...So, I address that anxiety first before anything else and make sure to provide affirmations to the students with each tutoring session so that they can see their own progress in real time. Confidence is half the equation to doing well on the ACT math section: I aim to provide them as many tools ... (read more)
...In addition, I have been a teacher and a substitute teacher where the subject matter within the GED and test prep was taught. I have tutored numerous students during my previous contract with Varsity tutors. Also as a long-term sub and a teacher I had to prep students for exams. (read more)
...I strive to create an enjoyable enriching experience. I am a NYS Certified Math and Literacy Teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Math Education and a Master's of Education in Literacy. I also have an extensive math SAT and ACT background. (read more)
...I believe that with hard work and dedication, students can succeed. When tutoring, I help students understand concepts but also build a strong foundation, developing better study habits so they won't struggle in higher level classes. I don't consider myself just a tutor; I'm also a mentor and a friend. (read more)
...It is from my own student experience in undergrad and grad school that I learned what I teach my students in terms of study skills. Time Management, organization and learning methodologies are essential elements in my tutoring experience. I am a Civil Engineer, a background that helps with mental organization and analytic skills. (read more)