...I am currently working towards a mathematics PhD. As a graduate student, I've taught online courses in applied calculus, and been an in class instructor for college algebra. I have over 15 years experience tutoring both high school and college level mathematics, physics, and chemistry, as well as working with junior college students considered to be at high risk of academic failure. (read more)
...All in all, I love teaching people the beauty of mathematics and engineering so I look forward to talking about my work and teaching people. I have taken all of the mathematics courses and love teaching the innate simplicity of calculus. The power of mathematics is endless. (read more)
...Sometimes a student knows the material, but just isn't confident about how they found an answer. Other times, the student may benefit from a real-life example. For instance, a sports fan may understand the concepts of percentages better if it's explained in terms of number of free throws in comparison to total points scored. (read more)
...I generally use the students' current knowledge and ask probing questions to get them to teach themselves the material and bring in experiences to facilitate learning (I find this Socratic method works best for retention), but, when needed, will lecture. I have been tutoring all high school and ... (read more)
...I am a Regents Chemistry Tutor, AP Chemistry Tutor, SAT Chemistry Tutor, and General Chemistry I and II (College level) Tutor. I have taken several biochemistry courses at NYU and have studied the subject extensively at the undergraduate level. I majored in Biochemistry, a degree that covers ma... (read more)