...When I returned to NY in 1996, I resumed work as a Home Teacher for the Arlington School District for another 2 years plus continued to tutor Mathematics as a Private Tutor. I enjoy helping students understand math better. I try to create problems related to my students' interests to make math easier to relate to and also fun to learn. (read more)
I've always enjoyed one-on-one work with students, since this best allows me to pinpoint and address the student's areas of confusion. Every learner is different and I believe it's important for tutors to identify and adapt to the learning styles of their students. I aim to be flexible and creativ... (read more)
...As far as teaching style is concerned, I vary my lessons based upon the individual student's aptitude. 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. (read more)
...While getting my BA in Theater Arts in Los Angeles, I taught elementary school children in an after-school musical theater program. I have some experience with teaching 20 1st-5th graders at a time. Currently, I am attending DCC in an attempt to get a degree in Physics. (read more)
...I am in my senior year at Stony Brook, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics and Statistics. Do you or your child ever get frustrated when math suddenly loses its meaning and just becomes a bunch of letters? My teaching helps by focusing on understanding the underlying concepts instead of trying to memorize everything. (read more)