...I studied computer science when I attended university. I have deployed many projects on servers that I have rented (AWS) and servers that I have built myself. I also daily drive linux, as well as run a few boxes out of my home for personal projects/convenience. (read more)
...I am now a full-time teacher at Frankford Friends School in Philadelphia. I have been a Wyzant tutor since December of 2015. While I love being in the classroom and having 20 or so students at a time, I have found that the opportunity to work with students one on one is a very rewarding experience. (read more)
...I think that my love of teaching stems from the fact that I was a very slow learner myself and struggled with many aspects of mathematics. So I'm usually able to relate to my students' difficulties. A little bit about me. (read more)
...Starting with the fundamentals is so important, so the student has the tools and understanding to expand on their knowledge as they continue learning. I am free in the mornings and evenings most days and some afternoons, and aim to work with the student and parents as much as possible. Focusing initially on what the goals are and how best to help. (read more)
...My favorite method of doing so is constantly facing students with variations of the original problem, waiting for their ideas, and challenging them. I always try to explain the same principle from different perspectives, often using cross-disciplinary analogies. These allow for a deeper understanding of the material and also provide students with a broader arsenal on their exam day. (read more)