...I served as a teaching assistant for the Intro to Biology course for two years. This class had over 500 students! Biology is my passion. (read more)
...But I also understand that many people don't have the same enthusiasm for math that I do. If math is a struggle for you, I will aim to guide you through multiple ways of thinking about a problem. I believe the best way to understand a problem is to use as many problem-solving strategies as you can, until it finally "clicks."Beyond math, I have several other academic interests. (read more)
...Some students even discover that they love learning! The one-on-one environment provides the unique opportunity to find and build on a student’s preexisting strengths and interests. Rather than providing shortcuts and answers on homework sheets, I guide students to use the resources and strategies that they already have to answer their own questions. (read more)
...I eventually received my Peer Tutoring Certification through our school's Academic Resource Center. Recently, I've moved from NYC to Portland and am so excited to help local students succeed! First and foremost, I am a competent mathematics test-taker. (read more)