Experienced HS Math Teacher | IB Maths, Algebra to Calculus

Ann H.

I’m a high school math teacher with over 12 years of classroom teaching experience. I've taught everything from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus. I also have 10 years of experience teaching International Baccalaureate Mathematics curriculum. I enjoy helping students make sense of topics that can initially feel confusing or overwhelming. Working with high school students every day has given me experience explaining concepts in different ways, identifying gaps in understanding, and helping students build on what they already know.

My approach is patient, practical, and focused on understanding; not just getting the right answer. I break problems into manageable steps and explain why each step works. When one explanation doesn’t click, I try another approach, whether that means using a visual, connecting the concept to a familiar example, or reviewing a foundational skill. I want students to feel comfortable asking questions and sharing where they’re stuck.

In a tutoring session, I would start by learning what the student is working on and where they need support. We might review class notes, work through an example together, and then practice similar problems with gradually less guidance. Asking students to explain their thinking helps me see what they understand and what still needs clarification. My goal is for students to leave with strategies they can use independently, not just a completed assignment.

I know that struggling with math can affect a student’s confidence. I want students to know that needing a different explanation or more practice does not mean they aren’t capable. My goal is to help them become more confident, independent problem solvers.