Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Castle Rock, CO

...During the upcoming year, I hope to help tutor those still in school not only to keep on my toes academically, but to help those who may be struggling with various subjects throughout their academic careers. There is no better feeling than watching someone have a eureka moment of understanding, and I look forward to meeting and working with new students. As a Colorado native, I love spending my free time hiking and climbing my...

...Zach Polonsky, and I am a junior at Colorado School of Mines, studying Engineering Physics. As a physics major, I know the importance of understanding the fundamentals of a subject before trying to focus on specifics, especially in math and science. I try to have a very flexible teaching style, as I know not everybody learns in the same way, and I will always come prepared to teach a subject in multiple ways depending on...

...every student has the ability to learn. Some learn at a faster pace and some take a little longer to process it. I also believe that not everyone learns the same way. It is my job as a tutor to figure out the best way to break things down in order for you to be successful. Outside of academics, I love watching and participating in a variety of sports. I am passionate about running and...

...and middle school aged students). I'm focused on math because of the importance it has in our daily lives. Aside from the ability to read, I don't think there is a skill that is in greater demand. That being said, I recognize that there are many aspects of Math that can be confusing. I like to employ chants and hand movements to help remember the vocabulary and methods necessary to be successful in Math. Outside...

...study session to someone who wants to take charge of their success. I like to build a framework of tools that students can use for their entire career, and I offer new ways of looking at old ideas. I hold a Master of Science in Physics, a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics, graduate studies in Aerospace Engineering, professional development in Business and Entrepreneurship, and years of research and development in engineering and software....

...for more than 10 years, in conjunction with over 20 years of programming and software QA. I love helping people find new ways of looking at problems to reveal solutions. My aptitude for math, programming and robotics stems from my true passion for music, especially music theory. I find that I'm not alone - that many of my technical colleagues share my musical leanings. Let me help you look at those tricky problems differently!... Ask, don't...

...and both undergraduate and graduate versions of Introduction to MATLAB. I also have experience volunteering as a tutor from elementary to high school levels. In addition to teaching, I have personal experience with the ACT, SAT, AP, IB, and MCAT exams. I would like to now use my teaching experience to help local students in the subjects I encountered during my undergraduate career. I love teaching and work to make learning as easy as possible...

...My educational background includes a Bachelors of Science in Mathematics from Pepperdine University, a Masters in Secondary Education specializing in curriculum and instruction from Grand Canyon University, a Masters in Business Administration from Arizona State University, and a Juris Doctorate from University of Denver. My extensive education is attributed to my desire to be the best in my field. In my spare time I enjoy Crossfit, trying new restaurants, and movie night Fridays with my...

...school and college level in math and history (Rutgers University - PhD, 1988) and advised many others informally as a banking and investment professional (Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), since 1994). Recently, I have become a math tutor, mentor and substitute teacher in the Denver Public School system and an historical adviser for a national high school competition focused on the U.S. Constitution. Since my approach to studying the past has been very comprehensive, I have...

...University of Michigan. I have taught college courses in psychology and organizational behavior, and recently received a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Northern Colorado. I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. My tutoring style emphasizes identifying and building upon student strengths, adapting my methods and explanations to best meet the needs of individual students. I enjoy helping students develop specific skills and meet their immediate goals, but I love...

...years I have worked in-person and online with students taking algebra, geometry, trigonometry, AP calculus AB, AP calculus BC, or preparing for the SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, or Accuplacer exams. My tutoring philosophy is quite simply, to engage the student, as opposed to just talking to them. The idea is to get them to do the problems, not me. Outside of mathematics, I love golf, tennis, and games of skill, like bridge and chess, and...

...love for math at a young age developed into my passion for showing others how great the subject can be once you have a grasp on it. I began tutoring in high school and have since expanded my network. My experience ranges from all subjects k-12 and expands into college-level calculus, finance, and algebra courses. Working one on one with students to develop their love and understanding for the subjects they are working on is...

I am a recent MBA grad who has experience working in business and public policy. I have written at a professional level and have experience doing economic research.

...studied at an IB high school and graduated with the highest marks in my class. I have 8 years and over 1000 hours of experience tutoring and teaching. I have tutored students age 7 - 22 in subjects from French to Math to Biology. As a tutor I am patient and kind. My goal is for all the people I work with to gain a deep understanding of the subject matter they are studying. I...

...a graduate student at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. When I am not studying, I enjoy practicing yoga, meditating, and hiking. I also like to tutor. I have been tutoring since I was in high school, helping classmates with homework, and I made a job out of it when I started college. As I majored in math, I tutor subjects like calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations. I also tutor high school physics and...

...University of Colorado with a degree in History. I have taught high school Math and History as well as History in the middle school setting. I really love math because it shows how to think critically and solve problems. I love history because you think critically and you can make and defend arguments and compare the arguments from the past to the present. I will support the students by teaching them important study skills as...

...BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from the Universities of Michigan and Washington, respectively. My research and professional work have included automotive engineering, healthcare IT, and renewable energy. I have tutored elementary and high school mathematics and am available to tutor all math subjects up to and including AP Calculus AB and Physics. While the mechanics of math problems is important, I think solving real-world applications of mathematics is the true test of how well...

...high school students in science and math courses, and have really enjoyed the opportunity to encourage enthusiasm for their classes during these sessions. I work to help my students understand the material at a conceptual level so that they can build upon what they have learned in the future, and also focus on organization in problem-solving methods. Outside of tutoring, I study physical therapy at UCD and spend my free time running and hiking with...

...tutor, I especially enjoy helping students write college and graduate school applications. (One of my students was accepted to Harvard.) I also enjoy helping with resumes and preparing for job interviews. After completing my MBA at Bushnell University, I was invited to return to teach as an Associate Professor, I taught communication, writing, presentation skills, and a myriad of other business classes. I believe in a positive approach to teaching, i.e., we find your strengths...

...to their lives. My goal is to change that perception by finding parallels between the subject matter and the modern world. History is so much more than a list of names and dates to be memorized. In order to truly understand the modern world one must be aware of how it came to be. If I can connect historical events to issues and ideas that matter to the student they will be much more receptive...