Hidden Talents (tutoring for math and reading)

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Introduction: My tutoring style focuses on understanding concepts, not simply getting the right answers. I tend to ask more questions than I answer, leading students to figure out problems for themselves. I don't just help with homework, I point out the logical framework that all math is based on, developing their ability to figure things out for themselves. Whenever possible, I use hands-on exercises, analogies, manipulatives, and exploration to help students visualize abstract concepts and discover principles for themselves. I make up games to avoid using boring worksheets, and encourage students to play with a koosh ball to help them think. When tutoring, I'm very conscious that I'm not just tutoring a subject, but a student who needs to learn it. Tutoring is not primarily about math or science, but about influencing the way people approach learning. I love learning, and tutoring is a way to share the joy with others, helping people overcome their personal obstacles. Every student presents unique challenges, and explaining basic concepts to somebody else makes the subject new and exciting for me too. When Im tutoring, Im learning, and when Im learning, I cant wait to teach somebody else!

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13 years in business

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The price for individual tutoring is $30/hr, payable at each session. Discount packages are available for those who choose to pay ahead. $300 will cover 10 hours plus one additional hour. If the cost of tutoring is an obstacle, I can recommend resources and strategies students can use on their own to minimize the time they need to spend with me. Unlike many other tutoring services, the initial evaluation is free and there is no commitment required at any time.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always start with a free evaluation to get a sense of the student's situation, learning style, and challenges. This is also an opportunity for the student to get to know me and my philosophy of learning, before deciding whether to hire me.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I earned my bachelors degree at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, with a major in Computer Science and a minor in Physics. Throughout my years of tutoring, I've studied teaching methods and learning styles, continually expanding my repertoire of creative ideas for helping students learn in the way that works best for them.