...I feel that ALL students benefit from the one-one-one focused attention of a tutor, whether they are struggling academically or not. I maintain an active tutoring roster of only eight students at any given time, so that I can bring my maximum focus to each student's individual needs. I graduated from Yale with Honors in English & Spanish Literature in 2004. (read more)
...I am in Mid-Coast Maine and can travel south to Portland, north to Augusta, as well as meet online!Over the last 23 years, I have helped hundreds of students grasp algebra concepts and attain the confidence and mastery they needed to do well in their tests and courses. I have developed a reputat... (read more)
25 Subjects: includingSAT Writing,SAT Reading,Chemistry,SAT Math
...But I also understand that many people don't have the same enthusiasm for math that I do. If math is a struggle for you, I will aim to guide you through multiple ways of thinking about a problem. I believe the best way to understand a problem is to use as many problem-solving strategies as you can, until it finally "clicks."Beyond math, I have several other academic interests. (read more)
...My official test scores in high school were 770 (SAT math) and 34 (ACT math). And finally, I have a passion to TRANSMIT these skills to local students. A 10% increase in your score can open your world up to better opportunities. In addition to receiving a 36 (yes, 36!) on my official ACT test, ... (read more)
...My style is to understand your goals first and your current skill level, and then I will guide you to meeting your goals. I know firsthand that learning a language is hard. I like to use real and colorful examples while we chat. (read more)