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Exceptionally Friendly Math, English, and Science Tutor
Karen T.

5.0 (139 ratings)

467 hours tutoring

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Exceptionally Friendly Math, English, and Science Tutor
Exceptionally Friendly Math, English, and Science Tutor
Karen T.

5.0 (139 ratings)

467 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (139 ratings)

467 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Karen

Bio

Hi! My name is Karen and I enjoy working with students to increase their understanding of English, math and science. I have a degree in Engineering and almost 30 years of experience in working with students of all ages, levels and backgrounds. I have worked as a private tutor for 20 years with students in their homes, and also owned and operated a private K-12 school with individual programs for each student during that time. Prior to the pandemic, I was an executive in a business...

Hi! My name is Karen and I enjoy working with students to increase their understanding of English, math and science. I have a degree in Engineering and almost 30 years of experience in working with students of all ages, levels and backgrounds. I have worked as a private tutor for 20 years with students in their homes, and also owned and operated a private K-12 school with individual programs for each student during that time. Prior to the pandemic, I was an executive in a business delivering educational seminars to corporate executives. In 2020, I became an online tutor. I am internationally certified to teach English as a second language and enjoy helping students with English, math or science.

As a private tutor, I have a unique approach to helping students. First, I find out what they want to learn and what they didn't understand in that subject. Once we clear that up, then we work on improving skills until the student feels able to continue independently. I can usually simplify the subject so that a student can easily grasp the concepts, especially when they appear to be complicated.

I opened a private school to give my own children and others like them personalized instruction and a positive environment in which to learn. The school grew over 10 years with students who wanted individualized programs and the opportunity to learn at their own pace. Now, my children are grown and successful adults who love to read and learn whatever catches their interest. I bring this same approach to tutoring and have successfully helped every student who had even a small desire to learn. If you or your child needs someone who cares about what is being learned, then try my tutoring. You won't be disappointed!

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Education

University of Central Florida
Engineering

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Approved Subjects

Corporate Training

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have experience working with students from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South America to improve speaking, reading, and writing of English. I put a lot of attention on understanding both written and spoken English to improve these skills. I also do everything possible to make this an enjoyable experience so the student will want to continue!
Grammar

Elementary Education

Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

I enjoy working with students in all levels of math. I break difficult problems down into easy steps and recommend skills that should be practiced. With my engineering background I can also show how these skills can be applied to make life easier.
Elementary Science, Grammar, Phonics, Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary

English

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have experience working with students from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South America to improve speaking, reading, and writing of English. I put a lot of attention on understanding both written and spoken English to improve these skills. I also do everything possible to make this an enjoyable experience so the student will want to continue!
Grammar, Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

After I received my Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, I realized that I really enjoyed helping others learn to understand and use math. I became a private tutor for students in K - 12 in many different subjects, from basic to advanced courses. The students I tutored were amazed at my ability to make complicated subjects simple.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

As both a private tutor for 20 years and a private school owner for 10 years, I found that many students misunderstood basic concepts in Algebra 1. When they get to Algebra 2, it is very confusing for them. I help students understand the earlier concepts so that they can do the harder work in Algebra 2.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have experience working with students from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South America to improve speaking, reading, and writing of English. I put a lot of attention on understanding both written and spoken English to improve these skills. I also do everything possible to make this an enjoyable experience so the student will want to continue!
Geometry, Prealgebra, Reading, Spelling, Writing

Language

ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have experience working with students from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South America to improve speaking, reading, and writing of English. I put a lot of attention on understanding both written and spoken English to improve these skills. I also do everything possible to make this an enjoyable experience so the student will want to continue!

Math

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

After I received my Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, I realized that I really enjoyed helping others learn to understand and use math. I became a private tutor for students in K - 12 in many different subjects, from basic to advanced courses. The students I tutored were amazed at my ability to make complicated subjects simple.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

As both a private tutor for 20 years and a private school owner for 10 years, I found that many students misunderstood basic concepts in Algebra 1. When they get to Algebra 2, it is very confusing for them. I help students understand the earlier concepts so that they can do the harder work in Algebra 2.
Geometry, Prealgebra

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

After I received my Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, I realized that I really enjoyed helping others learn to understand and use math. I became a private tutor for students in K - 12 in many different subjects, from basic to advanced courses. The students I tutored were amazed at my ability to make complicated subjects simple.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

