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Jane Gillette  
~ Math Tutor ~
Professional Tutoring Since 1997
Grades 8 - 12 and Homeschoolers College and Adults Standardized Tests and Trade Exams
About The Tutor
Philosophy
I chose to be a tutor because I believe that personalized individual math instruction gives the tutor a chance to "see” a student's thought processes about mathematics and respond accordingly. This means that I can then:
  • Present new ways to look at topics
  • Find and fill conceptual holes from prior math courses
  • Correct misconceptions
  • Discuss ways to improve study and test-taking practices
  • Increase confidence.
For students with learning disabilities or ADD, one-on-one tutoring can give focus to the student and opportunity to for adaptation by the tutor. I encourage my students to know how they best learn, and I use as many ways to teach as I can, including discussion, visual aids and manipulatives.

Learning that one CAN do math is almost as important as learning HOW TO do math. Although my first goal is that students are able to understand enough mathematics to meet their goals, I also work to foster an appreciation for math and the confidence to pursue problem-solving in the world around them.

Whether you are a parent, student, or just someone who wants to know a little more math, I'm available to help.

Education
  • BS in Mathematics, Salem State College Honors Program
  • Minors in Art History & Biology
  • Continuing education through math conferences and self-directed study
Membership
THE ESSENTIALS
Region/Range
I serve clients over much of the North Shore area. Meeting locations are usually restricted to the region delineated by Burlington to Peabody on 128/95 and Wilmington to Winchester on 93. Depending on your exact location and scheduling issues, I can sometimes go beyond that range.

A Typical Session
A typical session is one hour a week at a regularly scheduled time in the morning, day, or evening. Sessions are held at a location convenient to both parties, often a local library. Longer, more frequent, as-needed, or one-time-only sessions are also available. I am available year round.

Payment Options
Cash and check accepted. Veterans: I have worked under contract with the VBA to tutor veterans. FOR MORE INFORMATION or to talk about scheduling, CONTACT ME.