...During my time in graduate school I have taught (both as a Teaching Assistant and Primary Instructor) Physics 1 (Mechanics), Physics 2 (Electricity & Magnetism), and Computational Physics each at the Algebra and Calculus level. My teaching style is learner-centric and I have employed active lear... (read more)
...By breaking the topics down into their more comprehensible roots, I aim to create a stronger foundation for each student's education. I use lesson plans to cover each topic at a speed that is comfortable for the student, teaching them all they need to succeed in that particular unit. Then I pro... (read more)
...I have a wealth of experience in not just helping "D" students improve to C, B and even A performers, but instilling them with a confidence that will serve them in areas of life beyond math. I also like to emphasize teaching students how to problem solve for themselves instead of just memorizing... (read more)
...My tutoring experiences have taught me a lot, including when to listen and when to push and motivate students. I am always available in between tutoring sessions to answer small questions about content or studying tips. I find tutoring (whether it's the MCAT, GRE, GMAT, or any science/math course) to be a real joy, and I try to make my students feel the same way about their prep experience. (read more)
...About myself: At this point in my life, I am retired after formal careers in both academia (teaching and administrative - Professor and Department Chair) and industry (engineer doing research and development). I am now very much interested in returning to a role I have always loved, interacting w... (read more)