...Once a firm foundation (and confidence) is built, the student may progress faster. Algebra 2 builds upon both algebra 1 and geometry, extending concepts such as trig functions and logarithms, and introducing concepts such as complex numbers. I like to insure the student has fully mastered prere... (read more)
...Writing: I spend much of my free time writing and I enjoy helping students with their writing as well. I am able to explain grammar, work on essay planning and writing, advise on writing lab reports, and help the student maintain a professional voice. ESL: I lived outside of the US for most of ... (read more)
I graduated from UNCA with a degree in mathematics. I spend quite a bit of time tutoring and doing my own research in mathematics (encryption most recently). I've learned a great deal in working with students over the years and have developed a unique teaching style to help students feel more conf... (read more)
...I love the spark of excitement in an "aha moment" and seeing my students grow and become more confident. I see tutoring as an opportunity to empower students to navigate problems independently. Rather than teaching strategies and procedures alone, I dig into the “why”s underneath- why a method works, how it relates to other concepts, why we are doing what we are doing. (read more)
...With over a decade's teaching experience, I can give simple, clear explanations for even the most complex topics in Introductory Statistics. I am proficient with TI graphing calculators, Minitab, and StatCrunch, and have experience teaching statistics using R. I have over a decade's experience ... (read more)