...I'm also open to working with K-6th grade students in a variety of subjects, including reading, writing, math, and general science. I can also help college bound students with writing their personal statements for college applications. I have devoted my life to teaching, because I love helping students build upon their skills throughout a class and seeing their "A-HA" moments. (read more)
...I truly enjoy math and know how relevant it is in everyday life. Because I'm so passionate about the subject, I am patient with those that I tutor because I want them to be successful and excited when they grasp something. I love seeing that look of understanding when something 'clicks' and a student finally gets what they have struggled to learn. (read more)
...I have tutored students both for discrete math classes for computer science majors (covering things like Turing machines) and discrete mathematics classes which are alternatives to calculus (emphasizing things like proofs by induction and Euclid's algorithm). I used linear algebra throughout the ... (read more)
...I help instill confidence and reduce anxiety through positive reinforcement, helping students believe in their ability to succeed. I also tutor students online through the Wyzant platform. The video, audio, chat, and interactive whiteboard functionalities make tutoring math online as effective as tutoring in person. (read more)
...I favor a paced-style teaching technique that minimizes stress and encourages a strong interpersonal relationship between the student and myself. I believe mathematical information is poorly received under stress, and I have devoted much of my career to assuaging these math-related anxieties. I... (read more)