...When working with students, I focus on helping them develop problem-solving strategies and critical thinking skills, on top of mastering the content. In this manner, the student will be better equipped to understand and solve similar problems in the future. I use a patient, insightful, and genuine mode of instruction in my teaching style to help each student feel comfortable and valued. (read more)
...To really learn something means that you have the ability to explain its process and apply it to other facets of life. I began competitive swim team at age 5 and continued until age 18. I swam for the school team through middle school and two years of high school (pre-injury). I volunteered as ... (read more)
...It was my first time managing 30 students and teaching them concepts in English that I, as a native Russian speaker, had only learned recently. Yet, no matter how hard it was getting used to being a leader, how impossible it seemed to collect myself after making a mistake, or how embarrassing it... (read more)
...Overall, I can offer very detailed and simple explanation for understanding concepts. I have lots of experience teaching and working with different level players from beginner to advanced. I have a USCF rating of about 1800 and also have worked with players of up to 1900 rating. (read more)
...I've taught students from several schools in algebra and trigonometry and have helped them improve their class scores, prepare for tests (like the End of Course or EOC), and raise their confidence where they before felt defeated. My passion for mathematics and abstract critical thinking, I belie... (read more)