Hi, my name is Cary and I’ve taught math for over thirty years, mostly at Hood River Valley High School. I taught most levels of math there: Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Advanced Algebra with Trigonometry, and PreCalculus. What I have learned is that the most important variable determining whether a student can learn from a teacher is the level of trust in the relationship. Teachers who show they care about their students gain their student’s trust and that leads to a shared effort in pursuit of student growth. That’s why I start by taking some time to get to know my students and what is important to them.

Students who are seeking help in math need a variety of perspectives. It is not helpful for a tutor to continue to say the same things, only louder and slower. Students may need to be shown different perspectives to help them understand a concept. That’s why I constantly monitor my student’s responses to check their understanding and find out which notions are helping them make sense of the math.

I want to build my student’s math confidence. I’ll do that by introducing concepts using a “low floor” to promote early success but inching up the challenge to find the right balance so my students will feel accomplished. Everyone is a math person and it’s my goal to help my students believe in themselves and close our sessions on a high note.

It takes a village to raise a math student, so I am on board with you, your parents, your teacher and anyone else who matters to you. I will be responsive to your questions as soon as possible. I look forward to meeting and working with you. Book a session today.