Boris Tsoniff
@boristsoniff
Experienced mathematics educator and tutor specializing in advanced mathematics and statistics.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced mathematics educator with decades of teaching and tutoring at school and university levels, and a background in theoretical physics and geophysics. I have taught a wide range of subjects from Cambridge O and A level mathematics to advanced topics such as real and complex analysis, linear algebra, calculus, probability and statistics.
My career spans roles as a university assistant tutor, college lecturer, and private tutor; I have also been seconded as a scientific consultant for statistical analysis of climatic data. I hold an MSc and have completed additional IT and facilitation training, including MCSE coursework.
I take pride in student achievements, including a private student who won the South African Maths Olympiad for grade 9, and in delivering coursework across 11 subjects at times, demonstrating adaptability and breadth. My technical strengths include time series and spectral methods, nonlinear dynamics, and directional statistics of wind.
I am committed to clear, rigorous instruction and mentoring, helping students achieve measurable improvements and deep understanding in mathematics, physics, and related computational topics.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Private Tutor
Private Tutor
Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 10 months)
Provide one-on-one and small-group tuition in school and university mathematics and physics, preparing students for advanced topics and competitions; sustained private practice since 2014 with documented student successes.
Scientific Consultant
Trans-Africa Projects
Jan 2008 - Dec 2013 (5 years 11 months)
Seconded to Eskom as a scientific consultant performing statistical analysis of climatic data and advanced time-series spectral methods to support energy-sector research and planning.
Lecturer
Midrand Graduate Institute
Jan 2006 - Dec 2007 (1 year 11 months)
Taught Cambridge O and A level mathematics and related subjects including calculus, statistics and discrete mathematics across a broad curriculum of 11 subjects.
UWAssistant Tutor
University of the Witwatersrand
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005 (11 months)
Supported undergraduate mathematics courses as an assistant tutor, delivering tutorials and assisting with assessment and student support.
Private Tutor
Private Tutor
Jan 2000 - Dec 2004 (4 years 11 months)
Provided private tuition in mathematics and computer studies, including additional mathematics and preparatory support for students between 2000–2004.
Lecturer
Varsity College
Jan 1999 - Dec 1999 (11 months)
Lectured PC engineering and Visual Basic 5, developing course material and practical labs for computing students.
Teacher
Robin Hood College
Jan 1995 - Dec 1998 (3 years 11 months)
Taught mathematics, physics and computer science to grades 10–12, preparing students for matriculation with a focus on STEM subjects.
Maths Tutor
Kumon Education S.A.
Jan 1992 - Dec 1995 (3 years 11 months)
Delivered structured mathematics tutoring within the Kumon programme, focusing on foundational skill development and incremental mastery.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maurice Kerrigan Presentations, Johannesburg
Certificate, Training and Facilitation
2001 - 2001
Completed Training & Facilitation Programme at competent level.
Microsoft (training), Johannesburg
MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer), Information Technology
1999 - 2000
Completed Microsoft MCSE training program.
Institute of Earth Magnetism, Ionosphere and Radio Wave Propagation, Moscow
Postgraduate research, Geophysics
1986 - 1989
Postgraduate research on registration and spectral analysis of vertical electrical component of magnetotelluric variations (research not completed).
Institute of Management, Computer Department, Kiev
Certificate, Computer Studies
1979 - 1979
Completed computer department training at the Institute of Management.
SUSiberian State University (Tomsk State University)
Master of Science, Theoretical Physics
1973 - 1977
Completed studies at the Faculty of Physics in Theoretical Physics, awarded Master of Science.
AUAzerbaijan State Oil University
Undergraduate studies, Geophysics
1970 - 1973
Studied at the Geological Faculty, Department of Geophysics.
Special Mathematics Class for Advanced Students, School No. 134, Baku
Matriculation, Mathematics
Completed standard matriculation with emphasis on advanced mathematics and sciences.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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