Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Houston, TX

...student has his or her own strengths and weaknesses. This allows me to use practice problems from trusted resources along with problems that I craft on my own to ensure that the student's weak points are properly tended. Additionally, designing each session based on the individual prevents from wasting time covering material that he/she is already proficient in. I have a wide range of experience as a tutor. Since my freshmen year in college, I...

...great pride in developing individualized tutoring programs for my students based on their specific needs and goals. I previously taught high school for several years and also have tutoring experience in a wide variety of subject areas. At this time, I focus almost exclusively on assisting students seeking top scores on graduate admissions exams, including the GRE, GMAT and LSAT. In my free time I enjoy watching all kinds of sports, reading, playing board games,...

...I enjoy tutoring for math as that is a subject I am very passionate about and would love to teach one day. With a desire to teach high school students and help them excel in testing situations, I look forward to sharing test taking strategies in order to help others succeed. My goal is to ensure that the students I work with leave feeling confident in their own abilities and prepared to think critically to...

...all students. Knowing first what the need is of the student/learner, next create and implement procedures that will best accommodate that learners needs and style of learning. Prior to graduate school, I have 20 years of teaching experience in the Texas public school systems. I am certified to teach grades K-6, all subjects. I have had the opportunity to teach G.E.D. and ESL to adults in the mid 90's, this was a pilot program called...

...to them to be a difficult subject. I enjoy working with students of all ages, including adults that have returned to college. I am still getting to know Houston. I'm a busy mommy and my most important trip of the day is to go to the park with my little girls. When I do have spare time, I enjoy baking a variety of goodies, reading, watching movies, and dancing to music on the radio.

...such as Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Biochemistry, General Math and Chemistry. I believe that the use of technology in medicine will vastly improve medical practices and innovations. These classes will assist me in gaining profound knowledge in the sciences. I am willing to tutor subjects such as Chemistry, Math, Writing, and any IB class/topics. In addition to classwork, I am also a member of the medical honor society, Alpha Epsilon Delta, and the American Medical Student...

...different schools around the world. I have worked with students from kindergarten to middle school in many different subject areas. I love the learning process, and figuring out how to best design a lesson for a specific student so that learning is fun, engaging and meaningful. For me, learning is not about drilling memorization facts. My ultimate goal with students is to make a connection with them and bring alive pre-algebra, phonics, the questioning mechanics...

...confident foundation of the basics. I have experience in working with students ranging from children in pre-academic years to young adult in pursuit of a college degree. During my undergraduate years, I was involved in the founding and management of a program tutoring youth who had classroom troubles or learning disabilities such as dyslexia and ADD. My friendly personality, quick-critical thinking skills and ability to adapt to various learning styles allow me to create innovative...

...if they wish to pick up new or difficult subjects as quickly as possible. As a tutor, I encourage students to study the principles of learning and the latest discoveries of neuroscience that seem to be universal to all mammalian brains. Some of these techniques include mind-mapping, speed reading, the Feynman technique, bipolar learning curves, and many more proven ways to increase information processing, retention, and working memory. In addition to applying advanced study techniques,...

...to explain the problem and have the student teach it to me to make sure everything is understood. I also love giving helpful hints and shortcuts on solving certain equations. I think that I am a very flexible person when it comes to my tutoring style. I know that everyone learns differently and it is my duty to do everything in my power to help my students succeed. If one explanation isn't quite getting through,...

...my dream of becoming an administrator. For the past 7 years, I have been teaching 6th and 7th grade Science. I love teaching Science because it's so hands on. During this time I have helped numerous students with all different kinds of learning styles and abilities. I have been involved in numerous after school and before school tutoring sessions with students to help them get caught up on material or to expand their learning of...

...minor in either business or education. Most of my tutoring experienced comes from being tutored myself, so I hope to improve on the ways that were brought onto me and extending other ways forward. I tutor computer science and mathematics as they are required for my degree, thus I must excel at them. My tutoring style is hands on with a emphasis on explaining things in a new way if an older way did not...

Worked for 7 years in energy trading and a graduate of University of Houston with a degree in Economics. The goal is to make individuals things simple while weaving together the larger story. I like to make sure to provide relevant and current examples to exemplify the importance of what you're learning. My pastimes include cycling, gardening, astronomy, camping, reading, and watching movies/TV

...can accommodate two types of services -- 1) homework and test prep assistance and 2) long term remedial education. The former is a guided study session. The latter is a bit more intricate. Remedial services include: a customized curriculum designed to target the student's specific needs and cater to their unique learning style; periodical assessments to determine progress and areas of difficulty; and engaging games and puzzles to sharpen critical thinking. Each session will challenge...

...usually try to solve things myself. However, I struggled a lot when the time for my SAT came around--to the point where I actually ended up needing a tutor myself for the math portion! Nonetheless, I acknowledged the power of tutoring when I ended up surpassing my own expectations for the exam! I wish to spread the benefits of knowledge and confidence in younger students. Thanks again for choosing Varsity Tutors and I look forward...

...don't see tutoring as a means to finding an answer, but rather an opportunity to learn and visualize the problems and learn more about the problems themselves. I have always enjoyed math because it is one of the only subjects that you can always prove your answer to be correct with concrete evidence. I am a very patient person and won't give up on my students because I know that everyone is capable of solving...

...many others depend (such as physics and chemistry). I relish the challenge of problem solving that mathematics provides. For me, it is an endlessly intriguing subject, as the discipline appears limitless, allowing so much scope for further study and research. I believe I am a well-rounded mathematician. Pure mathematics is my personal favorite because of its focus on thought processes and problem solving techniques. I hope to make math go from your least favorite subject...

...of practical skills and allows me to be able to relate to students of all ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds. As someone who also receives tutoring, I completely understand how difficult and frustrating learning can be at times. I believe this perspective allows me to really be able to engage with my students. Lastly, my ability to motivate and inspire others is a very significant contribution that I am confident I can bring to the...

...struggling to master a new concept, as a teacher it is my job to be the fertilizer, to help them get pass whatever difficulties they may face. As a tutor I strive to be that same support. My students will do more than memorize information, they will learn and take ownership of the material. With hard work and resilience I believe anything can me mastered, and I will work with my students till they see...

...I later went to Howard University, in Washington D.C., where I majored in Biology, but I later discovered that I didn't quite satiate my curiosity for science. After college, I went to school part-time, at the University of Houston. While there, I completed several classes, such as Biochemistry I, Biochemistry II, Endocrinology and Human Physiology. Soon after, I was presented with the opportunity to teach at a local charter school, here in Houston. I first...