HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS TUTORINGHere at National Study Academy, there is hardly any high school math class that Mr. Kim can't tutor. He consistently increases GPA from 1.6 to 1.9 average! That's almost two grades higher. His secret is he doesn't focus on grades but rather engages with each student and tries to create better study habits! Along the way, he covers any and all "holes" (deficiencies needed such as not memorizing times tables etc.) and motivates the student as well. He finds what can trigger better motivation, to make sure that every student has a good time learning. Yes, he makes it fun and entertaining like no other tutor. Warning, he's very puny, does some really cool magic tricks as rewards, and has great anecdotes to motivate his students! No matter what math class your student is in, NSA has the content knowledge, experience, and tutoring prowess needed to help your loved one improve their mathematical skills and knowledge. Whether your child is struggling in class or wishes to gain that academic edge among his or her peers and blow away the competition, NSA is prepared to give your loved one the customized one-on-one learning that they need. John Kim is prepared to tutor your student in
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Note: when John Kim tutors your child here at National Study Academy or by Zooom, we focus on the content they are currently learning in class. As such, there are almost NO additional homework assigned. We just ask that the student tries their best to get their homework done as much as possible before having lesson. By enforcing and reinforcing concepts and understanding of materials, we help the student achieve their academic goals. He also employs about a dozen mnemonic paradigms to prepare students for their homework, quizzes, exams, and tests in a stress-free and fun environment.
TUTORING SCHEDULE
High School math tutoring at NSA occurs in three phases, with the last phase having three separate options depending on the needs and requests of the student and family.
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Duration: approximately six to ten weeks @ one hour per lesson twice a week.
Students typically attend tutoring sessions about two times a week in order to learn and form good study habits and cover any gaps (holes) in their mathematics knowledge for a strong foundation. Many mnemonic devices are employed, and we set foundation needed for success. In order for habits to become permanent, they should be practiced and reinforced for at least one to two months. Each lesson is a minimum of one full hour. No extra charge for overages. Duration: approximately seven to ten weeks @ one hour per lesson once a week.
Tutoring sessions are reduced to once a week (unless the student has real difficulty with a certain chapter) when study habits have become more practiced and permanent. Reinforcement of study habits continues throughout the tutoring sessions and we are now on maximizing grades, study skills, and keeping up at cruising speed. We really focus on how to prepare for exams, how to do homework properly, and more mnomonic devices to help with the student succeed. We even work on procrastination as part of the process of learning its definition as well as how this affects each student. Option One: The student feels confident in his/her studies and no longer requires tutoring sessions. This is our end goal for each student! They are able to navigate class material without the aid from John Kim, and his passion is to give each student the tools needed to help them succeed. Our goal is to create great study skills and habits for a long-term collegiate experience. His aim is not just to survive college for his students, but to thrive and have a wonderful college experience.
Option Two: The student only requires tutoring session on a need basis. Students will often request for a session or two before an exam or when they come across especially difficult material or chapters. Option Three: The student continues once a week, weekly sessions as a precautionary measure. It seems like these students just love coming in for weekly therapy session, namely their math therapy. They feel less stressed from their overwhelming homework and want that needed one-on-one attention. They get that extra boost that they want and desire to be on top of their game! Students continue to gain consistent reinforcement of good study habits, get the reinforcement that they need due to lack of transfer of knowledge or gaps presented from their teachers. As well, our lessons ease the student's anxiety towards studies and relieves stress. A lot of students want that safety blanket and parents love to see their child succeed as well. As an example, one student who started as a sophomore didn't have his times table memorized on his first day. We not only finished strong in his high school career but got a 4 on his AP calculus AB exam. He also graduated with highest honors in Math from his private school. How cool is that! |
No matter the needs of your child, NSA is prepared to help them find success in their mathematics class!
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