...I graduated with my Bachelor's in 1996 with a double major in English and history. In 2003 I completed my Master's in English. For high school students, I have plenty of experience preparing students for the ACT---especially for the English and reading sections. (read more)
...I explain the logic and reasoning behind each step, making sure that the students understand the 'whys' and 'hows' for each method. I also try to insert analogies and comparisons in my explanations to make things easier to relate to. After going through a couple examples, I will try to get the student to try a similar problem, while of course guiding and helping them when needed. (read more)
...I graduated magna cum laude from Williams College where I was a Classic major while also completing my premed course work. During college, I was selected to serve as a peer writing tutor for 3 years and have continued to be an editor and proofreader for friends and families. I currently co-chai... (read more)
...Trigonometry has a very real application to the physical world. Relating abstract concepts to real world concepts is a great method for teaching trigonometry. My students understand trigonometry and succeed in their courses with high grades. (read more)
56 Subjects: includingACT Science,ACT Reading,Physics,ACT Math
...I have heard just about every question there is! I have taught algebra and calculus at the high school level, and I was a teaching assistant for college calculus while in graduate school. Precalculus curriculums vary widely, but as a calculus teacher and tutor, I understand and can explain the purpose of different topics in the context of a calculus curriculum. (read more)