...But the biggest source of my education has been interactions with students like you. My approach to tutoring is to listen to where you’re at, and then guide you to the path of understanding. It’s not hard. (read more)
...Not only did I graduate Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, but I also have two boys myself, in 8th and 10th grades, so I know the type of math they are exposed to. Patience, kindness, and a positive attitude are the tenets of my tutoring style. Algebra 2 has always been one of my stronger subjects because I enjoy the rigor of problem solving, as well as the abstract nature of the subject. (read more)
...This experience includes Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Precalculus and AP Calculus. I have been teaching in New York City for over 5 years and have experience working will all age levels. I have also tutored for the last 7 years with various ages, including middle school through high school seniors studying for their SAT. (read more)
...I help my students solve a problem by letting them try their own methods to solve the problem, and I provide guidance as they need it to help them fully understand how to answer it. If necessary, I will show my students how to do a couple of problems, and then I will have them do similar problem... (read more)
...Next, I will ask that you 'throw out the clock,' i.e. have no concept of time when you are preparing. "But I have a very limited amount of time on the test!" you may object. That's true. Perhaps somewhat counter-intuitively though, the more time you spend 'dwelling' on a problem during prepara... (read more)