...In front of a large classroom, you are forced to say what is somewhat helpful to a number of people, yet it was not EXACTLY what ANYONE needed to hear. The classroom setting often makes it impossible to address any one student's specific need, since a group average "composite character" must be taught to instead. This can be frustrating. (read more)
...I love the the Physical Sciences. I have taught Physical Science and Middle School Science and have a good background in Physics. I was able to raise AP scores in both school systems that I taught in. (read more)
...I'm Maya. I received my BA from Swarthmore College in 2013 (major: psychology; minor: English literature.) During this time, I began tutoring locally. I have been tutoring students one-on-one since this time (10 years). After graduating, I worked as a kindergarten co-teacher. (read more)
...I have coached both boys' and girls teams, including my own sons' teams as they were growing up. Coaching lacrosse is a lifelong passion of mine. I have masters degrees in educational technology. (read more)
...As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited. I have a great deal of experience both with the SAT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. (read more)