...That's why my day job is science journalism*. Seeing the "light bulb go on" is what I enjoy most about tutoring. I have a PhD in microbiology and a minor in chemistry. My teaching style is to make sure that students understand each step before progressing to the next in solving a problem. (read more)
...I believe in taking into consideration each student's unique experience with math in order to best help them reach their goals. Rather than memorizing formulas and plugging and chugging, I prefer to help students understand the underlying concepts that they are working with in math so that they ... (read more)
...I have successfully worked with students of various age groups, from elementary to high school, assisting them in math and basic subjects. My approach is patient and supportive, aimed at fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment. Whether a student needs help catching up in class... (read more)
...I have completed two years of accelerated Russian at the University level. Therefore I am capable of offering a solid introductory or conversational course. I have been studying flute since I was in high school with the first flutist of the New York City Ballet, Andrew Lolya and I have also studied in Paris at the Consevatoire de Musique. (read more)
...And more. I'm also a teacher at Art of Problem Solving Academy -- teaching middle-school and high-school contest math, Algebra 1, prealgebra, and honors 5th-grade math. I've taught at the college level as well, as a teaching assistant for mechanical-engineering and climate-science courses. (read more)