I received a BS in mathematics and a BA in linguistics from UNC Chapel Hill, taking several graduate level math courses and working in the math help center and as an undergraduate learning assistant. I received perfect scores on the SAT subject tests in mathematics (level 2) and literature, and I'v... (read more)
...Physics is truly a passion of mine. My students begin to love physics when they understand this world's mathematical foundational beauty rather than just a jumble of disjointed equations. I have taught and tutored precalc to high school students with great success. (read more)
...I have professional experience using trigonometry, as an aerospace engineer working with navigation calculations, so my knowledge is very thorough! I understand how to explain trig concepts and calculations using either a right-triangle or a unit-circle approach. If you work with me, I will begin by asking you to show me what you already understand. (read more)
My background is in mathematics and astronomy. I taught myself calculus at 16 and had a full year of trigonometry and differential calculus in senior high school. I published my first scholarly paper at age 14 on the motion of Periodic Comet Biela in the Proceedings of the Southeast Regional Convention of the Astronomical League (Huntsville, Alabama) in August 1971. (read more)