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Experienced, Patient Math Tutor: K-12, SAT, Algebra 1/2, AP Prob/Stat
Kevin C.

4.9 (37 ratings)

80 hours tutoring

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I love math, love teaching, and love helping others realize and exceed their goals. These are rooted in a lifelong love of learning. I grew up in the DC area and I graduated first in my high school class. As a Dean's List student at University of Virginia, and later at the London School of Economics, I saw first-hand the ways in which a professor, instructor, or tutor with whom a student connects can make a meaningful and positive impact on their lives. These experiences have influenced my...

I love math, love teaching, and love helping others realize and exceed their goals. These are rooted in a lifelong love of learning. I grew up in the DC area and I graduated first in my high school class. As a Dean's List student at University of Virginia, and later at the London School of Economics, I saw first-hand the ways in which a professor, instructor, or tutor with whom a student connects can make a meaningful and positive impact on their lives. These experiences have influenced my professional career as well--I've received numerous awards related to training and mentoring more junior analysts, and even created a small-scale training institute.

I have tutored students in elementary math, algebra, pre-calculus, calculus, economics, and probability/statistics, with varying frequency, for the past 10 years. I started by tutoring friends and family members, but more recently have volunteered in math and homework clubs, including both school-based organizations, and civic organizations such as YMCA and SCAN of Northern Virginia.

I'm a firm believer that the best way to learn is to teach. My tutoring style is a practical, hands-on one. We first review foundational concepts, then apply them as we work through practice problems together. Then, I ask the student to explain back to me what they just heard (helping them along the way as needed, of course). The act of attempting to "teach" me (or someone else) the concepts at hand invariably reinforces those concepts and immediately guides us to the level of understanding needed to master the subject at hand. It also creates a more interactive, participatory environment for the student, who is able to take ownership of the content much more quickly. This "blended learning" technique has been highly effective for me in a variety of subjects and learning environments. It also ensures that each student is appropriately challenged and engaged, without being overwhelmed. Of course, I tailor the approach to the needs and learning styles of each individual student.

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Education

University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
Economics, Math
London School of Economics and Political Science
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $65
  • Rate details: Discounted rate available for longer sessions
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 10/2/2017

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I've taught, tutored, and mentored many friends, family, neighbors, and even large numbers of students in virtually all levels of math, through calculus. Algebra II is one of my favorite subjects to teach, because it's sophisticated enough to interesting, but it still simple enough to teach, thoroughly understand, and appreciate.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

I have taught and tutored elementary, middle school, and high school math for the past decade. I've helped family/friends, neighbors, and even larger groups of students at "Homework Clubs" attain a deeper understanding of the material, become more enthusiastic about it, improve their grades, and reach their academic goals.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I have tutored pre-algebra for over 10 years and am familiar with a variety of textbooks and curricula on the subject. I'm also highly familiar with the Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test, and am able to support students who are preparing to take it, or preparing to take similar standardized tests.
Precalculus

Precalculus

Minor in mathematics, with 20 years of experience using pre-calculus techniques in professional contexts and tutoring.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have four years of tutoring experience specific to the SAT Math section, with demonstrated improvement in test scores.
Statistics

Statistics

I have taken extensive coursework in both pure and applied probability and statistics at both the undergraduate and graduate levels at UVA and London School of Economics. I have daily applications of applied statistics in the context of risk and uncertainty analysis at my job.
Algebra 1
Geometry
Grammar
Probability
Spelling
Trigonometry

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Phenomenal Tutor

Great tutor. Really breaks down everything so a lifetime math dodger like myself can understand concepts and confidently apply them. We went over about 2 weeks worth of lessons from my grad class in one hour. No wasted effort. I highly recommend.

Ryan, 1 lesson with Kevin

Patient Tutor

More confident now for the upcoming exam. Walked through the problems step by step. Happy to have gotten help from Kevin to get unstuck on some of the concepts in Algebra 2.

James, 1 lesson with Kevin

Very knowledgeable, patient and straight-forward tutor

Our daughter, who has always been good at math, hit a "bump in the road" and started to lose her confidence. Her stress about an upcoming exam was very high. Kevin came, very prepared for the tutoring session and was very familiar with the Geometry curriculum for Arlington schools. Kevin worked with her and her confidence level soared. Her exam is today and she left for school happy as a clam :)

Susan, 1 lesson with Kevin

Knowledgeable!

Kevin came in and was able to do all of the AP Stats midterm review questions quickly. He was clear and straightforward in his explanations - very professional.

Cynthia, 1 lesson with Kevin

Patient and knowledgeable

Kevin did a great job reviewing a test with my son to review mistakes he made and how to avoid them in the future. The class is an honors Algebra 2/Trig class and that chapter test was particularly hard.

Candace, 1 lesson with Kevin

Knowledgeable and Good Communicator

Kevin demonstrates a mastery of AP Statistics subject matter, and my daughter was comfortable working with him. She expects her grade to improve with Kevin's help.

Jim, 1 lesson with Kevin

Great tutor!

Kevin was a wonderful tutor! He was patient, accommodating, knowledgeable, supportive and went above and beyond to help me get the knowledge and support I needed in the subject area. Highly recommend!

Tara, 1 lesson with Kevin

Precise and accurate coach

Kevin finds a students' strength, assesses how they can build and delivers instruction tailored to the individual. Pleasure meeting coaches who know their subject matter cold.

Brian, 1 lesson with Kevin

Very helpful lesson

Kevin helped my son the research statistics for TJ math. He was very knowledgeable on statistics and very helpful.

Soo, 1 lesson with Kevin

Great experience

Kevin was available on very short notice to help my son prepare for a trig test. There was a lot of material to cover and Kevin patiently explained everything. My son said Kevin was very knowledgeable and clear, more so than his teacher at school. The best part, my son earned an 89 on the test :)

Leigh, 1 lesson with Kevin
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