I'm a very experienced and adaptable tutor. I really enjoy helping people in general, and making math and science feel less intimidating, even for grad students and professionals — there really is no subject that can't be made more accessible with clear explanations and different ways of thinking about problem solving. At the same time, I really enjoy off-beat subjects. (read more)
...I currently live near MIT and have been known to use their library resources (and sometimes the brains of my colleagues!) to hunt down answers to especially difficult questions. I possess two years of research experience in experimental low-temperature physics, six months in theoretical particle... (read more)
...My approach to teaching algebra is not merely to restate the material that's in a student's textbook but to collaborate with the student to develop strategies that build upon his or her unique strengths. I take the time to discover each student's unique academic strengths, and then adapt my teac... (read more)
...I'd love to see students gaining confidence in solving problems. I had chances to reinforce my math skills while I have done research all these years. I have very strong mathematical skills. (read more)
I am a PhD student at Boston University studying Astronomy & Astrophysics. I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Astrophysics from Harvard University. I have tutored at a variety of levels: middle school, high school, and college over the past 5 years. (read more)