...I then let them decide which option makes the most sense to them. I believe education and learning is a very personal process, which is why it should be tailored and differentiated to each individual as much as possible. Every individual can learn and progress! (read more)
...I have found that students that can "see" the mathematics can often understand the mathematics, so I encourage students to use diagrams and graphs to visualize problems. I am a patient teacher, as well, encouraging students to ask questions as we work and providing additional examples to help st... (read more)
...When one of my students understands something because of the way I have explained it, I feel like my mission in life has been accomplished. I have a way of connecting with students, building their self-esteem, and explaining things so they can understand. My students really like me, and I really like them. (read more)
...In addition, I received a 100% on the geometry examination for tutors. I am currently tutoring a middle school student in pre-algebra who is now scoring a whole letter grade higher with my teaching strategy. Even though English is my first language, I grew up speaking Spanish (my parents taught me). I am bilingual. (read more)
...I have a great deal of experience both with the SAT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the SAT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. (read more)