...Working in a large classroom can be overwhelming at times for a student who is having difficulty as well as for his or teacher. Improving a student's skills and performance starts with being able to sit down and pinpoint his or her specific problem points and strengths. I pride myself in concentrating on just this and finding the balance between pushing, encouraging and having patience. (read more)
...I understand that math can be a very confusing subject and that it needs to be broken down in such a way that each individual person can understand on their level. I try to give everyone a personalized approach so that they connect with they are actually learning. I'm really flexible with hours when working with people in difficult times. (read more)
...With a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Minnesota and experience working for top medical companies like Mayo Clinic and Medtronic, I have a deep understanding of the practical applications of physics in the real world. As an instructor, I take a down-to-earth approach to te... (read more)
...I greatly prefer a blended approach that does not solely focus on reciting or testing. I encourage students to formulate theories and defend their opinions on what they are learning while incorporating their own experiences into examples. This allows them to take away concepts that can be applied in a wide variety of settings, rather than subject-specific knowledge. (read more)
I have been involved in education for the last 15 years at both the college and high school levels. I have lived in the Richmond VA area since 1992. I have graduate degrees from VCU. Any specific questions can be answered by contacting me. (read more)