...My most recent tutoring experience was the summer of 2014; I had the privilege of aiding international Japanese students with their pursuit of fluency in English. That was the best summer of my life, but I believe even the joy I felt that summer can be eclipsed if I continue mentoring whomever I... (read more)
...Over the course of my experience, I have gravitated towards a very adaptive style of tutoring. As I get to know a pupil, I attempt to quickly discern not only their areas for improvement, but perhaps more importantly the areas in which they intellectually excel. Although many would say that a t... (read more)
...My college degrees are B.A. (math) and M.S. (math); early in my career, I obtained a substitute-teaching credential for California community (two-year) colleges. I have tutored students in high school math and at the two-year college level. My approach is somewhat informal: reviewing a student'... (read more)
...I have worked as a tutor in San Diego for the AVID program which focused on assisting students who were driven to go to college, but did not have the means or support to do so. On a daily basis I worked with students from grades 6-12 on algebra, English (including proofreading research papers, c... (read more)
...The thought processes may be different than what you are used to, but once you become familiar with them, you can prosper in these subjects. I have worked with learners from a wide range of backgrounds. While I cannot say there won't be hard work and effort involved on your part, you can learn, and even enjoy, these subjects. (read more)