I am a New York City public school teacher who currently teaches Algebra Common Core, Geometry Common Core and AP Calculus AB. I have experience teaching all levels of mathematics from 6th grade math through Calculus. This experience includes Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Precalculus and AP Calculus. (read more)
...I currently have 6 geometry students. My masters in Special Education qualifies me to teach reading as a specialist. I am an English major. (read more)
...Two, doing math mentally teaches you to *look*---typically for a shorter way to solve the problem---and eventually to *see* such a short solution. A typical SSAT problem can be solved---mentally---in under 10 seconds (that is, once you've slowly read it).
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...As far as teaching style is concerned, I vary my lessons based upon the individual student's aptitude. If I see that a student is struggling with a concept, my instruction will be more involved, explaining the process step by step. I typically can cover 2-3 topics per hour based upon student comprehension. (read more)
...My Bachelor's degree was in mechanical and electrical engineering from Swarthmore College. I also have a Masters degree in Teaching. But the biggest source of my education has been interactions with students like you. (read more)