...The "teach-back" method that I still use to this day. It involves taking the information, synthesizing it, and teaching it to someone else. As a tutor, I serve to make the content more palatable through my experience and understanding, and the teach-back method can be used to solidify the student's understanding. (read more)
...Proofs and theorems can be tough to learn when you've never dealt with them before. One of my strengths is guiding students to learn how logic is related to geometrical figures gain confidence in approaching proofs. I also like to help those who are interested appreciate the beauty of geometry and show how all math has its origins in Euclid. (read more)
...I am skilled in tutoring in Earth Science, Physical Science, Biological Sciences, and Mathematics and can tailor lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual student needs. Additionally, I mentor students, support decision-making, facilitate goal-setting and work on studyin... (read more)
...In addition to my academic work, I have been playing piano for 36 years (20 of them professionally as a jazz pianist & bandleader). I enjoy teaching piano lessons (beginner classical, beginner/intermediate jazz, beginner/intermediate blues, and beginner/intermediate pop/rock), as well as music t... (read more)
...I provide comprehensive tutoring, with specialties in language skills and the SAT & ACT. I've found that a level of informality improves communication and builds rapport with my students, and that learning a bit about their struggles & strengths, preferences & personalities lets me present mater... (read more)