Hello, I am Nathan! I am currently in my fourth year as a high school math teacher, but I have been tutoring math for over 10 years now. I have by bachelor's degree in math from UW Madison, where I also went on to receive my masters in curriculum and instruction and a teaching certification. (read more)
...I worked as a self-employed tutor during my last two years of undergraduate and tutored students in subjects such as calculus, statistics, and programming. I enjoy working together with students as well as helping them learn and achieve their goals. As a tutor, I hope to make learning enjoyable and also help elucidate any topics that you have questions about. (read more)
...Most tutoring lessons involve the student solving problems (whether they be homework, test prep, or example problems) while I provide oversight. If I see the student take a wrong turn or if the student is stuck, I will then ask directed questions to push the student in direction they need to succeed. I am a Ph.D. student in Physics specializing in Astronomy and Astrophysics. (read more)
...My philosophy as a tutor is that I see my job as helping you grow in your own independent learning skills. I believe every student is capable of understanding math well. As a teacher, I have found that students struggle the most when there are gaps in their understanding from previous classes. (read more)
...All of my students have showcased significant improvement in their respective subject areas. My most effective strategy has been my ability to break down seemingly complex topics into steps and terms that are better and more easily understood. One of my principal beliefs is that, in order to do... (read more)