...I have also sat in on several Regents exams as an interpreter/translator. My years of experience allowed me to develop multiple strategies for approaching students and ensuring they understand the material at hand. I excel at tackling the root of my student's problems to ensure that their foundation is sound and strong before moving on to more advanced sections in Mathematics. (read more)
...As a graduate student at University at Buffalo, I worked as a Teaching Assistant for 3.5 years, leading recitations, providing tutoring in the Math Help Center, and holding office hours. Most semesters, I served as a Teaching Assistant for College Calculus I and really enjoyed it. As a Teaching... (read more)
...I find many students have a certain apprehension towards math. I try to reduce any anxiety they have by breaking down problems into smaller parts. I find that developing flashcards with my students helps them to quickly review the key concepts on a regular basis. (read more)
...As a teacher and tutor, I both model problems and concepts as well as provide opportunities for students to practice with guided support - and eventually independence! I work to weave student interests together with math as much as possible to showcase how useful and interesting the subject of m... (read more)
...The responsibilities of an SI involved not only holding two ninety-minute teaching sessions per week, but also serving as a peer mentor for the younger Physics students while working with the Professor of the class. I would average about 10 students a session and it would be quite intimidating a... (read more)