...I have the experience to reach students' levels and move them to their goals. I follow a problem-solving method and constructive approaches to building knowledge to reach mastery of Algebra. I taught advanced algebra and mathematics olympiads in Russia. (read more)
...I am able to explain complex concepts in a way that resonates with the student. I have tutored Precalculus at Onondaga Community College for the Past 8 years. Sines, cosines, and tangents, oh my. (read more)
...I've also developed my own strategies for becoming a more successful learner based on the ideas of multiple intelligences and individual learning styles. When I was a program manager for an adult education program, I even worked on a curriculum for our teachers and tutors to use with their stude... (read more)
...I am also familiar with grade school level arithmetic and word problems. My usual style is to first let you work through a problem as best as you can. This helps identify problem areas which we can work on together. (read more)
...In short, I try to teach mathematics in a way that helps students use it in their daily lives and see its relevance. While teaching at Syracuse University, I received the Outstanding Teaching award from the Graduate school in Spring 2022 for my teaching skills. I have taught multiple mathematic... (read more)