...My tutoring philosophy is straightforward. I believe in breaking down complex concepts into understandable segments. My record demonstrates my effectiveness: students I've worked with consistently achieve improved grades, often exceeding their own expectations. (read more)
...I am a believer in teaching why unit circle trigonometry is so useful, how it is related to basic triangle trigonometry and where it comes from. I have tons of experience teaching this subject because it is an integral part of most Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus courses. I love tutoring students in college-level essay writing! (read more)
...I also have worked hard to develop strong study skills throughout my academic career, and am happy to share those tips to students as well. For me, the biggest reward for teaching is watching a student's confidence grow! While I have experience teaching subjects and skills to students from Kindergarten to college, my skills are probably best suited for high school aged-students. (read more)
...As a tutor, I conduct weekday chess sessions in elementary schools across the Saint Louis region, covering puzzles, strategies, etiquette, and facilitating in-course tournaments. Beyond tutoring and directing tournaments, I lead designated pocket chess parks in Saint Louis and manage logistics f... (read more)
...This experience propelled me into education, as I founded my own tutoring business a few years after college. I have done several years of graduate research at Purdue University (W. Lafayette, IN) and have run SAT prep programs at a Sylvan learning center. (read more)