1-1 Math Mentorship & Tutoring

My course on Math Magic engaged 7th graders at Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics with counting and probability problems entirely via card tricks.

I curate custom curriculum for motivated students at any stage. I specialize in supporting elementary and middle school students who enjoy math and wish to excel in advanced courses.

Meeting weekly allows me to understand a student’s learning style and address their specific needs and goals, and it supports a strong mentorship relationship.

Collaboration with teachers to gain a more holistic picture of the student’s progress in school.

STUDENTS

2nd-5th graders needing foundation work with number sense or extra challenge including elementary math competitions
6th-8th graders seeking extra challenge including middle school math competitions; preparing for the SSAT high school selection
9th-12th graders seeking extra challenge, preparing for the SAT/ACT and college selection
Undergraduates studying calculus, proof writing, geometry, topology, abstract algebra, discrete math, and combinatorics
Adults preparing for the GRE, pursuing a career change, or simply missing engaging math problems

I guide students to understand concepts through inquiry, practicing problem solving strategies, and helping them make connections between concepts. Students’ curiosity is encouraged as they explore and assess different approaches to problems. They develop deep understanding, confidence, and independence while improving verbal and written communication of abstract ideas.

I’m especially committed to supporting all students, particularly girls, who may have internalized societal messages that they’re less capable than their peers. My students regularly prove this to be false, and I love seeing how they confidently use their skills to change the world!

SESSIONS

We address the student’s specific questions from their school homework, the supplementary problems I assigned, or recent assessments. We pursue practice and challenge problems that incorporate relevant concepts in new and complex ways. We enjoy exploring problems together using virtual or physical whiteboards.

Meetings culminate with a reflection of learning. A detailed report including a tailored assignment is shared with student, parents, and/or educational team.

LOGISTICS

Most students meet 1-2 times per week depending on their goals. Sessions are 50-55 minutes at regular times and are held in Pacific Heights, San Francisco, or online.

1-1 Math Mentorship & Tutoring

STUDENTS

SESSIONS

LOGISTICS

Testimonials

“Kyla is a strong mathematician and a kind, thoughtful educator. I trust her mathematical taste, teaching style, and fun-factor gauge.”

“I would recommend Kyla (and I have!) as a math tutor because I know she delivers results and is an agreeable, encouraging teacher.”

“We wish we had found you sooner!”

“We really benefited from Kyla’s consistent tutoring of our kids. We knew they needed enrichment and to be pushed, but knew we could not do it ourselves. We put them in Kyla’s hands and knew with great confidence that they would be doing exactly what we had hoped.”

“My older child placed well in high school math after working with Kyla, and my younger child has not yet entered high school but got a near perfect score on the math section of the SSAT.”

“I would recommend Kyla (and I have!) as a math tutor because I know she delivers results and is an agreeable, encouraging teacher.”

“Thanks to Kyla’s intuitive and creative approach, our daughter has gained tremendous confidence and I dare say enjoys math and is doing great. Kyla became part of our family and was often the only person who could work with [our child] on a difficult day.”

“I love the reports. They allow me to check-in and have math-related conversations with my son. I could connect his lesson with Kyla and what they did at school.”

“Kyla is patient, relatable, reliable, a good communicator and easy to talk to. I like that she role models that women are strong in math.”

“Kyla teaches me in a creative way that’s not just telling me stuff. She is very understanding and helpful and makes the lessons fun.”

“Going to math class no longer gives me anxiety attacks, and I’ve stopped avoiding my math homework. I’ve gained a lot of confidence in my own ability to do math.”

“It was a comfortable space where we didn’t have to feel judged or ashamed if we did something wrong.”

“The questions were frustrating but fun and I loved the challenge!”