...With this background, I am uniquely well suited to explaining where a math concept is used out in the world, and I can quickly mathematize a situation to show how a concept can apply to individual student interests. I have been teaching middle and high school math for over ten years, and I have ... (read more)
...In addition, I have extensive experience tutoring this subject and have a great track record of improving student's grades and understanding. Lastly, I continue to use these skills in my own academic career. I have achieved perfect scores on both the Massachusetts State-Level Testing (MCAS) and the SAT, demonstrating a deep understanding of the subject. (read more)
...Outside of the classroom setting, I always provided one on one office hours, and people have always complimented me on my teaching. Also, I co-lead a high school-level outreach program in my department, in which I taught many topics in physics to a class of high school students. Overall, my goal in teaching is finding ways of describing complex topics in simple, easy to digest ways. (read more)
...I am experienced in preparing students for university, work, or everyday life. I am always prepared, organized, and ready to adapt to the specific needs of each student. I know how to craft lessons that are useful, engaging, and interesting, and propel students forward to the greatest extent. (read more)
I am a recent graduate of Kenyon College (GPA 3.8) who has just started a PhD at UMass Amherst in the Polymer Science and Engineering department. I have previously tutored high school chemistry, college introductory chemistry and college organic chemistry as well as a few math courses. On average, with regular tutoring, my students with a C end their courses with an A. (read more)