...From martial arts in high school, to astronomy in college, and now to academics, I love teaching because it is the best vehicle I know to learn more about the world. The reason I work as a full-time tutor is because I cherish the freedom and flexibility it gives, and I want to fill in the gaps f... (read more)
...One of the benefits of this philosophy is that students learn to work independently rather than becoming reliant on a tutor. This is particularly powerful when a potential employer is determining which applicant is best able to work independently with the self-motivation to complete the tasks th... (read more)
...I'm Lisa. I have a Bachelor's in Biology from Cornell University and recently graduated with a PhD in ecology from Colorado State. Math and science have always been a talent of mine; in high school, I scored 5s on the AP Calculus and AP Statistics exams and went on to get As in Multivariable Calculus at Cornell. (read more)
...My undergraduate degree is in economics, which is a math-intensive field. I have worked with both high school and college students on ways to improve study skills, both as a science and social studies teacher and as a college-level adjunct instructor and graduate assistant. I hold a M.S. in science education and have taught astronomy to high school students. (read more)
...Before finding the joy in teaching, I was a computer programmer for a number of years in a few different environments. While I loved (still love!) programming, I was left unfulfilled and sought to change careers. In my spare time, I enjoy playing video games, biking, crafting, and spending time with my family. (read more)