I’ve been teaching and tutoring students in math for more than 20 years, so I get how tough it can be sometimes. But I also know how to overcome bad experiences in math classes and get passed the anx... iety that can stop learning from happening. I believe that learning is about the whole person. You can’t be an effective learner if you are feeling blocked or anxious, and I’ve see that happen all too often with math. So first I try to show how you can be successful and feel good about your learning, even if it starts with one problem or concept. I love when I can help one of my students break through the frustration and hopelessness of “I just don’t get it.” and get to the moment of “Oh! I see it now!” That’s why I teach. My knowledge and experience comes from years of teaching Math in GED and alternative education programs. I’ve also tutored students one-one-one in math from early grades to college. I have literally helped hundreds of students who started with saying “I’m just not a math person” to achieve success in the subject by passing a test, improving a grade in a course, or just gaining the confidence to keep going. My approach is flexible, but not slack. I start where you are, not where someone says you should be. I determine the knowledge you already have and show you how you can build on it. I am very patient when I’m going over difficult material, and I will break complicated problem solving into a series of smaller more manageable steps. I have lots of techniques to memorize the most essential facts and make it more fun. My students tell me I'm able to explain things well. I'm also good at helping people examine their study habits and suggesting ways to improve them. I hope I can have the chance help you do better and feel better about studying math!read more

First thing you need to know: I love learning and helping people. I have more than 20 years of experience as a teacher, tutor, adult education program manager and tutor trainer. My specialty is adul... t basic education (adult literacy, basic and high school math, all GED subjects, college readiness) but I also love working with kids and teens. I believe that learning is about the whole person. The important thing to me is seeing how what you learn helps you grow. Even if you are struggling with a difficult and dreaded subject, I try to show how you can be successful and feel good about your learning. My favorite moments are when I am helping someone who has been feeling stuck discover a new way to understand. The light bulb goes on. The frustration lifts. A smile comes back. That feeling is the reason I teach. My approach is flexible, but not slack. I like to have fun with learning, but I also recognize the importance of meeting goals and getting results. My students tell me I'm able to explain things well. I'm also good at helping people examine their study habits and suggesting ways to improve them. I have done plenty of test prep though I prefer to make it about more than just passing the test. I know how important it is to achieve success on tests and in grades, but for me real learning is so much more than just a passing score or a report card. Right now, I spend most of my time in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of New York State, and I no longer teach full time. Although I still have a passion for educating, I also love to travel and be outdoors, camping or hiking with my dog. I decided to move my teaching and tutoring online so I could spend more time so I could have the flexibility to do what brings me joy. Thanks for reading this. Good luck, and if you are ready to get the learning process started, I hope I'll hear from you!read more