...I have five years of experience tutoring students for the math Regents exam (algebra 1, 2, trigonometry and geometry) for grades 9-12. For the past years, I have taught and had students practice all the problems in eight actual Regents exams. Through practicing the problems repeatedly, they became more confident and gained problem solving skills. (read more)
...Even though, aside from when I worked at a teaching assistant while getting my masters in mechanical engineering, I don't have teaching background, I have always enjoyed tutoring because I enjoy learning and believe that it's an important skill for life. I primarily tutor high school math and sc... (read more)
...My experience provides me with an ability to quickly identify the underlying issues a student has, and address them before moving to something more complicated. Everyone thinks differently, and I quickly adapt to my student's perspective. I focus on not just prescribing a recipe of steps to mem... (read more)
...Through Penn's undergraduate tutoring program, I have tutored university level physics I and II, general chemistry I and II, general biology I and II, and neuroscience classes. Today, I am an Orgo II TA at Penn, where I help lead a recitation and hold office hours for Penn undergrads! In high school, I tutored several underclassmen to improve their grades on all sections of the SAT. (read more)
...I wasn't always a perfect scorer myself, so I understand the challenges and know the strategies and hard work needed to achieve an amazing score. Even if you don't feel exceptionally gifted, I know it's possible because I've done it myself. And if given the opportunity, I would love to help you... (read more)