...I'm a big believer in making the material approachable, and that building confidence paves the way for future success. Whether you are looking to regularly work with a tutor, or possibly in need of some emergency cram sessions... give me a shout. This math nerd is happy to help!I spent a semester as a student teacher in a high school classroom. (read more)
...During my undergraduate junior and senior years, I was a designated tutor for my chemistry department in organic chemistry. The students who came in regularly and from the beginning saw the greatest gain. Learning organic chemistry, at large, requires a build up from the physicochemical properties of molecules and functional groups, to reactions and mechanisms, to synthesis. (read more)
...I also find ways to relate the subject matter to real life uses, aiming for more excitement and engagement with the student. I take a more relaxed, fun approach to my tutoring. Less stress for everyone involved and makes the material more enjoyable to learn. (read more)
...I've also experimented on the hardware side, including fixing my MacBook and building a Hackintosh. I've tutored multiple students in the use of Microsoft Windows over the past three years. I've also documented it as part of my technical writing, which mostly was for software that ran on Windows. (read more)
...I learn where students are at, what they're willing to do, and help them to the next level of achievement, whether they are passing a course, or just in need some general help. I can also teach study skills, as I have done with our 6th-grade students. As a former middle-school counselor (previo... (read more)