Why Students Choose to Get Tutored by Sharyn
Many students come to tutoring feeling overwhelmed or discouraged in math. My goal is not only to help students understand the material, but to rebuild confidence and create a calmer, more effective approach to learning.
With 38 years of tutoring experience and a background in computer engineering, I help students develop a clear understanding of precalculus, calculus, algebra, and college math.
But tutoring is more than solving problems.
Students also need someone in their corner — someone who encourages them, builds confidence, and helps them approach exams with clarity rather than anxiety.
I work with ASU students, community college students, and high school AP math students in Tempe, Scottsdale, and throughout Arizona online.
Expertise
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38 years tutoring upper-level high school & college math
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BSE in Computer Engineering
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Thousands of hours supporting ASU, Rio Salado, Scottsdale CC, Mesa CC & online students
Calm, Supportive Approach
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Specialize in adult learners & math anxiety
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Judgement-free, patient, step-by-step explanations
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Clear strategy to build confidence - not overwhelm
Real Results
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Higher test scores
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Better homework completion
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Students walk in saying "I don't get it" and walk out saying "I can do this."
Who I Help
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Adult students returning to school
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College students (algebra, pre-calc, calculus)
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ASU / Rio / MCC / university students
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High school (algebra 2, pre-calculus, calculus (AB/BC), trigonometry)
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Adults with math anxiety
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Professionals needing placement or certification tests
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Accuplacer & placement exam prep
Serving the Phoenix area and beyond
Online tutoring nationwide and in person options in Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and the Phoenix metro area.