Bio
As a born-again individual, I am passionate about my students' success. Sharing my gift for explaining math and science concepts brings me immense joy.
My expertise lies in simplifying complex mathematical and scientific concepts and motivating students to excel in these subjects. I encourage students not to quit. I have transformed struggling students' grades from 40% to 70-80% in their final exams. I believe that most students who fail mathematics and science do so not because of incapability but due to a lack of proper instruction.
Education
• 2010-2013: B.Sc Agriculture (soil and crop) Science Cum laude - University of Fort Hare
• 2014-2015: M.Sc Horticulture - University of Pretoria
• 2017-2019: B.Sc applied mathematics and statistics - UNISA
My Proudest
Achievements
• When I managed to boost the pass rate of A-level Mathematics class from 32% to 76% in one year. When I assisted students who were getting 40 % to get 70 and % 80 % in their final exams. Best A-level results and best student in A-level mathematics with a distinction (Kwekwe High School, 2006).
Subjects
- School Tutoring
Mathematics
Grade 1 - Grade 12 IEB, NSC, CAMBRIDGE ADVANCED LEVEL and AS LEVELI obtained a distinction in advanced level mathematics cambridge syllabus. I have experience tutoring Mathematics from 2004 and with A-level Mathematics. Many students whom I have tutored were really struggling with the content, later on they achieved good marks.
Physical Science
Grade 1 - Grade 12I obtained a near distinction at A Level at school and a Distinction for Physical Science in my first year of study at University. I also have experience tutoring this subject.
Chemistry
Grade 1 - Grade 12 IEB, NSC, CAMBRIDGE AS LEVEL and ADVANCED LEVELI obtained distinctions in first year university chemistry and a near distinction in Advanced Level chemistry.
Advanced Mathematics
Grade 1 - Grade 12 IEB, NSC, CAMBRIDGE ADVANCED LEVEL and AS LEVELI obtained a distinction in advanced level mathematics. I have tutored advanced mathematics to hundreds of students who are now engineers, doctors, Accountants ...
Life Sciences (Biology)
Grade 1 - Grade 12 IEB, NSC, CAMBRIDGE ADVANCED LEVEL and AS LEVELI obtained a B symbol in advanced level biology and I can tutor this subject with ease to students up to advanced level.
- University Tutoring
Calculus
First Year MAT 1512I obtained a distinction in calculus while studying on my own. I am confident in my knowledge of this subject.
Linear Algebra
First Year MAT 1503I obtained A+ during my first year while studying on my own.
Mathematical Modelling
First Year APM 1514I obtained A+ in introduction to linear modelling studying on my own.
Reviews from others
“Mathew really does understand the subject matter and has a good way of explaining the material and breaking it down in a manner that I can understand. He is also very patient. ”- Gareth
“Mathew is a great teacher. Definitely assisting in understanding the topic as well as tackling exam style questions. He goes the extra mile!”- Zakeeya
“My child actually understands the work and looks forward to her lessons. ”- Reena
“From the lessons she has attended, she has gained more confidence in her math abilities and has made great progress in areas where she has struggled. Matthew has also provided her with great, quick, and easy techniques she can use to tackle difficult questions.”- Nelly
“Mathew has been an excellent tutor throughout the past couple of months. His teaching method has not only allowed me to understand concepts but as well as how to tackle and identify problems which may arise by breaking up the different aspects of a question and the numerous ways in which it can be asked. He helped me to improve my Mathematics mark significantly from an average of 51% to 75% within a span of the couple of months.”- Shoni
“He was very good at simplifying complex topics and making them easy to understand. Created a comfortable learning space where he corrected any misunderstandings or mistakes in learning of the curriculum. He has been an incredibly helpful tutor.”- Anita
“Matthew has been extremely patient and provides clear explanations on modules discussed ”- Jayanthie
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