As a biomedical engineer, I take a more concept based approach to teaching. As a teacher and private tutor of 6 years, I believe that the best way to ensure retention and success in learning is to make sure the student understands the "why" of a concept or problem, and not just "how" it is solved. ... (read more)
...But it also helped me gain confidence that a relationship between teacher and student that works best for both can always be found with a little hard work and elbow grease! My professional work experience has carried over into my tutoring approach. Another thing that has contributed to my tutoring style is my son. (read more)
...I also enjoy sharing knowledge and I make my teaching lessons as stimulating and enjoyable as possible. I think humor is a wonderful aid in teaching, and I use it to lower the stress level whenever possible. Before teaching overseas, I taught elementary school English as a Second Language grades 2-5 for 11 years at David Cox Elementary School in Charlotte North Carolina. (read more)