...I always enjoy guiding students to not only pass tests, but also cultivating their competence and intuition in the Japanese language. I have carefully prepared lessons for each level of Japanese, and always tailor each lesson to each individual student because not every person learns a language ... (read more)
...I taught 10th grade Philiosophy, and so was able to simply very complex ideas in a way for students to comprehend and get a "nuts and bolts" understanding of the material. I taught AP Literature for many years, and so am familiar with this type of content. I am familiar with the reading and writing comprehension requirements for both the ACT and the SAT. (read more)
...I have scored (and will still score today) an 800 SAT math, 36 ACT, and 51 in GMAT math. I have 10+ years of experience tutoring math at all levels and across a wide range of topics. I've worked with elementary school students in small group math clubs all the way to 1:1 sessions with adults preparing for graduate school exams—and everyone in between. (read more)
I'm Jacob! I graduated Summa cum Laude with a B.S. in mathematics and a minor in astrophysics from the University of Minnesota before moving to Seattle to pursue a Ph. D. in mathematics at the University of Washington. (read more)
...It disheartens me whenever I hear students complain that "math is too hard" or that they see no practical purpose. The faults lie in how the curriculum is taught; traditional practices are no longer effective in reaching today's students. Therefore, I engage the student, making it entertaining while not sacrificing content. (read more)