...I put responsibility on the student to come to each session prepared, meaning they have an idea of what they need help with. I don't want to just briefly review everything that goes on in their class. I want to develop the concepts and skills that the student is struggling with. (read more)
...It's been very gratifying to take students who are struggling with math to the point where they are crying and get them to feel better about their progress. I try hard to prepare students not just for the class they're currently taking, but also give them a good background for future math classes. One of the stumbling blocks for some students is simple lack of confidence in their skills. (read more)
...Although I don't have a formal education in teaching spelling, reading or grammar, I would frequently tutor my family members in the aforementioned subjects. As a student in grade school, I was involved in advanced reading and writing courses and would like to help students succeed in these area... (read more)
...During graduate school, I taught multiple undergraduate classes that required a solid background in math as well as tutored 5-10 students per quarter. I have a Bachelor's and Master's in Physics with an emphasis in Astronomy and Astrophysics. During graduate school, I taught undergraduate classes in experimental and theoretical physics. (read more)
...In trying to improve academic performance, I have found it most productive to establish an environment where the student feels that we are learning together. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, playing guitar, and playing chess. I am fluent in English and Estonian and can read French and Russian.Teaching undergraduate General Biology. (read more)