...Once they understand the concepts, I show them the tricks to save time so they can spend more time on the more difficult questions. I create games and fun activities to keep young student engaged and understand the math concepts I was born and raised in Vietnam. My family moved here when I was 14 and my parents always speak Vietnamese to keep the culture and the language. (read more)
...My PhD is in physiology and neuroscience from UConn. There I focused on the molecular mechanisms that underlie learning and memory. This combined with prior career experience in social work (including 3 years training at Yale Child Study Center) have provided me with a great deal of practical experience and application of study skills that best promote learning. (read more)
...When I was studying Algebra I usually maintained a 100% average. All the students who studied Algebra with me found themselves more confident in the subject, and their grades went up as a result. I love helping others to improve their algebra skills. (read more)
Hi, I'm Elise! I graduated from Williams College with a bachelor's degree in biology and math. I fell in love with tutoring when I was in high school, working with elementary through high school students in math and science. (read more)
...You would be surprised how many points are missed up just do to test taking methodology. Back in the old SAT system, I had scored 680 on my reading. Even if the system has changed, the basics on the test taking methodology and the basics behind reading comprehension have not changed. (read more)