...I'm particularly passionate about teaching science to people who feel like their brains "don't do science". The best feeling is when someone initially says "I can't do this. I'm just not good at this" comes back and shares their successes with me. (read more)
...If I see that a student is struggling with a concept, my instruction will be more involved, explaining the process step by step. I typically can cover 2-3 topics per hour based upon student comprehension. I don't rush, I don't pick up and leave once we hit 60 minutes, I try to make the process as painless as possible. (read more)
...I have been tutoring math since high school. I have a unique teaching style that emphasized understanding over memorization. This approach builds confidence in the student, allowing them to find their own solutions, rather than relying solely on methods taught in school. (read more)
...And I'm good at giving you a solid base of knowledge to work from, including filling in any gaps you may have. In my experience if a student is having trouble understanding a subject, there's a reason for it. I enjoy working together to find out what the problem is and then developing strategies to combat it. (read more)
...Working as an engineer has continued to expand my own critical thinking and enforce the material learned in school. With every student, we work through new material and improve study skills and critical thinking. Rather than giving students the answer, I guide them through problems step by step so they grasp the process and material. (read more)