...Most students struggling in mathematics tend to have holes in their fundamental understanding of concepts taught earlier in the year or in prior years. Given my experience teaching math at all levels, I focus on finding these holes and making sure they are filled with the requisite understanding. Standardized test preparation is an area of expertise. (read more)
...But when I entered college one of the first friends I met happened to be from Rio. We became very close and I got into the habit of practicing Portuguese with him and asking questions about the language at every chance I got. The year after we met, he invited me to stay with his family in Brazil, which I did. (read more)
I offer private tutoring, remotely (over the internet), for all ages (from adults down to 6th grade). Please consider me if you know someone who could use help with writing or reading– or if you are such a person, yourself.--I graduated college with a degree in English and a minor in Education, then... (read more)
...I pride myself on my ability to adapt my teaching style to the needs of my student while keeping the experience as fun as possible. In my sessions, the student is a partner in the process; together we will create a plan to achieve the goals that are important to you at your pace. I’m passionate about using evidence-based strategies to ensure our sessions are comprehensive and engaging. (read more)
...With adults, I mainly tutor in ESL and Chinese as a second language. I believe that the most important part of being a tutor is catering the lessons and materials to each specific student based on their own strengths and weaknesses. Even during my time in the classroom, because I was lucky enou... (read more)