...My experiences as both a student and an instructor have shown me that the best teachers are those who not only possess a great deal of knowledge and expertise on the topic but also create a kind and non-judgmental environment where students feel comfortable being open about their academic struggl... (read more)
...I love working with students one-on-one and seeing the joy and excitement when a concept that was eluding them finally clicks. Math is not a spectator sport - You learn best by doing problems yourself rather than watching someone else go through example after example. My approach in tutoring is... (read more)
I currently work as a department chair of an excellent high school in Rhode Island. I teach AP Calculus and absolutely love it. I also am an instructor at Johnson and Wales University. (read more)
...Sometimes a student knows the material, but just isn't confident about how they found an answer. Other times, the student may benefit from a real-life example. For instance, a sports fan may understand the concepts of percentages better if it's explained in terms of number of free throws in comparison to total points scored. (read more)
I studied physics at Columbia University, and earned a BS in pure mathematics at URI. I am currently working towards a mathematics PhD. As a graduate student, I've taught online courses in applied calculus, and been an in class instructor for college algebra. (read more)