Develop your math skills and the mindset for success with an Online tutor
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SAT & ACT Preparation - Mathematics Tutoring
504 Plan Advocate & Consultant
What is math & mindset Coaching?
Supporting and strengthening the whole student.
A strong SAT score or a high grade in a Math class are achieved through having the required skills, knowledge, and testing techniques combined with a growth mindset around learning, hard work, and challenge. At Math and Mindset Coaching, I will support your child to develop strength in each of these areas through a comprehensive and proven program that will help your child to be successful in all areas of their life.
Every experience we have has an emotional impact and learning is no exception. With over two decades experience as a Math teacher and Dean of Students, I have honed my skills to address both the emotional and intellectual needs of students. I will help your child develop the mindset that will allow them to take intellectual risks, embrace challenges, and see mistakes as a necessary and beneficial part of the learning process.
My personalized tutoring approach will support your child to excel in Mathematics, strengthen skills and conceptual knowledge, and address the underlying mindset that your child has regarding school, math, success, and failure.
Whether your child has deep-seated challenges with mathematical learning, loves to learn Math, or somewhere in between, I will devise a program to support your child's needs.
Learn More about Growth Mindset
Much of my research and practice using "Growth Mindset" has been informed by the work of Carol Dweck, Professor of Psychology at Stanford University. Use this link to learn more about the power of a growth mindset on learning.
About Me
Zak Bissinger
I am a private tutor specializing in Mathematics (Grades 4 through 12), as well as SAT and ACT prep. I have lived and worked in Denver since 2000 and have 23 years experience as a Math Teacher, Curriculum Developer, Instructional Coach, and Dean of Students. I live with my wife and two children in Southeast Denver and love to hike, bike, play guitar, and cook in my spare time.
I am a licensed and certified Secondary Mathematics Teacher in Colorado. I am also a former 504 coordinator for two different schools and serve as a 504 advocate and consultant for families.
Math and Mindset Offerings
Initial Family Consultation
FREE
The initial family consultation is FREE of charge and will give the you and your child an opportunity to determine if Math and Mindset Coaching is right for you. During this session you will have the opportunity to share with me your academic concerns, needs, and areas of focus. Additionally, I will collect some baseline data to support me in planning our tutoring sessions. If you decide to start tutoring, we will establish a plan, schedule, and location that works for you.
Math and Mindset Tutoring Session (1hr)
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NOW ONLINE!
Each Math and Mindset Coaching session will include four elements:
1) Weekly Update and Goal Check with celebrations, 2) Growth Mindset Coaching (as needed), 3) Math Tutoring, and 4) Goal Setting (Weekly Math goals will be paired with appropriate mindset goals as needed).
Sessions will be followed by an email updating progress and current math and mindset goals.
Adult Learner Math and Mindset Session
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Sessions are designed for a parent or adult who wishes to develop skill and confidence in their mathematical abilites as it pertains to their work or life. Services include:
- Scoring and analysis of an initial mindset survey
- Consultation on areas of mathematical study (outside of scholarly math topics, this could include statistics and financial math topics)
- 3 One-hour Math and Mindset Tutoring sessions minimum