...My interest in science started in high school in a biology lab doing a photosynthesis experiment. My biology teacher showed us a green house and explained the importance of plants (provide oxygen which is essential for all life on Earth). During college, I always enjoyed lectures supported with... (read more)
I am a research scientist with a Bachelor of Science in Geology and a Ph.D. in Geoscience. I did research at the Berkeley National Laboratory, the Livermore National Laboratory, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison during my PhD. I graduated with a GPA of 3.9 and I was awarded the College of Science nomination for the Best Teaching Assistant and Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation awards. (read more)
15 Subjects: includingChemistry,GRE,Elementary (K-6th),Elementary Math
...I use a variety of teaching methods (hands-on/manipulative make for a great change from the visual lectures) to address the problems while supporting the student's learning styles. For the last 19 years, I have been a private tutor for students from public, private and homeschooling communities. I am presently tutoring at Waubonsee Community College in addition to my private students. (read more)
...I believe in creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring scientific concepts. I strive to make complex topics more accessible by breaking them down into manageable pieces and utilizing hands-on activities and real-world e... (read more)