I hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education and have more than 25 years of experience helping students understand mathematics. I am an Ohio Math Specialist and am certified in dyscalculia. I specialize in working with students who struggle with math, have gaps in their foundational understanding, or have lost confidence in their ability to be successful.
If your child can follow an example but gets stuck when the problem looks different, struggles with word problems, relies heavily on...
I hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education and have more than 25 years of experience helping students understand mathematics. I am an Ohio Math Specialist and am certified in dyscalculia. I specialize in working with students who struggle with math, have gaps in their foundational understanding, or have lost confidence in their ability to be successful.
If your child can follow an example but gets stuck when the problem looks different, struggles with word problems, relies heavily on memorized steps, or says “I just don't get math,” I can help. I work to figure out what is getting in the way of your child's understanding and then provide targeted instruction to address those needs.
I don't believe tutoring should simply mean helping a student finish homework. I want students to understand what they are doing and why it works. I use visual models, drawings, examples, multiple strategies, discussion, and problem solving to help students make connections and develop a deeper understanding of mathematics.
I begin by looking at what a student already understands and identifying the gaps or misconceptions that may be getting in the way. From there, I tailor instruction to the student's needs and adjust as we see progress. Whether a student needs help with elementary foundations, Pre-Algebra, or Algebra 1, my goal is to help them become a more confident and independent mathematical thinker.
