...Geometry can be challenging for students because:
A) It introduces proofs, which require more writing than in other Math classes, and
B) It adds shapes and other two-dimensional figures which require spatial thinking that is not exercised as greatly in other Math classes. The key to Geometry i... (read more)
...In other words, I believe a great teacher is one who is not creating band-aid fixes to students' bruises, but is instilling fundamentals that allow students to heal and grow on top of. "Give a Man a Fish, and You Feed Him for a Day. Teach a Man To Fish, and You Feed Him for a Lifetime"Thus, whet... (read more)
My undergraduate degree is from University of Mumbai followed by a MSc from IIT, Madras. I then did my Master's in Mathematics & Biostatistics at University of Florida. I have extensive teaching experience (4 years) as a Teaching assistant at University of Florida, where I taught several undergrad... (read more)
...I have a year of tutoring experience teaching programming to high school students through weekly one-on-one sessions. In this format, I can see and adjust a student's thought process and explore the "whys" and "hows" that may not be encountered in a typical programming course. In addition to teaching syntax, I focus on critical thinking and problem-solving skills. (read more)
...Using my experience, I got a math and ELA tutoring job at a local tutoring center. Most of my volunteer/work experience has been one-on-one, allowing me to learn and understand the importance of building a strong relationship with my students. I've recognized the difference a positive learning experience has on a student's success, and I strive to provide that for all students. (read more)