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GRE, Calculus, Discrete Math, Geometry Specialist w/ Graduate Degrees
Ron K.

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Hello, I'm Ron. Thank you for considering me to tutor math!

In addition to my listed specialties, I am happy to teach just about any high school math class (including IB), various undergraduate courses, Business Calculus, competition preparation, adult learners, etc.

I have a M.A. in Mathematics from a top school (UC Berkeley), an Education Specialist (post-Masters) degree in Math Education, and a co-major in Computer Science. I was a certified high school math teacher in the State of...

Hello, I'm Ron. Thank you for considering me to tutor math!

In addition to my listed specialties, I am happy to teach just about any high school math class (including IB), various undergraduate courses, Business Calculus, competition preparation, adult learners, etc.

I have a M.A. in Mathematics from a top school (UC Berkeley), an Education Specialist (post-Masters) degree in Math Education, and a co-major in Computer Science. I was a certified high school math teacher in the State of Georgia and the Province of Ontario. I taught high school briefly, at a community college for two years, and at the university undergraduate level as a graduate student. I tutored math for hundreds of hours.

I have recently returned to tutoring after some years. Meanwhile, I have had a successful career as a Software Engineer (mostly in the I.T. of a financial services corporation). My work in that world has honed my communication and mentoring skills.

My tutoring approach is simple: We go with the problems or questions that YOU are having. YOU set the agenda. Spending an entire session on a single question until you understand it clearly is much more valuable than rifling through a big set of problems in a superficial manner. Above all, my goal is to boost your confidence in tackling mathematical challenges.

In the process of solving problems, we will make use of strategies that probably sound familiar and intuitive but are underutilized: Draw a Diagram, Make a List, Solve a Simpler Related Problem, Work Backwards, etc.

If "Back-to-Square-One" instruction is needed, then that is what we will do: At your own pace. Pinpointed to where you actually need it.

Communication will be key in our sessions: I will ask you to verbalize your thinking through problems: This will actually help you solve them. Even when studying on your own, I strongly recommend thinking out loud.

Please contact me to learn more! Happy to schedule a FREE 10-minute consultation phone/video call.

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Education

York University
Mathematics, Computer Science, Education
UC Berkeley
Masters
University of Georgia
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  • Hourly Rate: $85
  • Rate details: Full price of booked session is charged, even if you arrive late or leave early. If my fault, you will only be charged for actual time spent.
  • Lesson cancellation: 20 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 4/10/2023

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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ACT Math

ACT Math

I find immense joy in tutoring ACT Math prep, as I love demystifying mathematical concepts and making them engaging. With strong credentials including perfect scores when I try the ACT Math, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate its challenges, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach. Unsure if we're a fit? I would be happy to schedule a FREE 10-minute consultation phone or video call.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I love algebra! I studied it at the graduate level (look up Groups, Rings, and Fields if you have nothing better to do; they don't mean what you think!), and I've taught and tutored it at every level from middle school through college freshmen. With strong credentials, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate the challenges of Algebra, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach. Unsure if we're a fit? I would be happy to schedule a FREE 10-minute consultation phone or video call.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I love algebra! I studied it at the graduate level (look up Groups, Rings, and Fields if you have nothing better to do; they don't mean what you think!), and I've taught and tutored it at every level from middle school through college freshmen. With strong credentials, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate the challenges of Algebra, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach.
Calculus

Calculus

Calculus is often taught as a "cookbook" of formulas and procedures to memorize, but this approach quickly breaks down as problems become more complex. I specialize in helping students develop a deep, intuitive understanding of Calculus. My goal is for students to see the motion, change, and accumulation behind derivatives and integrals, so that formulas feel like natural consequences of reasoning rather than rules to memorize. I support students across the full spectrum of secondary and university mathematics: AP AND IB CURRICULA (AB, BC, AA, AI) I focus on the key conceptual "leaps" that students find most challenging. We build a rigorous in LIMITS AND CONTINUITY ensuring students truly understand what a limit represents — not just how to compute one. For RELATED RATES and OPTIMIZATION, we emphasize visualizing how quantities change together, so students can track relationships instead of guessing equations. For BC and IB Analysis (AA) students, we demystify SERIES CONVERGENCE AND ERROR BOUNDS by connecting them to approximation — understanding how infinite processes build finite results, why they work, and how accurate they are. Students move beyond memorizing tests to recognizing patterns and behavior. COLLEGE CALCULUS SEQUENCE (CALC 1 - 4) I provide targeted support across the full university sequence, from core differentiation and integration to the challenges of MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS. At the advanced level, I use geometric and physics-based analogies to make abstract ideas tangible. Students learn to see VECTOR FIELDS as fluid flow, and to interpret GRADIENT, CURL, AND DIVERGENCE as meaningful physical behaviors. This transforms multiple integrals and line integrals from procedural tasks into concepts they can reason through. As a former teacher with a Master’s in Mathematics and Education, I don’t believe in shortcutting understanding. I equip students with the thinking tools needed to reach logical certainty. This approach not only improves grades, but prepares students for the demands of unive
Discrete Math

Discrete Math

I have a B.A. in Mathematics and Computer Science, and an M.A. in Pure Mathematics. In pursuing those, I have taken many courses and otherwise studied topics that fall under the "Discrete Math" umbrella: Various Algebra, Probability, Statistics, Combinatorics, Logic, Set Theory, Number Theory.
Finite Math

