Sandra K.
- Colorado Springs, CO 80909 ( 7.8 mi )
- Experienced Algebra I Tutor
- Female Age 73
- Member Since: 02/2012
- Will travel up to 10 miles
- Rates from $25.00 to $45.00 /hr
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On-line
In-Home
In-Group
- Also Tutors: Math, Trigonometry, Pre-Algebra, Geometry
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The best teachers (and tutors) are able to diagnose why a student is not understanding his schoolwork. Learning "glitches", different learning styles, and a fear of being wrong often contribute to the problem. I try to discern how the student is thinking about the work, and then I use a variety of techniques to guide him/her to understanding. I might model my own thinking, re-present a concept in an imaginative way, or use another learning style in order to capture the student's interest and encourage them to "risk" in order to learn.
I have extensive experience working with students of all ages, from elementary school through junior college. As a parent volunteer, I tutored K-6 students in math and reading. As a Learning Center and Basic Skills instructor at Trinidad State Junior College, I taught classes in math and English, and I worked individually with students on a varie ... read more