...I can structure an effective prep program for any K-12 level math competition. I have successfully prepared students for AMC 8/10/12, AIME, MathLeague, MathCounts, Math Kangaroo, BCA math competition, MOEMS, and many others. I have many years of experience preparing students for SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, ACT, Regents, and other standardized tests. (read more)
I have five years of experience coaching elementary and middle school kids in chess. However, I work with players of all ages and levels from beginner up through 2200. A few of my students have had large rating gains in short timespans. (read more)
...Chemistry is a subject I can tutor because I have amassed credible knowledge of the periodic table. I also have good understanding of chemistry concepts like balancing reactions, nuclear energy, ideal gases, bonding, compounds, mixtures, etc. Lastly I can tie all of these concepts together when discussing more intensive concepts in chemistry. (read more)
...Via my school-age son, I have recently gained a lot of experience in some wonderful interactive math-teaching software and websites, such as Desmos, Geogebra and Mathigon. I don't think that schools have started using these much yet, but they have great potential for helping a tutor to make math more tangible, interactive and engaging. I have 20+ years in math and scientific programming. (read more)
...During my undergraduate years at Duke University and doctoral journey at USC, I continued my commitment to mentoring and tutoring by assisting high school students. I took joy in guiding them through the preparation process for their ACT and SAT exams, and helping them achieve success in their c... (read more)