John

John has been "officially" tutoring Math and Statistics for 5+ years, but helping family and friends for decades (and often compensated with a delicious meal). John`s many years in the corporate world have been interesting and fulfilling, but he feels that nothing compares to the "Aha!" teaching moments when the light bulb goes on, and the student becomes visibly happier and more confident. He also feels that strong topical knowledge is wonderful and necessary, but it`s at least as important to be a good communicator, to really get to know a student and develop their best learning strategy. A Bachelor`s degree in Economics, Secondary degrees in Math and Statistics, and several successful Actuarial exams are the academic basis of John`s qualifications. Just as important, though, is the way he works with students to find their best individual path to success. John feels that everyone learns in their own way, and finding that way is the key to optimizing academic results. Lastly, John tries to maintain students` interest by using relatable, real-world examples, and sees great value in trying to make learning enjoyable - and yes, even fun!

Willing to travel: 50 miles

Experience: Embrace Tutoring and Educational Services (NJ & PA / Oct. 2022 – Present)
In my role as SAT Math Tutor, I am responsible for preparing classes of up to 20 students for the Math section of the SAT. Locations include Young Scholars Institute in New Jersey, and Morrisville HS, Bucks County Technical HS, and Conwell Egan Catholic HS in Pennsylvania.

Wyzant, Inc. (a Division of IXL Learning) (US Virtual & NJ In-Person / Nov. 2017 - Present)
In my role as Math and Statistics Tutor, both in-person and online, I strive to significantly improve the knowledge and confidence of my students. For these efforts, I have received an average review of 4.9 stars out of a maximum of 5.

Elite Tutoring Academy (Old Bridge, NJ / Oct. 2022 – Dec. 2022)
In my role as Math/Statistics and SAT Math Tutor, I was responsible for leading SAT Math preparation classes, and tutoring individual middle/high school students in their chosen subjects.

YSI / Foundation Academy Summer Enrichment Program (Trenton, NJ / July 2023)
In my role as Fundamentals of Math Teacher, I was responsible for reinforcing the math skills of students potentially disadvantaged by teaching methods made necessary by the COVID-19 quarantine. The goal was to better prepare students for the 2023-24 school year, and subjects ranged from Basic Algebra to SAT Math preparation as appropriate.

Certified Substitute Teacher – Old Bridge, NJ Public Schools (1989-90 and 1994-95)
In my role as Certified Substitute Teacher in this district, I covered the classes of absent instructors as necessary, predominantly at the middle and high school levels.

Physical Education Teacher – St. Paul The Apostle (Highland Park, NJ / 1988-89)
In my role as Physical Education Teacher at this Catholic primary school, I was responsible for designing/implementing lesson plans for Grade 1-8 physical education classes held each Friday. This class schedule allowed me to teach while attending Rutgers University as a full-time student.