WizKid Tutoring:Math/Science/Computer/Writing/ESL

Serves Calabasas, CA

35244

Hired 150 times

4 employees

18 years in business

$75/hour

4.8

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Daniel Frischer
Completed on 2/16/2021

Introduction

Minimum charge for in-person lessons: GRANADA HILLS/PORTER RANCH/NEWBURY PARK/PASADENA/GLENDALE/SOUTH BAY We are a team of experienced teachers and tutors each specializing in our own subject strengths. We provide excellent customer service, possibly immediate or same day for homework help or project completion. Online tutoring is also available with a shared online whiteboard for step-by-step problem solving. We strive to get to the root of the problem be it a test-taking challenge or a problem with foundational concepts. Not very fond of your teacher? Unfortunately, this is often the case. We follow your own pace of learning to achieve results. We love the moment when a student finally understands a topic and starts building self-confidence. We can then use this to change the way a student thinks about a subject resulting in continual improvement and achievement. ABOUT ME: I'm a graduate of UCLA Engineering with a passion for explaining how the physical world works through math and physics along with 15 years of tutoring experience in those subjects, test prep, and computer skills. The teaching strategy I believe in emphasizes subject fundamentals, a powerful and necessary tool for higher problem solving. This strategy has proven very effective regardless of the student's educational background or mental ability. Besides being knowledgeable, I am motivating, caring, and patient in guiding your student to academic success! EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING: Executive Functioning is a separate realm that tutoring can assist in. It deals with cognitive processes including organization, time management, and study skills. Much of the difficulty students face in academic subjects can be attributed to the lack of executive functioning. They either cannot keep up with the pace and workload that advanced courses demand or haven't figured out the best way to study for themselves. We are able to assess a student's shortcomings and formulate a plan for higher achievement. SUBJECTS: Math: • Elementary • Pre-Algebra • Algebra 1 & 2 • Geometry • Pre-Calculus • Trigonometry • AP Calculus • Applied/Business Calculus • Statistics (for physical sciences and engineering) • Linear Algebra • Differential Equations Science: • AP Physics 1 & 2 • College Physics • Chemistry • Biochemistry • Biology English: • Reading Comprehension • Essay Writing • Grammar • Vocabulary Writing & Editing: • Academic Research • Admission Essay • Resume • Proofreading • Copyediting • Developmental Editing Test Prep: • SAT I & II • ACT • ISEE • SSAT • HSPT • GRE •TEAS • CHSPE • GED • ASVAB • CBEST and more Computers/Coding: • MS Word • Excel • PowerPoint • Outlook • Adobe Acrobat • Adobe Reader • Dropbox • Google Drive • Skype • General Windows/Mac • Web Design • C/C++ • CSS • Java • JavaScript • PHP • Python • HTML Executive Functioning: • Organization • Time Management • Study Skills • Checking Work • Grade Monitoring Foreign Language: • Spanish • French • Mandarin • Completely turned around achievement and self-confidence of mentored students by 1 full letter grade • 9% average student improvement in math and physics performance • Member of National Tutoring Association • Cancellation Policy: At least 24 hours notice or charged for full session & reason for canceling. Purchases for bundles or pay-as-you-go tutoring are non-refundable. • Corporate/business rates are higher than individual rates. • Pricing for tasks or projects are higher than lesson rates. • We reserve the right to adjust pricing following an initial quote.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

The price quoted is a bundle rate. This means an agreed upon number of hours is paid for upfront and hours are used up as lessons are provided. You need not pay this before the first lesson. Typically, customers like to try out the first lesson and decide from then if the bundle is right for them. Corporate/business rates are higher than individual rates. Pricing for tasks or projects are higher than lesson rates. We reserve the right to adjust pricing following an initial quote. The pay-as-you-go rate is higher than the bundle rate and depends on the details of the customer request. • Minimum lesson time is 1 hour for online lessons and may be longer for in person lessons. • A higher rate may be requested for commuting expenses. • Customers who reach out first automatically see my base rate which may not apply to the subject/service in need. • I accept PayPal, Venmo, Check, Cash, or Credit Card (3% fee) • Cancellation Policy: At least 24 hours notice or charged for full lesson. • Purchases for bundle(s) or pay-as-you-go tutoring are non-refundable.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

First I seek to understand the student's goals and level of understanding in a subject. Together, we can schedule lessons to achieve those goals in line with the student's timeline. Preparation of student’s material is needed before lessons if topic mastery is not yet met.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I hold an engineering degree from UCLA and with 15 years of tutoring experience, I have encountered countless scenarios that I can draw from to help with your unique challenges.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I was referred by my high school math teacher to a student in need of algebra help. I took that opportunity to use my strengths for a good purpose and have been tutoring ever since!

What types of customers have you worked with?

Most of my students have trouble with academic subjects in math or physics. My goal is to get you up to speed with the current concepts and prepare you for tests/quizzes. I also work with students preparing for standardized testing by laying out a general timeline and strengthening weak areas first.

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

A company brought me in to a high school student grossly lacking executive functioning skills, i.e. planning, prioritizing, organizing. He started the year off with sub-par grades and felt helpless in his academic future. I showed him how monthly calendars can be useful by filling in short and long term assignments. I also explained how important it is to talk to teachers when he has questions and fight for his grades. By the end of the first semester, he scored all A's and B's, ensuing with mostly A's in the second semester. He gained self-confidence in knowing he can tackle anything thrown at him by preparing ahead of time and working diligently. I am very proud of his accomplishments.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

What are your goals? Is it to achieve a certain grade or understand the material? These often go hand in hand. How often do you want to meet? Any supplemental materials the tutor can provide besides what the student has?