...But I firmly believe that with the right teacher EVERYONE can learn it. I'm an Ivy League trained physicist who has been teaching math for over 20 years. I've taught high school students, college students, and grad students alike. (read more)
...This also helps with confidence; I have seen math anxiety legitimately hurt the exam scores of otherwise exceptional students. Also, every student learns differently, so having a variety of teaching styles to adapt to the needs of the student is important. I have tutored, taught, and/or written exams for each of the courses I have listed. (read more)
...My teaching philosophy centers around a student-centered approach, where the individual needs and interests of each student are taken into consideration when designing lesson plans. I strive to create a supportive and positive learning environment where my students feel comfortable taking risks ... (read more)
...However, I also have a lot of experience in statistics as my PhD research deals heavily with statistical modeling of genomic data. I have previously developed course material for different statistical concepts as part of my teaching requirements for my PhD. Furthermore, I am happy to tutor subjects in biology, with a particular focus on molecular biology. (read more)
...My specialty is math, but I can help with all sections of the exam. While my training is for middle and high school students, I am well-versed in New York State Common Core curriculum and I have worked with children from 8 years and up as a tutor. I understand how to help children build good math habits as well as understand concepts. (read more)