...I try to balance the big picture with maintaining a focus on the technical skills to help students lead themselves in achieving their specific goals in taking such a class. Trigonometric functions are crucial in all levels of Calculus, and very important in physics. In tutoring trigonometry I e... (read more)
...I understand that every student has unique needs when it comes to learning math. I work patiently and diligently to find an appropriate study method for every student, one that improves both their math skills and confidence in the subject area. I graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor's degree in Human Evolutionary Biology. (read more)
...As a certified math teacher, I love working with students to build their confidence with math through problem-based learning. Additionally, I am familiar with the preparation required to ace students' most important exams—I received perfect scores in SAT Math (800), SAT Math II (800), ACT Math (... (read more)
...My teaching has been profiled in the New York Times. As a Wyzant tutor certified in history, I am passionate about the subject—not just names and dates, but trends, causes, consequences, etc. In my experience, this perspective resonates with the students I help because they can begin to underst... (read more)
...For elementary school students, I usually drop my rate by 20%.I have taken GRE in December 2018 with great success, especially in the Math section (170). I am generally a big fan of standardized testing and I try to help my students realize how narrow the scope of possible questions is, as well a... (read more)