...His expertise lies in breaking down complex topics in a way that is easy to understand, identifying and targeting student misconceptions, and helping students see the beauty and fun in mathematics. He presents regularly at math conferences around the country and designs workshops to help math te... (read more)
5 Subjects: includingElementary (K-6th),Algebra 1,SAT Math,Elementary Math
...As a tutor, I specialize in the sciences as I have a B.S. in Biology, minor in Chemistry, and am now pursuing a PhD in Cancer Immunology. However, I am also a great resource for other sciences and math as well! My approach to teaching focuses on engagement with material and strategies to understand the content learned, rather than memorize it. (read more)
...Experience teaching: physics 1, 2, electricity and magnetism, solar system astronomy, stars galaxy astronomy, intro to astronomy, a couple of classes focused on teaching students how to use telescopes. Research is focused on computational astrophysics. Use python and Fortran frequently. (read more)
...After working for two years in a class for orthopedically impaired students, I went to graduate school where I earned my Master's Degree in Special Education. After working 3 years with high school students with learning and emotional disabilities, I left the United States to work for the Depart... (read more)
...I worked as an educational aide for a year in a 4th and 5th grade math classroom. Also I worked as a 4th grade math teacher. This experience has strengthened my abilities as an educator. (read more)