...I have tutored kids at three different locations with two different programs over the last two years at PACT and DUV Tutoring, respectfully. I also had worked at a Kindergarten full time for a month during my senior year of high school. That together means that I have over 400 hours of experience working with children. (read more)
...While you will find tutors with greater academic credentials than me, remember the quote I heard from Minnesota football coach PJ Fleck: “nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” Advanced credentials of a tutor will not make you a better student. Working hard with a tutor who cares will. Contact me on Wyzant if you need help. (read more)
...When tutoring or leading the math seminar, I aim to understand the concept first and then explain it to the struggling student. Then, as I have been classically trained, I work through examples with the student until they feel confident to complete them on their own. Of course, each student is different as to the teaching style they respond best to. (read more)
...This is why I use detailed lesson plans to prepare for my students, including time where I introduce and teach material, work through examples together, and assign homework problems if needed from different resources. These lesson plans change based on the student, as my goal is to find a unique... (read more)
Hi everyone, I'm Jake! I recently graduated with honors from Northwestern University, where I majored in Social Policy with minors in Economics and Psychology. Additionally, I will be starting a Master's program at Harvard University this coming fall! (read more)