...I was also the New Mexico High School Chess Champion as a junior, subsequently participating in the national Denker Tournament. I have mostly taught chess at my local high school in a classroom setting. My methods include setting up a demonstration board and playing through instructive games, and asking questions about different aspects in the position. (read more)
...I recently worked as a teaching assistant for the university's introductory mechanics class, Physics 140. As a graduate student at UCLA, I was a Teaching Assistant for the introductory C++ course for undergraduate students. I led a discussion twice a week with ~30 students, answered questions, taught concepts, and graded homework. (read more)
...Whether you need help polishing an essay, solving a pesky homework problem, or mastering whole course material, I’m here to help. We’ll take it step-by-step until you feel confident in your ability to succeed. I believe learning works best in a casual, personal, and encouraging atmosphere. (read more)