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Valerie
- Rate €82
- Response 1h
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Students50+
Number of students Valerie has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Valerie has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

€82/h
1st lesson free
- Maths
- Algebra
- Arithmetic
- Geometry
Experienced tutor in Mathematics in New Rochelle, Valerie offers private lessons tailored to your needs.
- Maths
- Algebra
- Arithmetic
- Geometry
Lesson location
About Valerie
I enjoy helping students gain confidence and intuition for mathematics. I have extensive knowledge of Next Generation Learning Standards as well as its precedents, allowing me to teach the content the way in which is intended. My focus is on problem-solving, and I help students develop a mathematical toolbox of problem-solving strategies.
I am a certified teacher in mathematics and have taught Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry, with 12 years of teaching experience and 8+ years as a staff developer. I am currently a staff developer for teachers of mathematics.
I've worked with students at all age levels, from Kindergarten through adults.
I love when my students begin to realize that they can trust their own knowledge and intuition to solve any problem, even when the solution/process is not immediately obvious. That is when the magic happens--when they can use what they know to get to the next logical step.
When I was in 4th grade, I learned some American Sign Language and asked the Kindergarten teachers if I could go to their classroom to teach sign language during my recess period. Amazingly, they let me, and I've loved teaching ever since.
I was a middle- and high school teacher for 12 years, and am/was a math staff developer for 8+ years.
Education: MIT, '96; Teachers College at Columbia University (ABD); MA and certified in Secondary Math Education.
About the lesson
- Primary School
- Secondary School
- Post-Secondary Education
- +7
levels :
Primary School
Secondary School
Post-Secondary Education
1st year of Sixth Form
2nd year of Sixth Form
Adult education
Masters
Doctorate
MBA
Kindergarten
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
In general, I try to tutor myself out of a job.
I assess study habits as well as thought processes with which the student is most comfortable. Then, I help the student hone the strategies that work for that student, using his or her current assignments and exams.
Of course, I explain concepts when necessary, but whenever possible, I try to put the student in a position to think through the answers on his/her own.
I've taught in inner city schools in NYC, including one-on-one with students with disabilities. With students at any level, I can quickly assess their natural abilities and work from there.
I think it is important to temporarily set aside worries about grades/testing etc. and just focus on developing conceptual understanding and problem-solving. While this may not be the best thing short-term, I really believe that it pays off long-term. Rather than just "going through the motions" to get through the course, it is better to develop abilites that you can rely on for the rest of your life.
Rates
Rate
- €82
Pack rates
- 5 h: €410
- 10 h: €820
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Valerie will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- €82/h
Details
It depends on the subject matter and amount of travel required. I'm open to negotiation, but on average,
Elementary-$75/hour
Middle-$85/hour
High School (Algebra/Geometry/GED) -$95/hour
High School (Advanced subjects/SAT) - $110/hour
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