...Goal setting is another important aspect of my tutoring, and taking time to plan for upcoming exams and projects. At the start of my sessions, I like to review short-term and long-term deadlines and objectives to put the student’s studies into perspective. I’ve always enjoyed teaching, and helping to build knowledge and confidence in my students. (read more)
...In particular, I found the most effective way of teaching the students was by speaking about their problems in terms of intuition as opposed to filling out the nitty-gritty details. Having really enjoyed my time at the MAC, I decided to become a teaching assistant (TA) in my home department, Ele... (read more)
...Most SAT questions can be answered correctly without pressing a single key. Only after all questions have been attempted would I normally consider checking work with a calculator. To improve SAT math scores, I work with a student to make sure their understanding of the subject is strong and help work the kinks out of any identified weaknesses in the tested skills. (read more)
I offer personalized, one-on-one tutoring for all Physics and most Mathematics courses. I have an MS in physics (astrophysics) from the University of Pittsburgh, and and BS in physics with mathematics from Bucknell University. I have taught physics and mathematics as a college instructor and as a personal tutor for almost a decade. (read more)
...I have tutored students from ages 16-66 at this level, so, whether you’re in high school and struggling with algebra for the first time or you’re back in school after a long layoff and haven’t seen math in a while, I can help you. Additionally, I graduated with a degree in natural sciences from ... (read more)