...My teaching philosophy emphasizes on providing students with a strong fundamental understanding of mathematics and giving them a considerable degree of freedom. Ultimately there may be only one correct answer to a problem, yet there are many different ways to derive that answer. That is where the fundamentals and artistic elements of mathematics come to play. (read more)
...Why did you make this arithmetic mistake or fail to understand a passage? We'll go beyond the surface-level answers of "I didn't read it properly", and really understand WHY you missed a question. Was it an incorrect reading approach or a fundamental misunderstanding in content? (read more)
...I aim to establish rapport with students so that they feel comfortable asking questions. I aim to meet students where they are, create an open dialogue so that I can address their specific needs, and do whatever I can to deliver positive learning outcomes. I am open to tutoring a range of subjects spanning from middle- and high-school mathematics to college-level calculus and finance. (read more)
...I've been teaching geometry consistently for 18 years. I've been trained in Common Core and have helped write my school district's geometry curriculum and the assessments that the students take. Taught Algebra 1 for over 15 years with a 85% passing rate on Common Core PARCC tests. (read more)
...I continued this work as a TA for three years in college, where I supervised students in introductory CS courses in the computer lab during evening hours. I've tutored students of all ages studying for exams like the SAT, GRE and GED. I teach math ranging from pre-algebra through pre-calculus. (read more)