Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Pittsburgh, PA

...attained by progressing through small, manageable incremental steps. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Science from Texas Christian University and an Elementary Education Teaching Certificate from the University of Pittsburgh.I have worked with children and middle school students in various settings for 26 years.From 1998-2005 I assisted the Special Education Teacher in a Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Learning Support Classroom that was part of the Pittsburgh Public School System. Spanning the years...

I believe all students can learn, but each student needs to have their own unique approach to learning. I have taught for over thirty years and I have found nothing is more gratifying than seeing the smile on a student's face when they grasp a new concept. Sometimes if takes a lot of patience for the student and the teacher, but when a learning goal is achieved, it makes all worthwhile.... I believe that each student...

...creating the appropriate atmosphere.I try to create such an atmosphere, by helping students think out loud, reflect on experiences, identify problems, and develop solutions.I keep current with materials, and educational strategies, all of which help to promote learning in my students. On a more personal note,not only am I creative in my approach to teaching, I also create jewelry, which I sell on Etsy. I have raised three children, who have grown and flown, and...

...high school students and a teacher's aide for elementary school students so I am also well prepared for a teaching role. I am knowledgeable and ready to tutor in Geometry, Anatomy, Philosophy, and Psychology, but am very capable of tutoring in many other areas. My favorite subject to tutor in would have to be Anatomy/Physiology because I find the human body to be a fascinating machine. When I'm not pursuing more academic interests, I am...

My name is Rebecca. I have a B.A. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science as well as a D.P.T. I have a passion for teaching students who have special needs. The subjects that I specialize in are anatomy, reading, writing, and grammar. I enjoy working with and have had past experience working with students from grade 3 to grade 11. ... I strive to help students achieve their academic goals through effective teaching tools and personal attention.

...a variety of ways of learning so they are able to reach their full academic potential. My patient personality has proved beneficial while working with young students. All students learn at their own pace and I believe it is important for any teacher to respect that pace. My favorite elementary subjects to tutor are phonics, reading, and writing. Since I was little I have loved reading and I encourage my students to allow themselves to...

Hello! My name is Nicole and I have been with Varsity Tutors since 2015. I am a licensed family law attorney, but in my spare time, I tutor to help students achieve their dreams. I believe that learning can be fun and the more people I can convince of that, the better! In my spare time, I enjoy long distance running, reading horror novels and hanging out with my calico cat, Webby.

...(alternative education) teacher, resource room teacher, and teaching small groups inside and outside the general education classroom. I also spent two summers teaching inmates skills needed to attain their GED skills at a medium security facility; this was a real learning about life experience for me. I have also taught piano lessons throughout my teaching career, and have always looked for ways to teach and enhance academics through music and the arts. My favorite subjects...

I am a graduate from The University of Texas at Arlington. I received my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am a nurse, and I am a tutor. I tutor Math and Chinese. Being able to help others gain confidence and independence in Math and Chinese is my uttermost privilege and pleasure. Outside of my job and housework, I enjoy reading, writing, and jogging.

...of Pittsburgh! I originally hail from the DC area. I have been tutoring for about 2 years and have a lot of experience because my family has a huge teaching background. I am majoring in biochemistry and psychology but I love to write and read books! I love to tutor not only because I love to teach but also because I love to meet new people and help people lead happier lives.... My teaching philosophy is...

...students with, subjects involving math or politics have been my favorite, because both challenge me to think creatively and critically. My tutoring philosophy is to help create independent and critical thinkers. My style reflects this style: The ultimate goal in every tutoring session is NOT to get the right answers, but to understand the concepts being taught and to be able to apply that understanding to a variety of situations. Outside of working with students,...

...math. Two years ago, I went back to school and began my journey towards becoming a Chemical Engineer. I have started out at Community College of Allegheny County and plan to finish my degree at the University of Pittsburgh. While at CCAC, I began to tutor students and developed a passion for it, particularly when it comes to mathematics. Exploring the language of mathematics can be incredibly fun, challenging and rewarding, this is something I...

...County and am soon transferring to the University of Pittsburgh to finish a degree in Statistics. I currently work as a self-taught computer programmer, and am using the same love of learning that gave me this job to help other students. In 2009, I began tutoring three students who were failing their Honors Chemistry class at the end of the first quarter. By the end of the year, two had B's and one had a...

...graduate of Slippery Rock University and I have been teaching in public schools for ten years. My certifications include Elementary K-6, Special Education N-12, Mid-Level Mathematics 7-9 and ESL. Currently, I am employed as an Inclusion Special Education teacher in Pittsburgh Public School District working in math classrooms. I also coach middle school girls basketball. My specialty is working with struggling learners. I live in the Monroeville area and am available evenings and weekend.

...such as stock markets and physics. I believe that math is understood best through applicable examples. Currently, I am a computer science master’s student at the University of Pittsburgh. I recently graduated from John’s Hopkins University with a master’s in secondary education, and prior to this, I earned my bachelor of science in industrial engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. Beyond learning and tutoring, I enjoy being outdoors and doing activities, such as camping, biking,...

...obtained my teaching degree from Northern Kentucky University and I am certified to teach PreK-5th grade. I have tutored and taught all subjects and I have used a variety of teaching strategies. I mostly enjoy teaching reading and writing. Reading is extremely powerful for a child and is so enjoyable! I am dedicated to making a positive difference in your child's academic career. Outside of teaching I enjoy playing tennis, reading, and playing with my...

My personal statement is that I should be teaching students tools to learn, not just facts. How we learn is just as important as WHAT we learn.... My teaching philosophy has always been to meet a students needs. Teaching according to HOW they learn.... I typically build a positive rapport with my students. Having a common ground is necessary for learning as well as teaching.... I help a student become an independent learner by providing scaffolding....

...the "strict" rules of written grammar and the "open-ended" rules of content organization. To learn to write, a student must learn to express ideas, and in this setting, tutors and students can truly get to know each other. The most effective learning comes after we make learning enjoyable. That takes effort from both the teacher and the student. The teacher should come to the table with a good method and the creativity to break from the...

...markets, developed during my career as a financial advisor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Economics (particularly microeconomics), Political Science, History, and Math. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests like the GRE, I have seen the most success assisting students in understanding the logic of these exams, how they have been constructed, and what the best approach for leveraging that knowledge is. I have...

...am currently completing the student teaching portion of my major and plan to graduate this upcoming May. Aside from teaching experience, I had worked for two summers at the YMCA day camp where I learned many teaching and management strategies for collaborating with students. I tutor any elementary level subject as well as any special education. However, my favorite subjects to tutor are math and English! When I'm not studying or learning how to be...