As both a private tutor for 20 years and a private school owner for 10 years, I found that many students misunderstood basic concepts in Algebra 1. When they get to Algebra 2, it is very confusing for them. I help students understand the earlier concepts so that they can do the harder work in Algebra 2.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have experience working with students from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South America to improve speaking, reading, and writing of English. I put a lot of attention on understanding both written and spoken English to improve these skills. I also do everything possible to make this an enjoyable experience so the student will want to continue!
Geometry, Prealgebra, Reading, Writing

Other

ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have experience working with students from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South America to improve speaking, reading, and writing of English. I put a lot of attention on understanding both written and spoken English to improve these skills. I also do everything possible to make this an enjoyable experience so the student will want to continue!

Special Needs

Phonics

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

After I received my Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, I realized that I really enjoyed helping others learn to understand and use math. I became a private tutor for students in K - 12 in many different subjects, from basic to advanced courses. The students I tutored were amazed at my ability to make complicated subjects simple.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

As both a private tutor for 20 years and a private school owner for 10 years, I found that many students misunderstood basic concepts in Algebra 1. When they get to Algebra 2, it is very confusing for them. I help students understand the earlier concepts so that they can do the harder work in Algebra 2.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have experience working with students from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and South America to improve speaking, reading, and writing of English. I put a lot of attention on understanding both written and spoken English to improve these skills. I also do everything possible to make this an enjoyable experience so the student will want to continue!
Geometry, Reading, Writing

Examples of Expertise

Karen has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 29 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews

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Outstanding

Karen is such an incredible, knowledgeable, patient, and intelligent teacher. My daughter (5th grade) has only had 3 lessons and is so confident in her abilities now. I highly recommend Karen as a tutor!

Melanie, 6 lessons with Karen

Expert math tutor

My son was getting behind in 9th grade integrated/compacted math, his grade had dropped, and he wasn't getting the learning support he needed at school (and had a term final coming up). Within a short time period Karen T. was able to identify the areas my son needed to work on and not only help him in those areas, but hold him accountable for improving in those areas between sessions. Karen T. was flexible in scheduling times that worked for us - as well as shifting gears to work on new material. In this short time frame my son got an A on his term final and improved his class grade by a whole grade letter! Karen T. is an expert tutor and we are very grateful.

Eric, 32 lessons with Karen

Knowledgeable and helpful tutor

Excellent tutor! Very thorough! She has helped my daughter a couple of times and is so patient, caring and intelligent. Highly recommend Karen for your math tutoring needs

Denise, 3 lessons with Karen

Kind, patient and professional tutor.

Karen is a wonderful teacher! She is very knowledgable, friendly and knows how to work with kids. She is also very flexible and attentive to the parents' concerns. We are happy to have her as our tutor!

Tatiana, 21 lessons with Karen

Excellent Tutor and Confidence Builder

Joel's confidence level is soaring. He has even offered to share his knowledge with his friends who are struggling with certain geometric concepts. This is AWESOME!!

Cheryl, 68 lessons with Karen

Karen is a great tutor

Karen is a great tutor. She is very helpful and knowledgeable. Listening to the students needs. I would recommend her to other family members and friends. She’s a calm voice that my daughter was able to learn from. Thank you Karen 🌞

Chloe , 47 lessons with Karen

Excellent Tutor and Confidence Builder

Joel's confidence level is soaring. He has even offered to share his knowledge with his friends who are struggling with certain geometric concepts. This is AWESOME!!

Cheryl, 68 lessons with Karen

Nice positive interaction with kids

Got know about my kid easily and evaluates what’s good to move on with her.Nice and kid friendly tutor and the student feel free to ask her the what they need.Easy and understandable approach.Easily evaluates the kids and knows how to teach them without leaving them bored.

Nikila Gowri , 12 lessons with Karen

very good colorful materials

Excellent at keeping him engaged. I see him enjoying the class. The interleaving between reading and comprehension is excellent . Thanks

Manoj, 65 lessons with Karen

very good colorful materials

Colorful materials seems to be keeping him engaged and he is learning at the same Time. Karen is patient and is able to hold his attention

Manoj, 65 lessons with Karen
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