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Michael W.

4.8 (67 ratings)

311 hours tutoring

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Math and More tutor
Math and More tutor
Michael W.

4.8 (67 ratings)

311 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.8 (67 ratings)

311 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Michael

Bio

My name is Michael. I have worked as a teacher at all grades levels from 3 through college. I served as a school principal for 11 years as well. I am currently teaching math at a local college, and also working with educational video. I have written two math textbooks. However, I am also able to teach history, literature, and writing. I enjoy working with students of all ages, and adapting my instruction to the needs and style of the student.

My name is Michael. I have worked as a teacher at all grades levels from 3 through college. I served as a school principal for 11 years as well. I am currently teaching math at a local college, and also working with educational video. I have written two math textbooks. However, I am also able to teach history, literature, and writing. I enjoy working with students of all ages, and adapting my instruction to the needs and style of the student.

Education

Yale College, Yale University
undergrad
University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, Philadelphia
Graduate Coursework
Jewish Theological Seminary of America, NY, NY
Graduate Coursework

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Subjects

Business

GRE, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word

Computer

Computer Science,

Computer Science

I have been involved in working with computers for over 20 years. I began working with computers when the Apple II was popular, and learned Basic and Logo at that time to program the machine. Since then I have taken online courses in Java and Python to extend my knowledge and skills. I am also proficient with products such as Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access and Publisher. With my relatively good math background, I continue to do my best to understand major topics in computer science, such as program design principles and Internet applications.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word

Corporate Training

Hebrew,

Hebrew

I am a fluent Hebrew speaker, and an experienced Bar/t Mitzvah tutor. I lived in Israel for a year. I attended Ulpan in Israel and classes at Hebrew University. I attended Jewish Theological Seminary as an education student for two years, taking courses in Bible, Talmud and Jewish literature. I worked as a teacher and principal at several Jewish day schools, where I spoke Hebrew with Israeli staff and taught classes in Hebrew language and Jewish texts. I have studied Bible in depth, with Hebrew commentaries, and study Talmud and Zohar regularly.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Statistics

Elementary Education

Elementary Math

English

ACT English, ACT Reading, English, Writing

History

American History

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Have taught algebra for 20+ years using hands on methods. Wrote Algebra textbook for Harcum College. Highly individualized approach.
Calculus,

Calculus

Have taught calculus for 20+ years using hands on methods. Highly personalized approach.
Algebra 2, English, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, SAT Math, Statistics, Writing

Language

Hebrew

Hebrew

I am a fluent Hebrew speaker, and an experienced Bar/t Mitzvah tutor. I lived in Israel for a year. I attended Ulpan in Israel and classes at Hebrew University. I attended Jewish Theological Seminary as an education student for two years, taking courses in Bible, Talmud and Jewish literature. I worked as a teacher and principal at several Jewish day schools, where I spoke Hebrew with Israeli staff and taught classes in Hebrew language and Jewish texts. I have studied Bible in depth, with Hebrew commentaries, and study Talmud and Zohar regularly.

Math

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Have taught algebra for 20+ years using hands on methods. Wrote Algebra textbook for Harcum College. Highly individualized approach.
Calculus,

Calculus

Have taught calculus for 20+ years using hands on methods. Highly personalized approach.
ACT Math, Algebra 2, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, SAT Math, Statistics, Trigonometry

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Have taught algebra for 20+ years using hands on methods. Wrote Algebra textbook for Harcum College. Highly individualized approach.
Calculus,

Calculus

Have taught calculus for 20+ years using hands on methods. Highly personalized approach.
Algebra 2, English, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Statistics, Writing

Special Needs

ADHD

ADHD

I have worked for 30+ years in schools and colleges as a teacher, tutor and school principal. I have worked directly with ADD/ADHD students as a teacher, and supervised and supported other teachers in working with such students. I have designed resource room support services for students with ADHD and/or other issues that can interfere with learning. I have been trained by individual psychologists in understanding the issues that these students present, as well as in developing strategies to help the students progress, and to help teachers manage such students in class. I am familiar with medications that ADD/ADHD students may take, and the implications and consequences of use and misuse of the medications. As a teacher I am flexible, and enjoy the challenge of adapting to the needs of ADHD students.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Have taught algebra for 20+ years using hands on methods. Wrote Algebra textbook for Harcum College. Highly individualized approach.
Calculus,

Calculus

Have taught calculus for 20+ years using hands on methods. Highly personalized approach.
Algebra 2, GED, Geometry, SAT Math, Statistics, Writing

Test Preparation

ACT English, ACT Math, ACT Reading, GED, GRE, PSAT, SAT Math

Examples of Expertise

Michael has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 10 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews

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See all reviews good job helped me feel confident short notice wonderful tutor helped my son

knowledgeable and patient tutor

Michael is helping our son prepare for his Bar Mitzvah service. He seems knowledgeable, patient and methodical in his deliverance of the material. It is early still in the arduous process of Mirzvah prep, but we think Michael's calm and succinct demeanor is resonating well with our son. We hope it will continue to inspire our son's commitment to the study requirements.

Pnina, 1 lesson with Michael

Great Calculus tutor!

Helps me to anticipate topics and get ahead. He is patient and is great at explaining concepts. I enjoy working with him on problems.

Edward, 23 lessons with Michael

Very knowledgeable tutor

Michael is very knowledgeable tutor. For my daughter he was patient, friendly and easy to understand. He explained the concepts very well. My daughter enjoyed his lesson and gained a lot from his lesson. She is more confident in this particular math concept now. We would highly recommend him as a tutor.

Natalia, 1 lesson with Michael

On Time and Flexible Tutor

Helped explain core concepts. Able to explain the material and make it understandable. ( calculus 2). Very easy to understand. On time and flexible. Made it as easy as possible to work out.

Nancy, 4 lessons with Michael

Built confidence!

Today's lesson went wonderfully. My daughter has been frustrated and came home with a huge smile and you could tell something just clicked. Wonderful tutor!

Lauren , 16 lessons with Michael

Good Math Tutor

Michael was able to help my son get prepared for his final math test in a pinch. He was able to get out and meet with him twice on short notice. My son felt he was knowledgeable of the material and did a good job explaining things. My son feels much more confident about this final test than he did previously.

Ron, 1 lesson with Michael
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