...I harbor a vast amount of mathematical knowledge which enables me to explain solutions to problems in an effective and direct manner. I spend a lot time developing and practicing my explanations so that my students understand the content clearly and immediately. I maintain an open line of commutation with my students, and I regularly entertain questions after a tutoring session has ended. (read more)
...Thus I am comfortable with students at all levels of confidence and ability. I scored a 1600 on the SAT, and can remove the anguish and uncertainty of SAT prep. I can meet any student at their specific level of understanding, and give them the space and security they need to work their own way out of confusion, and build confidence in themselves as problem solvers and learners. (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)
...My teaching skills include reading comprehension and writing in the English Language Arts. Using oversize “Post-It” notes, I find these useful for students to help them identify the direct and indirect information read, and then gradually move to the abstract and universal concepts that develop ... (read more)