...I am constantly working to show students the "whys" of understanding math, not just how to "do" the problems. I like to show them little tricks or ways to remember things, and I like to explain other ways to solve the problems, and how to check their own work. My most popular tutoring request is for English help. (read more)
...I love tutoring because it allows me to work with students in a one-on-one setting, so lessons can be individualized and I can see growth in students. I often work with students who have anxieties around math, test-taking, or school in general. My patience, positive attitude, and ability to for... (read more)
...I have tutored others in writing and am an attorney who has a lot of writing experience. Received a minor in history. I am an avid reader of history and am well versed in the subject. (read more)
...For example, I have helped a student develop skills in reading comprehension by allowing him to choose books he wanted to read and creating lesson materials based on other topics he enjoyed, such as food and travel. I have also made custom slideshows for another student who learned better visual... (read more)
...Since I began, I have been helping countless students improve their performance in this challenging subject. In addition to tutoring the subject itself on a regular basis, I also have to use it in my engineering classes and I employ it in the SAT math classes that I teach as well. I have also typed up multiple lessons in the subject for my students. (read more)