...The strategies include a focus on structure, chronology/order of topics, duration and frequency of study, and relevant resource access and utility. My tutees, at the tutoring program I started and oversee and others, have found these strategies effective, as did/do I during my own study sessions... (read more)
...I like to teach students to look for key words in physics problems that help them to identify which equation(s) to use as well as what assumptions are necessary to start the problem. Furthermore, I like to encourage an understanding of the material rather than a memorization of steps. I've been tutoring SAT math for the past year and am very familiar with the exam. (read more)
...I've also tutored Chemistry before at the request of my high school chemistry teacher. I took Geometry in 8th grade. Of all fields of mathematics, I find Geometry most intuitive. (read more)
...Whether it's through their textbook, handwritten notes, or online resources I help students by engaging with the material in the way that is most intuitive for them. I also like to keep students actively engaged by not just explaining an entire answer to them. Instead, I like to ask them to explain their thought process and directly address any gaps they have in their understanding. (read more)
...As an high school teacher, I helped students with SATs, college essays, application processes, and more. I've written letters of recommendation and seen some students go on to win full scholarships. I am also a Caldwell scholar alumna and interview students applying for scholarships, so am familiar with the procedures from that end as well. (read more)