...Students that hone these techniques over considerable practice have had great success! I am a computer programmer with ten years of experience. I have successfully tutored a number of ISEE, SSAT and TACHS students using techniques that I have developed to help SAT students raise their scores by several hundred points! (read more)
...Throughout my teaching journey, I have had the privilege of working in a variety of environments that have shaped my approach to education. In traditional classrooms, I strive to create a collaborative atmosphere where every student feels valued and included. I believe that when students work together, they not only learn from me but also from each other, fostering a sense of community. (read more)
...There are other tidbits to my approach, dovetailing to what is described above. For example, for the vast majority of questions, even of the form "which of the following...", I will ask you not to be looking at the answer choices. The reason for that is simple: by covering the answer choices, y... (read more)
...I have a unique teaching style that emphasized understanding over memorization. This approach builds confidence in the student, allowing them to find their own solutions, rather than relying solely on methods taught in school. I have been preparing students for the ACT Math since high school. (read more)
...We discuss what concept is being illustrated in the problem and what strategies and tools can be used. I am patient to help the student get an understanding that is clear to them. This individualized approach is very effective in building confidence.- former physics professor- active the last 15 years tutoring high school and college physics- Physics Ph.d., Johns Hopkins. (read more)