Good day to you. My name is Richard and I have been tutoring in the Nashville area for over eight years. I received my BA in Biology from Drew University and went on to obtain my PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Pennsylvania. (read more)
...I firmly believe that every individual has unique strengths, weaknesses, and learning preferences, and it's my goal to tailor my approach accordingly. This includes getting a clear picture of where you/your student stands academically and creating a roadmap to their success. My strengths include being able to view problems from many different angles. (read more)
...I am eager to assist youth in all future ventures from test preparation to general knowledge improvement in a particular subject. I am willing to work with any student who is willing to learn new and creative methods for mastering subjects, which seem challenging. Creating a personalized plan for every student, including but not limited to tutoring sessions, will create a method for success. (read more)
...From 2006-2012 I was the teacher for Physics in the Upward Bound college preparation program at Madisonville Community College. During the school year I would also provide after school tutoring in biology, chemistry, and physics for high school students. My first year of teaching physics the program director was told that I had covered 12 weeks of material with my students in only 6 weeks. (read more)
...This experience includes navigating career/major decisions, proofreading essays, and conducting mock interviews. I am proficient in MATLAB. I have taken multiple formal MATLAB classes in the undergraduate and graduate level. (read more)