...Academic AchievementsI have scored over the top 90% of the National percentile in the SATs. I've always excelled in math since I was young, and I was on the Deans list at University at Albany. I scored in the 90s in the Algebra Regents. (read more)
...Despite over ten years of experience tutoring, I've always kept tutoring as a part-time thing with a limited number of students. I prefer it this way so I can get to know my pupils better. In addition, this arrangement means that I usually have enough free time to be flexible in case the student needs an extra session for a test or midterms, or has to reschedule because of conflicts. (read more)
...Tutoring for me has always been about ensuring personal development and incremental steps towards success. In classes with over 20 students of varying learning styles and abilities, a teacher can be greatly restrained in their resources to ensure that each and every one of their students underst... (read more)
...I teach Math, Physics and Astronomy to grades 9 through 12, and I also have a second job lecturing introductory Physics at Borough of Manhattan Community College. So, as for my teaching philosophy..
There are two real issues I find students have:
1. They understand the material, but can't ge... (read more)
Patience, organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of the subject matter are the qualities that make an exceptional tutor. It is also important to be aware of the three most important learning styles - visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. I have been tutoring math for 15 years, and these qualities have set me apart from other math tutors. (read more)