...In my youth, I represented Ukrainian National Chess Team. At that time, I attained the rank of Candidate Master---two designations below the Grand Master. Since then, I have taught the art of the game to countless number of children and adults. (read more)
...It is in fact so competitive that the school grades the course based on a standard so that the average grade is a C+ each year. I earned a B+, which put me in the top 10% of the class. Genetics was hard, but it was also one of my favorite classes in undergrad, and since I spent so long studying... (read more)
...Through my classroom teaching, I have seen that tutoring can be an aide for students but also a crutch. I work to make sure the students I tutor do not become overly reliant on me by working with them to develop their mathematical habits of mind, as well as effective study skills. When presente... (read more)
...My favorite place to do this is at the whiteboard where we work together back and forth as we arrive at the solution. I want to benefit the students I work with as much as possible so I welcome any resources or suggestions students or parents can provide. I am easy to reach and will provide a fast response. (read more)
...I not only teach students how to solve problems, but also explain why the methods work - this approach pushes students to develop independence in solving problems and gain a deeper understanding of math. I help instill confidence and reduce test anxiety through positive reinforcement, so student... (read more)