...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 earned my B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Math from Brown University and have 7+ years of tutoring experience. A firm mastery of high school math skills has been key to my personal success in later coursework and in my career. I personally scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT and earn an 800 on the SAT Math Subject Test. (read more)
...I have applied it in areas like economics and machine learning. Calculus might be the subject I have tutored the most in the last few years. I used to play poker professionally, concentrating on Hold'em variants. (read more)
...I generally use the students' current knowledge and ask probing questions to get them to teach themselves the material and bring in experiences to facilitate learning (I find this Socratic method works best for retention), but, when needed, will lecture. I have been playing violin for over 25 ye... (read more)
...I am willing to travel 30 miles to deliver the lesson. I suggest all prospective students arrange a consultation session for the first time we meet, so as to determine goals and logistic issues.More than 10 years of experience teaching Calculus and beyond. Calculus is not hard -- sufficient mastery of Precalculus and Algebra is the key to success. (read more)