...One of the most demanding applications of calculus is engineering. I have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Wayne State University. I have over 25 years of experience as an Electrical Engineer in design, development, test, applications, training, and sales. (read more)
...I have worked one-on-one with students usually 1 or 2 times a week, and I have experience with working both virtually (typically over Zoom) and in-person. My goal is to help students as much as possible, meaning I am always open to any suggestions or additional resources that either parents or students may have. I am easy to reach and will respond quickly to messages. (read more)
...I have tutored students at the university level, the community college level, and high school level. Currently I am working professionally as an Electronics Engineer. I generally tutor in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago (Mount Prospect, Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Schaumburg, Palatine). I am available on weekends and Fridays to meet. (read more)
...At the first introductory meeting we chat about the student’s goals and expectations, as well as his or her hobbies and interests. Knowing what drives the student helps me to design interesting lessons: I remember how a tennis player was indifferent to the motion of a stone, but excited by a sim... (read more)
...One of the best compliments I received recently is that one of my students jokingly said to her mom, "I wish I could just go to the 'school of Andrea.' When she explains this stuff, it makes sense."
When a student is already excelling at a subject we're working on, I can help the student go dee... (read more)