...They helped me overcome my weaknesses; and I realized "hey, this stuff actually kinda makes sense. And you know what? I'm not too bad at it..." That's my goal for my students. (read more)
...I tailor each session to fit the student's individual needs, because we all learn differently. Whether it’s breaking down complex equations or finding new ways to solve problems, I’m all about finding what works best for each student. My goal is always to build confidence along with skills, so students not only improve their grades but also start to enjoy learning. (read more)
...As mentioned above, my tutoring is proven to work. I've tutored probably close to 100 people by now in all levels of math and the results are always there. Whether it's understanding a concept, being able to pass a test, getting a higher score on a standardized test, help with homework - the way I explain math concepts to people is clear, detailed (as needed), and with patience. (read more)
29 Subjects: includingCalculus,Elementary (K-6th),Microsoft Excel,Microsoft Word
...That is, I show my students a problem solving method, I have them execute that method, then I have them "teach me" this method by walking me through a practice problem. Rinse and repeat. With consistent, calibrated practice, anyone can learn anything. (read more)
...Later, during my own teaching career at Rice, my class on Quantum Mechanics for Engineers was so popular and well-received by students (juniors and seniors) that a good fraction of them decided to go to graduate school. "Simply the best class in all my four years of college!" was an often-heard f... (read more)
12 Subjects: includingAlgebra 2,GRE,ACT Math,SAT Math