...I recently graduated with a JD from Boston College Law School and also have a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I have recently sat for the Uniform Bar Exam and I am currently in the process of seeking admission to the Massachusetts Bar. I am passionate about helping students succeed. (read more)
...I avoid handing out answers, but poke and prod to generate content from your own mind. That is where the highest quality material typically hides. At the same time, we will address any gaps in knowledge which might hinder exploration of a subject. (read more)
...I also scored a 34 on the ACT and a 1520 on the SAT, and have done some test prep for standardized tests as well, largely focused on the reading, english, and science sections. I find that success in the IB program largely depends on individualized help, pattern recognition, and efficient prepar... (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)
...I use lesson plans in which I review and introduce the top in a fun yet understandable way before teaching the material at a pace which is best suited to the student. If a student has any questions, I make sure I answer it fully before giving the student a practice question to make sure they und... (read more)