...I have a deep understanding of Modern European History from 1756 to present times, starting with the Seven Years' War. I have been reading on my own since the age of three. At the age of nine, I taught myself how to speedread, and I increased my reading speed from 270 words a minute to over 600 words a minute over three months. (read more)
...One student was very pleased that she could now "blow away" her older sister in math. My schedule is very flexible. I am available mornings, afternoons and evenings. (read more)
...The twentieth century has witnessed profound changes and will be the focus of intense study. Topics:
The Birth of Modern America (1865-1900
Imperialism and Progressivism (1880-1920) Boom and Bust (1920-1941)
Global Struggles (1931-1960)
A Time of Upheaval (1954-1980)
Toward Equality and So... (read more)
...Although my classroom experience has been in the sciences, I am equally comfortable tutoring geometry and algebra, including SAT Prep. Students have told me that I am able to explain and illustrate difficult concepts in everyday terms. If one explanation doesn't work for you, I will find one that does! (read more)