...I'm Tairan, and I'm a Cornell University graduate (summa cum laude). I've always loved math, and I believe that every student can be a math person. As a certified math teacher, I love working with students to build their confidence with math through problem-based learning. Additionally, I am fa... (read more)
...The courses with professors who actively engages with me and worked through problems together instead of the ones who solely relied on lectures were the courses I excelled in as I believe this fosters the best way to learn. As a result, I wish to continue this idea of teaching through tutoring o... (read more)
...The math I can help with ranges from simple arithmetic to Calculus 3. I have taken classes in the following:
Discrete Math
Linear Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Probability
Statistics
I am planning on taking classes in Abstract Algebra, Foundations of Geometry, and Differential Equations next semester. Those are my limitations, but I generally like to stay within the high school level. (read more)
...I provide techniques to solve the problems in timely manner and provide fundamental explanations for mathematical concepts for difficult problems. I like challenging and creating a fun learning experience for my students. I am able to quickly identify gaps in a student's understanding, and provide reinforcement for those areas. (read more)
...Examples of students SAT math score results (515 is an average SAT math score)
400 before tutoring; 590 after working with me
460 before tutoring; 680 after working with me
640 before tutoring; 790 after working with me
The following four sections are the only sections that contribute t... (read more)