...I love watching my students understand new concepts and succeed in their classes! I have several years experience as a teaching assistant and as a private tutor, and I like being able to tailor the sessions to fit each student's needs. I am a life-long learner myself, and often learn new concepts or refresh old concepts with my students. (read more)
...I have taught statistics at the 1st year college level, and more advanced courses such as biostatistics, calculus-based probability, statistical inference, and others at the college level. I have mostly tutored and taught math and teach at the college level. I've taught and tutored calculus-bas... (read more)
...My tutoring philosophy emphasizes conceptual understanding. Students often handle procedures without grasping foundational principles like Newton's laws, so I focus on building a solid conceptual base before moving on to problem-solving exercises. I use thought-provoking questions to encourage deeper learning. (read more)
I hold a BS in Physics from Brigham Young University with a math minor, a Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, and a Ph.D. in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Purdue University. Since graduating, I've worked as a postdoc at BYU and two national laborat... (read more)
...My tutoring practice is about creating a two-way conversation, and gaining a deep understanding of a student's goals, challenges, and strengths. In that process, I hope to offer new perspectives and techniques that will make a difference in both the short- and long-term. It's cliched, yet it's true: learning is best kept as a life-long pursuit. (read more)