...My teaching style is very calm and down-to-earth. I'm able to explain complicated concepts in a way that's easy to understand and not overwhelming, and I'm happy to explain multiple times in different ways to find one that sticks. However, the most important part of tutoring isn't me explaining, it's the student actually trying a problem. (read more)
...I was a practicing Aerospace Engineer for five years before I began teaching numerous math and science courses for the past ten years at a Christian secondary school in Maple Grove. I am competent and able to teach any high school math or science course and most collegiate math, physics, and eng... (read more)
...Application of my own education in Industrial / Organizational psychology to this coaching has proven successful in understanding key concepts in helping with motivation, confidence, and strategy to help them find success in their own best way. Prior experience as a Military Police Officer has h... (read more)
...I can accommodate any learning style and personality, and I aim to impart critical thinking ability and a solid grasp of the fundamentals. I'm a Minnesota native. In high school, I was a National Merit Scholar and perfect SAT scorer, United States Presidential Scholar, Davidson Fellow, Regeneron/Intel Semifinalist, and Silver Medalist at the International Linguistics Olympiad. (read more)
...Algebra I is my favorite subject to teach, as I love see the students make connections at this basic high school level so they can be successful in the more advanced classes. My experiences have given me the open mind to approach problems in many different ways, until the student understands. I have current certification in secondary mathematics, grades 6-12 and special education. (read more)