...I have had success in making it to the final tables, and even winning a few times, small stakes tournaments $10-$20 with 500 or so players. I am not a professional poker player, but I could help a new player learn about positional play, expected value and some basic probability of common hands. ... (read more)
...The main focus I work on with students in their writing is their diction (word choice) and organization. In terms of reading, we work on the knowledge and integration of ideas as well as argumentative writing. These are the areas I find majority of students today struggle with and could all use assistance to improve. (read more)
...EXPERIENCE:
I have 16 years experience tutoring and teaching courses in math, science, and engineering. I earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and taught engineering for seven years at Dartmouth College. Although I am new to the Wyzant platform, I have many satisfied students. (read more)
...I love the physical sciences (no disrespect to the life sciences)! I focus on personalized teaching and getting results through strengthening understanding of the fundamentals, which builds confidence. Once the fundamentals are mastered, anything is possible. And I'm here to help. (read more)
7 Subjects: includingAlgebra 1,Chemistry,Organic Chemistry,ACT Math
...This in addition to my science background makes me more than qualified to tutor high schoolers in Math and Science including Algebra, Statistics, Biology, Physical Science, and Chemistry. Beyond subject matter tutoring, due to personal success in these areas, I a passionate about helping others ... (read more)
12 Subjects: includingSpanish,Biology,MCAT,SAT Math