...I graduated summa cum laude from Missouri S&T with a bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering and a minor in mathematics. During my studies I realized that the one thing I enjoy more than learning is teaching what I've learned to someone else. As an engineer, I do my best to teach material in a way that is not only remembered by the student, but also understood. (read more)
...While some instructors introduce mathematical formulas early on, I choose to focus on proofs and derivations for a deeper conceptual understanding of material. Mathematics often has a reputation of being mundane but rather than stifling creativity I like to foster imaginative methods and approac... (read more)
...I have seen numerous results with these techniques over 17 years and I'm always amazed at the consistency of results. I have helped many students do well on the Cooperative Admissions Program (COOP) test and gain entrance to the Catholic high school of their choice. The High School Placement Te... (read more)
...I am committed to student success. I am a Ph.D. chemist with over 30 years of industrial experience and over 7 years of teaching experience as adjunct faculty in the chemistry department. I can teach chemistry at all levels from high school through college, and for any purpose (exams or projects). I can teach mathematics through Calculus II. (read more)
...For tutoring, I can provide personalized, interactive topical lessons and homework help. I enjoy math tutoring, and have spent over 2000 hours doing near-pear tutoring for students ranging from middle school to post-college. I also scored 36/36 on the ACT Math, and have taken math up to Calculus 3. (read more)