Helping struggling students finally "get" math in a patient, judgment-free learning environment.

Details

Free Meet and Greet Session:
The first meeting is a 30-minute consultation and is free to ensure we are a good fit! I would love to meet in person or virtually to discuss our session goals, learn more about my tutoring style, and coordinate availability.

Grades K-8: Meet and Greet must have a parent present, though the student is more than welcome; I'd love to meet them! For this age, I would love the parent to lead the "what we are looking for" part of the conversation. This ensures all academic, school-mandated goals are met!
Grades 9-12: Meet and Greet must have a parent present, though the student being part of the meeting is highly preferred! I encourage the student to lead this session and tell me what they feel they need help with.

*This is not the "free first session" as advertised. If we are a good fit, we can book our first session, 45 minutes, and that will be at no cost to you!*

Supplies:
Online: Access to a computer with a webcam (needs to have a microphone)
Both Online and In-Person: Notebook, pen, highlighters, and calculator.

Teaching Philosophy:
As a 25-year-old Navy veteran, military wife, and pre-nursing student, I understand that life isn't a linear journey, and sometimes we need a little extra help! I approach lessons with patience, flexibility, and zero judgment. As someone who excels in math as an adult but struggled with it as a child, I know that a good teacher can make or break your students' understanding of math - and their confidence in their own abilities. I believe it is essential to build a strong rapport between the student and tutor where the student is comfortable sharing their academic struggles, even if those struggles involve concepts taught in previous years.

I fully believe that Math is a "building blocks" subject. If the students are missing a block, then they are missing essential skills that are needed later. Part of creating a true judgment-free environment includes having an honest and understanding discussion about what skills they may be missing so we can develop them. You may be surprised by how quickly comprehension improves when you fill in those blanks!

I also work well with students who may have ADHD or ADHD tendencies. Learning is not one-size-fits-all, and support must be provided for those who may struggle in the classroom environment. I have developed many techniques in my own life, both academically and professionally, that would directly aid someone who may struggle to focus or need certain conditions to learn. Did you know that your child excelling in English but struggling in math is not necessarily a reflection of how hard they work? When a child has ADHD, the brain can hyperfocus on things that match their cognitive style and peak their interests, and then completely zone out when they don't understand something, think it is boring, or have begun to think of themselves as "bad" at it. My goal is to help change the way they view math, rebuild their motivation, and improve their confidence!

Quick Disclaimer:
1. I strongly believe in active, not passive, learning. The end goal is not simply to help your child complete assignments, but to develop genuine understanding. Students will complete 100% of the school-assigned work; I am there to provide support, ensure accuracy and understanding, and fill in the conceptual gaps!