...The areas I have instructed include basic math, word problems, algebra I and geometry. I was a certified teacher (level 1-12) and and I have taught at a private special ed school and local public schools. Currently I am a GED math tutor for the city of New Haven (adult education). I am a former elementary level instructor. (read more)
...My PhD is in physiology and neuroscience from UConn. There I focused on the molecular mechanisms that underlie learning and memory. This combined with prior career experience in social work (including 3 years training at Yale Child Study Center) have provided me with a great deal of practical experience and application of study skills that best promote learning. (read more)
...These subjects include Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Physics 1, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Computer Science A, Literature, Statistics, Chinese, and Psychology. Moreover, I scored a 1590 on the SAT, culminating in the prestigious 2023 National Merit Scholar Award. Beyond my academic pursuits, I have taken on leadership roles and made substantial contributions to various extracurriculars. (read more)
...My teaching style is patient and encouraging. I try to help students develop number sense and conceptual understanding while helping them master course material. Many students still have some gaps in math knowledge from the pandemic, and I enjoy the challenge of working with them to fill in those skills. (read more)
5 Subjects: includingPrealgebra,Algebra 1,SAT Math,ACT Math
...I often use IXL or my past classes' notes to source HW and problems. Additionally, I like to explain new concepts in multiple ways and adjust my lessons to the student's learning style. I also adjust the pace of my lessons accordingly, and give more or less HW and in class problems based on the student's performance. (read more)