a brief description of my teaching history.

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I started tutoring in 2012 as a private tutor. Since then, I have received a Master's in Applied Economics and in Urban Mapping. I have spent over a decade gathering useful skills and teaching others how to learn them quickly and effectively. I have six years of experience using Rstudio, Excel, Google Sheets, and ODK Coding and four...

Hello all! Here is a link to see my current availability, followed by a brief description of my teaching history.

https://calendly.com/brianmahayie/session

I started tutoring in 2012 as a private tutor. Since then, I have received a Master's in Applied Economics and in Urban Mapping. I have spent over a decade gathering useful skills and teaching others how to learn them quickly and effectively. I have six years of experience using Rstudio, Excel, Google Sheets, and ODK Coding and four years of experience with ArcGIS and QGIS.

I continue tutoring because skills can be challenging to learn in large groups. I've often felt: "If only somebody had just taken 10 minutes to listen to my questions, I'd have been done in a fraction of the time." I've had a tutor or two who answered my key questions and helped me enjoy working with these programs, and I love being that person for others. If you've read this to the end, thank you! and I hope to meet you soon.


Education

Westminster College
International Studies
University of Illinois
Masters
University of Illinois
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $99
  • Rate details: Cancellations must come an hour+ before the session or half that session's fee will be charged. If you choose to end early, the full fee will still be charged. Please ask if you have questions.
  • Lesson cancellation: 1 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 6/9/2022

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Data Science

Data Science

I'm proficient in Rstudio, Advanced Excel, Google Sheets, ODK Coding, Survey Design, Economic Modelling, and Data Cleanup. I love the challenge that comes with advanced projects. However, I specialize in introducing people to the topic of Data Science and I work hard to develop teaching methods that work for you rather than just present information to you.
GIS

GIS

I got my GIS certification from the University of Illinois Springfield in 2016 and my Urban Planning Masters in 2022. Over the last 6 years, I've done network analyses, route mapping, and lots of hands-on fieldwork with ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, and QGIS.
Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel

I am an Excel Expert with multiple certifications, and 4 years of experience training professionals, academics, and students to use Excel more effectively and efficiently. I specialize in intro courses, including functions, v/xlookup, charts, pivot tables, and dashboard creation. However, I'm also fully proficient in advanced Excel projects, utilizing PowerQuery, and automating data processing and presentation.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I've been an English Tutor for 6 years. I have my TEOFL certificate and I've taught foreign students from introducing the alphabet to full fluency. I've proofread and edited Master's level essays as a Teaching Assistant. I've also successfully written many grants, both academic and government, and helped others do the same.
R

R

Hello! On top of my 7 years of tutoring experience, I have 3 years of using Rstudio in academia and in the professional world. I specialize in helping people get started in R, working through the layout, data cleanup, statistical analysis, and graphing. If you'd like my help, please send me a message anytime, and we can get started!
Statistics

Statistics

I have a Masters in Applied Economics, have performed multiple studies as the primary data wrangler and statistician. My specialty is applied statistics and I can perform analyses in Excel and Rstudio.
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Ratings and Reviews


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Reviews

Excellent Tutor

Brian W. is an excellent tutor! What truly sets Brian apart is his remarkable ability to communicate. He not only simplifies intricate ideas but also takes the time to ensure that I grasp them thoroughly. Even if I needed him to repeat himself multiple times, he did so with grace and enthusiasm, fostering an environment where questions and inquiries were not just encouraged but welcomed.

Bintou, 7 lessons with Brian

Clear, knowledgeable, experienced and professional

I reached out to Brian because I needed help with some real-world GIS problems involving soil sampling projects and interactions with survey teams. I had a specific project and list of questions and he let me drive the agenda, staying flexible and responsive if I needed more clarity or to change topics. He had quick, clear answers to my questions; and if he didn't know it off the top of his head, he took the time to make sure he both understood what I was asking, and that his answer was concise, accurate and helpful. Those are all really great qualities in a tutor.

Mark, 1 lesson with Brian

Data Display, EXCEL, and GIS

Brian was very helpful in guiding me through how to best present my data. He took the time to understand my project goals and helped me realize that a line chart was a more appropriate choice than a map for my current needs. He also offered thoughtful suggestions for future mapping options as my project grows. I really appreciated his clear communication and willingness to explore different ideas with me.

Evin, 1 lesson with Brian

Exceptionally knowledgable

Brian taught me a number of different applications and uses within the QGIS platform by using mapping and managing information through attribute tables. He is a very patient and quick teacher! I Highly Recommend Him.

Richard, 1 lesson with Brian

Excellent and Efficient

Taking an economics class that relies on doing some R studio simulations. Brian is super proficient with R and has strong conceptual understandings of the material, so he can certainly take time when needed to answer specific questions. Efficiency also matters, I wish I had more time to learn R prior to this course, but working with Brian we are able to use the small amount of time to get work done on the areas I'd often get stuck. He also teaches with visuals, highlighting on your screen and so fourth, and that helps me understand what we're discussing, especially being novice to the language.

Brian, 2 lessons with Brian

Amazing & patient teacher

Brian helped me code two boxplots and a violin chart in order to display my data of testing quality of governments effects on a country's susceptibility to economic crises. Not only did he assist me in the code, he explained the nuances and intricacies of R, while providing helpful tips for the future, and also allowing me to ask and answer questions. He did not do the work for me; he taught me the lesson in an extremely calm and patient manner, while also explaining the analysis of the charts we created, and asking me questions to see if I fully understood the interpretation.

Nicole, 1 lesson with Brian

Knows how to get where you need to go fast and with a lot less effort.

First off, Brian knows his stuff and he doesn't try to drag you out either for time or to over teach you. Also, I had no idea how fast he would get what I had to do. doing RStudio coding (Oh YUCK!) OMG, immediately He "GOT" what I needed help on. He also asked me to provide him stuff I needed ahead of time to NOT waste time. He also understood that I was in a time crunch, what I had to do wasn't easy, and I actually had a good time working with him. (I didn't feel so stupid-o) Brian is also Personable and Brilliant. If I had to do this all over again, (and thank GOD I don't) Brian would be the first person I called. I made my short window deadline. Thank you, Brian!

Kirsten, 2 lessons with Brian

Excellent Tutor and Teacher

Highly recommended for computer coding and statistics. Extremely knowledgeable and professional. Definitely recommend for any students who needs help on statistics and coding for college course work.

Christopher, 6 lessons with Brian

Excellent Tutor and Teacher

Highly recommended for computer coding and statistics. Extremely knowledgeable and professional. Definitely recommend for any students who needs help on statistics and coding for college course work.

Christopher, 6 lessons with Brian

Easy to understand and patient

Brian helped me go through a database that was created on GoogleSlides. I am unfamiliar with googleslides and the database wasn’t set up as it should have been. Brian worked through the kinks with me and was able to show me the basics. I came with a goal and left feeling accomplished. I am sure I will have future questions as I go along and I will be scheduling with Brian again when the questions arise. I felt the rate was fair and fitting especially for the quickness of his thought process and being able to problem solve and explain within seconds! Thank you Brian

Kayla, 1 lesson with Brian
Hourly Rate: $99
Response time: 42 minutes
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