...Finally, I have a blue front Amazon parrot named Figgy.Past the quiz on Wyzant for tutoring Geometry and prealgebra I have a strong background in LiPs(a multisensory prerequisite for basic reading, reading comprehension, phonics skill development, and writing. I have passed quizzes on Wyzant fo... (read more)
...I believe it is essential to maintain a positive attitude as well as a safe and stimulating learning environment. I try my absolute best to motivate, encourage, and inspire students to excel both personally and academically. Please feel free to contact me for additional information and/or to schedule a lesson. (read more)
...My masters thesis was in the field of non conventional superconductivity and neutron scattering. After graduating from Johns Hopkins I spent five years working as a teacher at the York school, one of the top private high schools in California. I taught physics, AP physics, AP calculus, precalculus, 8th grade science and Java programming. (read more)
...I have personally achieved verbal scores in the top 1% or 2% standardized exams, including a perfect score of 800 on the GRE's verbal section, and have developed a proven approach to test preparation that easily adapts to a student's unique strengths and weaknesses. Based on the strategies that ... (read more)
...As a teacher, I encourage students to use their mind; not to just regurgitate the answers, but to think, and synthesize before they answer - to understand the process. I like to engage the students, making learning for them an enjoyable experience. I encourage communication and constant feedbac... (read more)