About Russell

I am semi-retired Newton Public Schools math teacher with 40 years of experience (classroom /private tutor) for students in Grades 2-8. I am familiar with a wide range of math curriculums with extensive experience supporting students using Amplify/Desmos I offer remote tutoring via Zoom. A second camera serves as a whiteboard, allowing students to follow each step up close as I work through concepts with them. My services include: Homework help Preview of upcoming grade-level curriculum, so students feel confident going into new units Review and reinforcement of previously taught material Filling gaps in foundational skills, such as number sense, fractions, and multiplication facts, and algorithms Test and quiz preparation Support for students who are struggling, as well as enrichment for students ready for a challenge Building problem-solving strategies, study habits, and math confidence Preparation for the transition to middle school math References are available upon request.