Charlotte Math Tutor - Math Tutoring for 6th-12th grade and college

Generally, students who are failing benefit most from two 1-hour sessions per week, at least until he/she feels more comfortable with the material.

However, the vast majority of my clients meet me for one hour each week and notice significant improvement from that level of assistance. Others like to book two sessions per week and use one session for math and one for chemistry.

With rigorous basic skills practice, regular training in technology, and reinforcement of student confidence I can help your child learn how to learn.

A vast number of psychological studies suggest that "metacognition," the ability to analyze/understand the process of learning, is a key aspect of expertise. By learning how to study more efficiently students can get better grades and have more free time! What teen-ager could ask for more?

Don't let your child graduate from middle school without having mastered essential math skills needed for success in high school mathematics courses. ALL students entering 9th grade are expected to be fluent with operations on fractions, decimals, and percents. Moreover, they must be comfortable with changing one of these forms into another one (e.g., converting fractions to decimals).

Success in college depends largely on having a solid mathematical foundation set during the high school years. Why pay for a college algebra course when your child can complete college requirements while still in high school?

If your child is struggling in math let me help him or her to not only succeed in math, but also generate self-confidence and academic pride.

Whereas most math tutors cannot effectively teach Calculus or Statistic courses, with 14 years of experience tutoring these topics I can help your child succeed in his or her academic efforts.

I also point out problem "tricks" commonly used to solve more difficult exercises. Don't be satisfied getting by in your math course; call me at (704) 451-9998 today and conquer your math difficulties.

Ultimately, a successful tutoring experience requires considerable work for all involved parties. Students must first be willing to get help, and then follow up that commitment with a consistent effort to improve. I can supply a student with the necessary tools for success, but he/she must practice using them to gain lasting proficiency.

Get the Math Help You Need

Local learning centers will not provide your student with focused tutoring in mathematics. Rather, their clients are required to attend 4-5 weekly sessions which address global learning skills, with only a fraction of the time spent on actual subject matter. Unfortunately, students continue to flounder in their math class while their "tutor" revisits phonics and note-taking skills during the learning sessions!

Tutoring Algebra 2 at Providence Day School.

Learning Centers certainly have a successful track record, but I harbor serious doubts as to whether they are the most COST EFFECTIVE means of improving academic performance. Considering the high cost of gas, you can save money and time by having the Charlotte Math Tutor come to your home.

Did you know?

In the mid-1980's approximately 26% of incoming freshmen at University of California (Berkeley) required remedial math courses before being allowed to enroll in the mandatory college algebra course. However, in just 15 years that percent has increased to over 60%!

Don't let your child start their college career at such a disadvantage. With math tutoring your child can be properly "college-prepped," allowing him/her to focus immediately on degree requirements.

Using Technology

More than a motivational tool for educators, graphing calculators are an integral part of current math curriculums. Most standardized tests, including the SAT and End of Grade tests, allow students to use them on some or all parts of the exam.

My TI-92 calculator with TI-Ranger motion detector.

Graphing calculators in particular offer students a means to move beyond mere computational understanding. Problems that high school students never would have attempted 20 years ago are routinely solved by today's technology-savvy student.

Standards-based Tests Here to Stay

BUSH PLAN FOR YEARLY EXAMS...

[There is] bipartisan enthusiasm for President Bush's proposal to test all third- through eighth-graders annually...Bush's proposal would require states to test all third- through eighth-graders...in reading and math...

[T]he standards movement has brought a shift toward tests customized to measure student progress toward state-specified learning objectives in each grade and subject area. [These tests] emphasize open-ended questions, [and] Bush considers [these] standards-based tests the "preferred route."

The Detroit News [Feb. 18, 2001]

How much is enough?

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Using Technology

Standards-based Tests Here to Stay