...When I tutor, I like to emphasize building strong foundations in every subject, and I try to impart the importance of understanding the basics to all of my students. I'm also a big proponent of hands-on learning; students will be solving problems or writing paragraphs in 1-1 sessions and receivi... (read more)
I have an M.A. in Jewish Studies from the Rothberg International School of Hebrew University, and a B.A. in Russian Literature from Reed College. I am also a returned Peace Corps Volunteer, who lived for several years in West Africa. I am happy to teach elementary Jewish and world history, and can also give some helpful insights into the foundation of Israel. (read more)
6 Subjects: includingSAT Reading,World History,American History,European History
...Ultimately there may be only one correct answer to a problem, yet there are many different ways to derive that answer. That is where the fundamentals and artistic elements of mathematics come to play. Mathematics is the language of nature. (read more)
...I have received formal training in philosophical argumentation, the identification of logical fallacies, and the critical analysis of conflicting claims (as a non-exhaustive list). While Chicago is my preferred citation style, I am also comfortable working with MLA, APA, and CSE. I have a BA in ... (read more)
...Once students understand how Algebra is used to solve problems in their day to day lives (even in its simplest form, like calculating sales prices and splitting bills), just the process of solving for variables becomes way more natural. After that, moving on to bigger and scarier formulas sudden... (read more)