...The ACT English test is basically a proofreading test. I have lots of practice at reading papers and finding the sorts of errors that are easy to fix: small ones that deal with language usage and mechanics rather than with content or tone. My experience with GED prep consists mainly of the math section. (read more)
...Whether or not one wishes to pursue a career in the sciences, it is generally useful to have a better appreciation of our surroundings, and we improve our ability to understand and appreciate our surroundings through math and science. About me: I received my PhD in chemistry (spectroscopy) from ... (read more)
...I can tutor up through a high school level of vocabulary. I took a comprehensive college course on Excel which taught me a variety of things. I know how to do a lot of things with Excel, including: various formulas and functions, charts, pivot tables, multiple-sheet management, what-if analysis, and more. (read more)
...I have tutored English Comp. and Writing for the LARC (Learning Assistance Resource Center) at SJSU and also through Studypoint, Inc. with private clients in the East Bay Area. I also did work last fall with a student through Thumbtack.com. I have tutored in Elementary Math for quite some time. (read more)
...My goal is to increase my tutee's understanding of academic material, for the pursuit of passing their classes at school. In doing this, tutees are encouraged to ask questions that I respond to while I explain relevant concepts. I tailor my tutoring approach to my tutee; any questions they have for my explanations are logically refined to promote understanding based on their learning style. (read more)