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Michael J. - Tutor

Mathematics and Computer Programming for Gifted Students
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Hourly Fee: $49
Location: Washington, DC
Travel Radius: 15 miles
In-person + Online
Your first hour with any tutor is always 100% refundable!

Personal Statement

I work with creative gifted students and adults who want to accelerate their studies.

My gifted youth program teaches students many subjects. In elementary math fundamentals we cover patterns and algorithms alongside fundamental studies. In algebra we use video games to build understanding and practical work to build confidence in the basics of abstract math. Geometry is used to understand proof work and to gain a better understanding of algebra skills through real world examples. Depending ...

Reviews

Michael does a great job at explaining concepts and also being firm in keeping things on track. He is very patient and cares that his students' genuinely understand the material.
- Tara R. from Alexandria, VA
He helped me with truth tables. I have no experience with computer science, and he still explained it in a way I could fully grasp. He is very knowledge about computer science, and I will definitely be asking him for more help in the future.
- Nicole P. from Ingleside, IL
First lesson. A few technical hiccups. Overall great. First time using virtual.
- Marti M. from Herndon, VA
Michael helped me solve issues with a python programming assignment. He took the time to explain the steps to make the corrections and was very patient with me. He was a great tutor and I look forward to working with him in the future.
- Penny W. from Hazel Green, AL
Michael is fantastic! He is patient, knowledgeable, and truly has a passion for what he does. My son?s confidence has grown in a short period of time. Michael?s style is such that he is teaching kids how to become better students. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!
- Chantal F. from Gaithersburg, MD
Michael was very patient with me. He gave thorough explanations, ensured that I understood each step and was ready for my next assignment. I left our session feeling like I had the tools needed to definitely achieve high scores in my Python classes! You definitely will not be disappointed.
- Crystal C. from Upper Marlboro, MD
My son has taken several sessions with Michael and has had nothing but a positive, productive experience. Michael has taken a very well organized approach to review core material (AP Computer Science) and progressively assigning self study assignments, and overseeing work assigned by school. Extremely valuable, would highly recommend Micheal to anyone looking for help with AP Computer Science.
- Brian M. from Alexandria, VA
Working with Michael has been very interesting and insightful. Not only does he break down each line of code but he also gives you problems to practice on. I enjoy working with him very much, he is extremely knowledgeable and intuitive. I will continue to work with him do to his understanding and patience!!
- Danielle P. from Ronkonkoma, NY
Michael created an excellent lesson plan and was able to break down abstract computing concepts for me Step by step. While working through problems he diligently and patiently framed the problem/situation so that I was able to arrive at the correct solutions.
- Francis D. from Sterling, VA
Michael helped me with the fundamentals of Python. He was very patient and walked me through the lessons. I felt I learned more in one tutoring session with him than in two weeks of class! Very pleased with the results.
- Ashley F. from Bloomfield Hills, MI
He is really helping me to understand the basics of Java and explains anything that doesn't make sense. He makes me think about what it is that I am trying to do, rather than just giving me the answers.
- Taryn P. from Wyoming, MI
I appreciate your help! I enjoy learning in a step-wise fashion. I learn in steps and my tutor finds ways to tutor in that way. Python can seem easy but it is just as hard to learn and apply the concepts.
- Lutheria P. from Alexandria, VA
Before you walk you must crawl. Michael understands that concept and exhibited that in our first session. He started with the basics and wanted me to understand and conceptualize the thought that goes into programming. He used examples and analogies to help me grasp things clearer. He was easy to talk to and a pleasure to work with. I am excited for my journey as a programmer and I believe the possibilities for me are endless.
- Joseph B. from Alexandria, VA
We were scheduled for 2 hr. lessons with Michael.In our 1st lesson, Michael included the time spent on introductions and his prior experiences with other students in our lesson time. In our 2nd lesson, he billed additional time without actually teaching for that duration. When I mentioned the additional charge, he wanted to quit teaching us.
- Usha C. from Alexandria, VA
He was able to help me with what i needed and was patient enough to go through everything step by step when i needed extra clarification. he also gave me tips on how i could work out problems on my own.
- Nicolas M. from Washington, DC
Mike has great simple explanations for programming concepts that my son can easily understand. I also enjoy them as well.
- Alan E. from Canton, MI
Michael helped my 11-year old son learn how to use GoPro software, upload a video to YouTube, and explore editing software. Helped move an old installation file for minecraft which fixed some minecraft issues. And they installed a minecraft mod. Michael was patient, kind, and capable of providing the help we requested. He also helped with some additional things that made the laptop work better. Great session!
- Gail G. from Rockville, MD
I was taking a graduate level data course and little to none experience with this type of data programming. He created a lesson prior to meeting up with me and broke down each step. He was a great teacher because he let me try things on my own and learn from my mistakes, rather than telling me I should try a different approach. Michael is very passionate about helping students learn, and I would 100% recommend him.
- Andrea S. from Arlington, VA
Michael and I finished my heap assignment and I began to anticipate what code needed to be written with his help. I'm not all the way there yet, but I can already make connections where before I saw none. I see the meaning in lines of code as we work, where before it may as well have been gibberish.
- Matthew W. from Arlington, VA
Michael helped me quickly learn how to implement a subsequent search algorithm, along with a binary search algorithm, in Java programming, using Eclipse.
- Conor H. from Washington, DC