After completing a Physics major at Caltech, I moved to Princeton to pursue a PhD in the same field. In addition to actively doing cutting-edge research, I am passionate about teaching math and physics to students of all ages who are enthusiastic about developing a deeper appreciation for the mathe... (read more)
...Having to use geometry concepts is a great background for tutoring geometry. Being an electronic engineer for 30 years and working indifferent disciplines requires a real understanding of physics, giving me a great background to tutor physics. My qualifications for this subject are using algebra for design and analysis of circuits, which was essential to the success of projects. (read more)
...I have tutored many elementary age children in all core subject areas and have six years of experience teaching sixth graders. As a Math and Science teacher I understand the need for Study Skills and how the lack of them can have a severe impact on student performance and confidence. Study Skills entail being organized, disciplined, and knowing your learning style. (read more)
...I break down complex math tasks to individual skills, zeroing in on those blockers and helping the student to remove them. With the blockers understood and addressed we can then build up the remaining skills to get back to the complex task that the student needs to master. I review school work ... (read more)
My name is Mark, and I'm the author of SAT Math For Dummies and ACT Math for Dummies. I've got 15 years of experience helping busy high school students achieve their college dreams, with a focused yet low-stress approach to the tests that will also help you do better in your current course work. A... (read more)