Robert A.
Private tutor in White Plains, NY
Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst - BS, Mathematics, Pure and Applied
Experience
I love teaching math, as it is a natural strength of mine, and I have always had the gift of helping share knowledge of this subject with others. I enjoy tutoring subject tests, including advanced placement tests, the ACT, the PSAT, and the SAT. Specific subjects I tutor include middle school math, trigonometry, and calculus 1. I provide students with strategies that will give them confidence when taking the exams. It is my observation that the biggest challenge students have is a lack of self-esteem. As a tutor, my philosophy is to encourage students and build confidence first, and teach the material second. I act as a guide, helping students find their way so they know they already have all the tools they need within themselves. I reassure students that if they are doing their best, there is no need to fear as academic success will naturally follow. I have been a tutor since 2008; my students vary in grade from k-college. I received bachelor's degrees in both applied mathematics and pure mathematics at the University of Massachusetts. In my free time I enjoy playing the guitar, traveling abroad, running, and swimming.
Subject Expertise
ACTACT EnglishACT MathACT ReadingACT ScienceACT WritingElementary School MathPSAT Critical ReadingPSAT Writing SkillsSATSAT MathSAT MathematicsSAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2SAT Subject Test in United States HistorySAT Subject TestsTest PrepTrigonometry
Availability
Weekdays at any time, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
20 miles at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
Swimming, running, traveling the developing world, and playing the guitar.
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