Finite Math

I have a B.A. in Mathematics and Computer Science, and an M.A. in Pure Mathematics. In pursuing those, I have taken many courses and otherwise studied topics that fall under the "Finite Math" umbrella: Linear Algebra, Probability, Statistics, Logic, Set Theory, Game Theory.
Geometry

Geometry

Geometry is often the first time students move away from calculations and into formal logic and proofs. For many, it feels like learning a new language. I specialize in helping students develop a geometric intuition — the ability to "see" why a theorem must be true before trying to prove it. Whether we are mastering Two-Column Proofs, exploring coordinate geometry, or developing spatial reasoning, my goal is to help students realize that the math is not just a collection of random rules, but a system that actually makes sense. As a former teacher with a Master’s in Mathematics and Education, I don’t believe in "short-cutting" understanding. My approach is patient and visual, using clear diagrams and real-world analogies to build a solid conceptual foundation. I don’t just help students find the answer; I teach them how to justify their reasoning, which is the essential bridge to success in Honors and AP-track Geometry. My goal is to equip students with the thinking tools they need for high-level math and beyond. I would be happy to schedule a free 10-minute consultation via phone or video to discuss your student's specific goals and how we can unlock their potential in Geometry.
GRE

GRE

I find immense joy in tutoring GRE Quantitative prep, as I love demystifying mathematical concepts and making them engaging. With strong credentials including perfect scores when I try the GRE-Q, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate its challenges, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach. Unsure if we're a fit? I would be happy to schedule a FREE 10-minute consultation phone or video call.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I love teaching Precalculus, for the variety of problem types! With strong credentials, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate its challenges, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach. Unsure if we're a fit? I would be happy to schedule a FREE 10-minute consultation phone or video call.
Probability

Probability

I love teaching Probability! Who's NOT thrilled by chance, randomness, and the Law of Large Numbers :) ? With strong credentials, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate its challenges, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach. Unsure if we're a fit? I would be happy to schedule a FREE 10-minute consultation phone or video call.
PSAT

PSAT

I find immense joy in tutoring PSAT Math prep, as I love demystifying mathematical concepts and making them engaging. With strong credentials including perfect scores when I try the PSAT Math, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate its challenges, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I find immense joy in tutoring SAT Quantitative prep, as I love demystifying mathematical concepts and making them engaging. SAT math questions often have subtle "gotchas" or trick endings which are generally not found in school curriculum tests; I enjoy helping students handle these with consistency and confidence. With strong credentials including perfect scores when I try the SAT-Q, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate its challenges, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I enjoy trigonometry for its visual element, and how shapes relate to numbers. With strong credentials, I'm well-prepared to help students navigate its challenges, fostering confidence and success through a personalized and patient problem-solving approach. Unsure if we're a fit? I would be happy to schedule a FREE 10-minute consultation phone or video call.
Elementary Math
Prealgebra

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A great teacher. Very patient, knowledgeable, thorough, and professional.

Ron is a great teacher. He knows the topics and understands how to solve the problems instantly. He explains things in a way that helps students truly understand how to solve problems. He explains the concepts patiently and shows that he cares about the student's growth. He makes sure the student really knows the content. His lesson is neither too fast nor too slow. Those paces are easy for students to follow and understand. His summary after every lesson is beneficial and explains the essence of the lesson. I highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a good tutor.

Jamie, 5 lessons with Ron

excellent tutor

Ron was able to help my daughter fill in the missing concepts in her multi variable calculus class that was causing her challenges. He helped her visualize the problems, rather than solely answer the problem. He quickly helped identify her issues that enabled her to make forward progress. Well done.

Alicia, 19 lessons with Ron

Knowledgeable and adaptable

Ron did a great job teaching concepts to my daughter from her Differential Calculus class. She had to miss a class and there were no problems online for her to review with him. Instead, we told Ron about the concepts covered and he created an hour long introduction and review of those concepts so that she'll be up to speed for her next class. Greatly appreciated!

Michelle, 2 lessons with Ron

Great session!

Ron is great, patient, and really knows his stuff. He is good at understanding the best pace for teaching and breaking down tough topics in Calculus AB. I like that he has his camera on during teaching - makes the session more engaging and easy to follow. I have had other tutors that don't have the camera on and that makes things more difficult.

Kate, 6 lessons with Ron

Knowledgeable and Helpful!

Ron moved at a great pace, and he listened and addressed the road blocks. After 1 lesson, I already feel more confident in my test taking skills. Looking forward to the next tutoring session with him.

Michelle, 3 lessons with Ron

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

Ron was very patient and thoroughly went over with me the steps/procedures in solving the problems. Ron even followed up with me the next day to make sure I understood the problems.

Andy, 3 lessons with Ron

Knowledge and Experience tutor

We had two sections with Ron, and he is amazing. He is so patience with my son. He is providing tutoring for AP calculus BC and my son is very happy. He is very engaging and provide step by step guidance to my son. I highly recommend him.

Jackeline, 3 lessons with Ron

Great review before a test!

Ron helped my daughter prepare for her AP Calculus test. It really boosted her confidence and helped clarify the topics that were confusing her. Definitely recommend!

Karin, 1 lesson with Ron

Patient and helpful tutor.

Ron is always ready to carefully explain things to you in a way you understand. He is comfortable dealing with any kind of math, and can assist you across multiple platforms.

Sherri , 31 lessons with Ron

Great tutor

He was very helpful, a great teacher with patience. He explained the subject in a way that was easier for my son to comprehend. He tutored my son in AP calculus. We will schedule again.

Claudia, 1 lesson with Ron
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