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Kyle A. (him, 29 Years)

Cape Town, South Africa

UCT chemical engineering student looking to tutor math

Bio

Hi there,

I am a chemical engineering student who is very keen to help you/your child achieve the marks required for their future programme of choice. I know what it feels like to... Read more

Teaching methodology

Learning theory is important, but the magic truly happens in the past papers and practice questions. I'll ask what you want to focus so that I can prepare problems in advance. This... Read more

I teach at

  • At Student's Place
  • Online

Teaching option

  • Group Class
  • Private Lessons

Online Teaching Languages

  • English

  • R250

    Local Hourly rate

  • $18

    Online Hourly rate

  • 14

    Classes

  • 1

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Subject

  • Mathematics

Additional Skills

  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Coordinate Geometry
  • Geometry
  • Probability & Statistics
  • Trigonometry

Academic Levels

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  • Grade 11
  • Grade 12

Travelling Fee

R100

Travelling Distance

12 miles
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Educational Qualification

Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Chemical Engineering

University of Cape Town

  • South Africa
  • 2027

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Study Notes

An easier way to remember circle theorems

The “reasons” for stating an angle or line is a cer...

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Kyle

Questions for You

Q: What teaching methods do you use to help students learn Math concepts and solve problems?

Start teaching a concept with an example before meticulously going through the theory. The theory is very important. Sometimes you need just remember stuff in math. However, it is a lot easier to remember something if you know how it works. This happens because if you know how to reverse engineer something, you can kind of 'draw it out of thin air'. Understanding is key.

Q: Do you have experience with online teaching platforms or virtual tutoring, and what is your preferred method of communication with students?

This would be my first time tutoring online. However, I have conducted 'mock tutoring' sessions with myself to ensure I can deliver the best product to my students. I would prefer to talk over whatsapp due peoples inclination to respond speedily thereon.

Q: What Math topics or concepts are you particularly skilled in teaching, and how do you keep up to date with changes in the curriculum?

This information is readily available on the interent for IEB and CAPS. I simply google it.

Q: How do you communicate with parents about their child's progress and any challenges they may be facing in learning Math?

I would update them at the end of a month so that enough time passes by to give the student a chance to progress.

Q: Do you provide any additional resources or materials to supplement your lessons, such as practice exercises or online tutorials?

Yes, I prepare my own set of practice questions we will go through in the lesson. They can attempt the questions beforehand or get a copy of the set we solve in the lesson.

Q: What is your approach to homework assignments, and how do you ensure students understand the concepts covered in class?

Ask them lots of questions. Ask them to solve problems during the lesson and provide help and feedback. I will provide them with practice questions they must attempt before the next class.

Q: What steps do you take to ensure that your teaching approach is compatible with the student's learning style?

Speak with them! I know from experience that all learners are not the same. Some learn slower than others. As long as a learner tries, I am more than happy to go over a topic as many times as it takes for them to get it! And test them, often times learners will say that they understand but really they just want to move on and 'not feel stupid'. I know this feeling, we will deal with it together.

Q: Do you have experience working with students with learning disabilities or special needs, and how do you adapt your teaching methods to accommodate their needs?

No I don't. But like I said above, all learners are different. If it takes one student 10x longer to learn something than others, I have no problem in helping them develop the resilience to master it.

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