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Stephen M.

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As a math major, I provided tutoring to classmates in the full range of math subjects. Following graduation I put my math and physics to practical use in military aviation. For the last five years I have been instructing a range of aviation topics, including both classroom and hands-on contexts. All of this has involved instructing math and physics.

I enjoy seeing a student grasp a new concept. I have found that every student learns differently. When an approach that works with one...

As a math major, I provided tutoring to classmates in the full range of math subjects. Following graduation I put my math and physics to practical use in military aviation. For the last five years I have been instructing a range of aviation topics, including both classroom and hands-on contexts. All of this has involved instructing math and physics.

I enjoy seeing a student grasp a new concept. I have found that every student learns differently. When an approach that works with one student doesn't work with the next, it is necessary to patiently present the concept differently until an approach works.

I am capable of tutoring almost any math subject, as well as several science subjects. However, I especially enjoy tutoring algebra, as I have found that most students who struggle with higher math are lacking a good foundation in algebra. If I can help you learn algebra well, it will prepare you to succeed in more advanced math and science classes.

I'm available nights and weekends. I look forward to hearing from you.

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Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I earned a B.S. in mathematics. Algebra 1 is foundational to all higher math. While tutoring algebra, I will pass on techniques and habit patterns that will be useful throughout your math studies.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

Algebra is fundamental to all follow-on mathematics. As a math major, I continued to apply algebra in other subjects throughout college. If I tutor you in algebra, I will also pass on techniques that will set you up for success in all higher math.
Calculus

Calculus

After taking calculus at both high school and college level, I continued to tutor calculus all the way through college. I have also taken the follow-on courses of differential equations, real analysis, and complex analysis, which often provide useful background to be able to explain calculus concepts. Some calculus courses include some of these advanced topics. I am experienced at explaining every aspect of calculus to students who are struggling.
Chemistry

Chemistry

While my major was math, not chemistry, there is a lot of math in chemistry. As such, I did well in chemistry at both high school and college level. I spent many hours helping my classmates with chemistry throughout college, so I have a good handle on explaining the complex concepts of chemistry in simple terms.
Discrete Math

Discrete Math

In addition to taking the Discrete Math course, I also took related courses in Abstract Algebra, Number Theory, Cryptology, and Combinatorics. This provides me additional depth on the range of topics in Discrete Math. As a senior project, I applied my number theory knowledge by researching, determining runtime, and formulating proofs of key principles for a factorization algorithm. As such, I specialize in number theory, but I look forward to helping you with all of the topics in Discrete Math.
Geometry

Geometry

As a math major, geometry has been integral to everything I've done. I've also applied geometry in a variety of aviation applications, so I can connect with real world usage. If you are struggling with a concept, I can break it down into simpler concepts or show how the concept applies in a different context.
Physics

Physics

I was a math major, not a physics major, but physics is mostly applied mathematics. Throughout college, I helped classmates with physics, so I have experience explaining complex physics concepts in simple terms. I also have the calculus background to help those taking physics courses that include applied calculus. I look forward to helping you succeed in physics.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

Believe it or not, trigonometry is really useful in the real world if you know how to use it. You'll use this in most of your other math courses as well as in practical applications if you learn it well enough. I have applied trigonometry throughout my college courses as well as in aviation, home renovation projects, and hobbies. I look forward to helping you succeed in trigonometry.
ACT Math
ASVAB
Differential Equations
Linear Algebra
Prealgebra
Precalculus
Probability
SAT Math
Statistics

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Excellent Physics tutor

Stephen has been working with my daughter (junior) for months. He seems to understand the best way to help her understand Physics and Calculus and she always walks away from each session with a better understanding.

Amy, 16 lessons with Stephen

excellent teacher.

Stephen knows exactly the right ways to teach math fast if you’re struggling! He is thorough, intelligent, and willing to change or rephrase if you’re having difficulty.

Val, 3 lessons with Stephen

very knowledgeable.

Stephen really helped me understand concepts I was struggling to comprehend. I had trouble in statistics class and he cleared it up for me. I plan of using him again!

Joel, 1 lesson with Stephen

Making Progress

My 15 year old grandson has some learning challenges. Unfortunately, he was well into the fall season when we finally found Stephen M. My grandson, from the very first session said that Stephen had really helped him and that he would have done better in the class had he had Stephen's help from the beginning of the semester. We feel so grateful to have Stephen's help now, to start the new semester!

Lynda, 44 lessons with Stephen

Patient and thorough tutor

Stephen was awesome and I would definitely purchase tutoring services with him again. Quick and straight to the point which was much appreciated. I told him that I had 0 stats experience and he helped me study for my final, very valuable.

Kaydee, 1 lesson with Stephen

Wonderful

Stephen is very knowledgeable about math and patiently helped my daughter with places where she was stuck. We very much appreciate his help!

Wendy, 2 lessons with Stephen

excellent teacher, very knowledgeable with the subject

I just had my first review session with Stephen and he did excellent by simplifying things for me to understand.He is very knowledgeable and patient.

Alpha, 2 lessons with Stephen

Knowledgeable!

He was able to understand my lack of understanding, provide examples related to my questions, and also responded very quickly to my questions and request for tutoring.

Ashly, 1 lesson with Stephen

amazingly smart!

Stephen knows math very well and can easily break it down into steps to where your understanding is. 10/10 would recommend for anyone struggling in math. He helped me with discrete mathematics 🧮 and was super helpful and patient.

Josh, 1 lesson with Stephen

Big Brain Time

Super duper smart, solved a difficult problem in minutes that previous other tutors failed to solve in hours. 160 characters are needed and here are my 160 characters.

Chao, 4 lessons with Stephen
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