...I can help explain the topic in a way that makes sense, and I can help if earlier algebra skills are lacking. I will use my experience in this area to teach strategies that will help you succeed in this subject and prepare you for future areas of math. Calculus is my favorite math subject. (read more)
...Throughout my academic career, I developed a strong foundation in math and physics, scoring a 5 on AP Physics 1, Calc AB and BC, a 4 on AP Physics 2, and a perfect SAT Math score. In college, I took advanced Mechanical Engineering courses like Statics, Rigid and Fluid Dynamics, and Control Syste... (read more)
...I received my BA in Philosophy from Biola University and my MA in Philosophy from CSU Long Beach, with a 3.8 GPA. In addition, I have completed 27 units of education courses. Here's a quick rundown of my tutoring experience: I started tutoring in 1997 and have been doing test prep since 2003. (read more)
...For me, knowledge is context, and we build knowledge by establishing one area, then onto the next, and so on. In a tutoring session, we may be working at least one objective, depending on what we can accomplish. I have experience with my students where that area may be clarifying a concept, addressing a misconception, or improving problem-solving skills. (read more)
...I find most students require instruction for the verbal section like a an athlete needs conditioning exercises--mnemonics to aid their vocabulary skills, practice analogies, a primer for concepts in proper grammar. To that end, my role is usually that of a strict coach, monitoring them doing the... (read more)