...I was a math major and took engineering probability and statistics in college. I also have tutored graduate-level statistics and am familiar with all major types of hypothesis tests used for research. As a high school science teacher, I annually teach full units on genetics, heredity, protein synthesis and genetic technology to my biology students. (read more)
...I was voted Most Outstanding Graduate Student in the School of Education at Loyola in 2007. Teaching, I was voted Best New Teacher at a school in New Orleans in 2001, where I later became the youngest department chair in school history. Later, I moved to Western Massachusetts, where I also served as department chair, then Maine, where I began tutoring full time. (read more)
...I sometimes found the textbook definitions and explanations unsatisfactory so those instructors that were patient and fully explained concepts were my favorite ones. I like to start my tutoring sessions with a few minutes of casual conversation to get to know the student better which will make i... (read more)
...In my prior experiences as a tutor, work management skills have been a critical element. I've worked with students to set goals, timelines, or even simple routines to aid them in achieving their study and homework goals. I also incorporate these skills into my own life - that's what has enabled... (read more)
...Growing up, math has been a strength of mine. But, I know it isn't for a lot of people, and I'd like to help. If you/your student are/is in Elementary School or Middle School, and are (1) behind in Math, (2) at par with the class, or even (3) ahead of your/their grade level, then I would love to help in any way I can to meet your goals and expectations. (read more)