...I ask lots of probing questions to check knowledge and understanding during sessions. I always try to make learning a fun experience and like to crack a few jokes here and there. During sessions, I work one-on-one or with groups helping students understand lecture material, work through homework problems, and prepare for exams. (read more)
...After looking into what is on the ASVAB test I wanted to become qualified to tutor for it. I passed the WyzAnt ASVAB content test with 100% and found that it is not much different than when I tutor for my other subjects. The ACT math section has a lot in common with the SAT, both of which I have been helping students with for years. (read more)
...I have spent decades developing strategies to help student understand the mathematics and master the test. I focus on strategies for the SAT/ACT including 1) how to manage your time on the test, 2) when and how to guess, 3) recognizing patterns in the test, to name a few. My students have seen great results with their math scores increasing from 20 - 120 points after working with me. (read more)
...For a few examples, I tutored 5th grade twins preparing for the mathematics curriculum at a private school in Chicago, a girl preparing for 9th grade geometry over the summer, an undergraduate struggling with her quantum chemistry course, and even a retired heart surgeon wanting to learn general ... (read more)