...Beyond academics, I spend my time in the wilderness, backpacking, kayaking, and bicycling. With an extensive mobile shop, I also craft items via metalworking, woodworking, and bushcrafting. Each of the big three disciplines (math/physics/engineering) carry with them specific approaches that are both their strengths and their weaknesses! (read more)
...I can present the material in many different ways until we find an approach that works and he/she really starts to understand. Nothing gives me a greater thrill than the look of relief on a student's face when he/she actually starts to get it and realizes that it isn't as difficult as was previo... (read more)
...If I find I am not helping the student, I will let the student and (if applicable) parent or guardian know. Actuarial Science - I am a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries; I have over 35 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industries. Algebra 2 and Calculus - I had an A a... (read more)
...Once students are engaged, I love exploring the topic in an in-depth and meaningful way that peaks their interest and demonstrates clear, real world applications. In addition to teaching in the classroom, I held tutoring sessions after school for students requiring additional support. In these sessions, I was able to tailor my support to exactly what each student needed. (read more)
...In high school, I worked as a peer tutor, private SAT prep tutor and private math tutor for high school freshman. In the past I have tutored on the Varsity Tutors platform, tutoring subjects such as ACT test prep, trigonometry and AP Calculus AB. I was highly rated by my students for helping them better understand the material, receiving a cumulative 4.9 star rating. (read more)