Thomas M.
Private tutor in Columbus, OH
Education
The Ohio State University - Bachelors, Secondary Education - Mathematics
Experience
Mathematics is much more than just the act of getting the correct answer. Unfortunately, that is what many students today are content doing. My goal as a tutor is to share my love of mathematics with my students. I want them to be able to interact with the subject matter and find meaning in it. I teach them to be able to communicate the process they used to find the answer and what they learned in that process. It is that communication which helps to solidify the students' understanding. As they learn to communicate, their confidence builds and leads to even greater levels of success. It is a positive cycle where everyone wins.What has helped me to connect best with my students is demonstrating an interest in them as individuals and where they are in their educational journey. I get to know them and customize my instruction based on their specific learning styles. I use several mathematical ideas in each lesson. The reason for this is that while students have one preferred method of learning, if they learn another way to solve a problem, they are more likely to be able to apply what they have learned in solving new problems.
Availability
Weekdays at any time, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
15 miles at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
I have two young girls and spend most of my time learning how to be a kid again. Otherwise, I love to golf, cook, read voraciously and learn as much as I can. I also enjoy cooking, reading and exercising to keep my mind and body performing at their best.
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