...Since then I have tutored for WyzAnt with close to 400 hours. I taught high school mathematics in Pennsylvania for 36 years and taught geometry for most of those years. My experience in geometry spans writing proofs(traditional approach) to a more intuitive approach(modern). In addition to tea... (read more)
...I've heard so many times "well it is easy when you teach it like that!" I'm able to take concepts and demonstrate to students a way to do the problem that makes it easy to understand. I do not over complicate things. I tutor all ages of students. (read more)
7 Subjects: includingPrealgebra,Algebra 1,Algebra 2,Elementary Math
...My biggest strength is my desire to learn and to respect the students' backgrounds. I take my time to get to know my students and then tailor my lessons to best serve their academic needs. I use the extensive experience I have gained over the years by teaching middle school, high school and college in several cities and countries to help my students realize their real potential. (read more)
...I have found that it helpful to examine the reasons why we use such formulas and where they come from. From plumbing systems to pacemakers, applications of science and math are omnipresent and underpin our modern society. I believe that a good STEM education empowers individuals to more meaningfully contribute to their communities. (read more)
As a dedicated learner, with a 4.0 GPA in both high school and college, I have the background and desire to teach, and I have been awarded many honors in scholastics: high school valedictorian and summa cum laude graduate from the university. I am a MENSA member and National Merit Scholar. I also ... (read more)