Private Math Tutor (On-going) - Grades 4 to 8 including PreAlgebra and Algebra

Learners may be struggling to understand math concepts due to changes in their typical instructional program, such as learning through on-line media versus hand-on instruction. I will base my instruction on the topic(s) the learner is having difficulty mastering in their structured school math class. I will also observe general abilities and work at the level the child is at and then progress to the level his/her class may be at. I have discovered that sometimes basic math concepts were not mastered, causing more challenging ones to then seem impossible. By breaking skills down, I locate where the child is making his/her mistake and then teach from that point. I also make an effort to acknowledge correct work and/or math strengths whenever possible to give the learner a sense of accomplishment. 

I will use a white board to present notes, as needed, and to demonstrate math problems. I will expect the learner to solve the problem(s) on paper as I complete the work. I will also observe as the learner completes work on their own. My goal is to build the learners confidence so that he/she will be able to work independently. 

I taught fifth through eighth grade math, including Prealgebra and Algebra, in a brick and mortar classroom for 20 years. I have experience working with Zoom to tutor students, especially with topics from Prealgebra and Algebra.