...I built a great foundation in logic and proofs at Cornell and then Central Connecticut. I continued work on Number Theory and Counting Principles at Central Connecticut as well as Advanced Counting Principles and Applied Math. At the University of New Hampshire I really strengthened my proof wr... (read more)
...Since my first semester of college, while pursuing my engineering degree, I got a job in the tutoring lab and worked as a math tutor, tutoring from Algebra 1 to calculus. I had group sessions, going over concepts and example problems. Following the group sessions, I worked with students individually going over anything that wasn't clear during the group session. (read more)
...Learn it - don't memorize it. I have taught Trigonometry for over 25 years. Many of the problems that students come up against in Trig can be solved by interpreting the information visually in a diagram. 30 years of experience in SAT Math preparation. (read more)
13 Subjects: includingPrecalculus,Calculus,Trigonometry,SAT Math
...I specialize in one-on-one settings, where I connect with students and find the best way to relate to them. With that connection built on mutual respect, I find it much easier to carefully explain concepts in multiple ways to ensure students understand the material. I have a great deal of patience and a strong passion to be the best tutor I can be. (read more)
I graduated from University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Pure Mathematics, finished a masters at McGill, and I'm currently pursuing my Ph. D. at University of Connecticut. I started tutoring in high school, and have hundreds of hours tutoring in a small group setting both in the professional setting, and as a TA. (read more)