...I help my students to properly analyze problems and choose the best method for solving them efficiently and accurately. I can diagnose problem areas quickly and help students get to where they need to be. By carefully observing how my students solve problems, I uncover their weaknesses if any. (read more)
I am a University of Massachusetts, Amherst graduate with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, where I also hold math and art minors. I then attended Vancouver Film School and have edited several projects since. In recent years, I have discovered my passion for tutoring and have found few things as rewarding as being able to see individuals succeed due to my instructing. (read more)
...This includes study habits, time management with extracurricular activities, and even day to day habits to assure they are doing everything they can to maximize their energy towards different subjects. I have played in quite a few poker tournaments in the past. I understand the probability and rules of the game and have won a few tournaments myself. (read more)
...I am a strong believer in understanding concepts and knowing fundamentals, NOT in doing math by rote. I will certainly help you get your homework done and get better grades, but I will also make sure that you understand it! I teach students techniques to check their work: both by "sanity checks" as in "Does this answer make sense?" and also by reversing the process or calculation. (read more)
...I have used group work as well as independent work. I have experience teaching remedial algebra and geometry classes. When necessary, I helped low performing students before school and during lunch. (read more)