...I have also taken Russian classes at the University of Washington and received 4.0s in all of them. I have played saxophone for 7 years and am skilled specifically in jazz. I was the lead alto saxophonist in one of the nation's top high school jazz bands. (read more)
...Their patience and responsiveness to questions significantly enhanced my educational experience. In my teaching approach, I aspire to bring the same level of enthusiasm and dedication that I have encountered at Berkeley to you. Drawing from years of experience in instructing calculus, linear algebra, act math, and algebra 1 & 2, I prioritize an organized methodology. (read more)
...My practical experience comes from singing & teaching barbershop harmony, an art form where teaching & learning by ear is routine--as arranger Deke Sharon says, it's "black belt" level harmony singing! I have sung with 10+ barbershop quartets and other a cappella groups, and taught dozens of sin... (read more)
...My students did well, word got around, and soon there was a clamor for more programming classes -- in response to that demand, I later went on to learn and teach Python. To summarize, not only do I know Java, but I understand programming and can teach it, in person, in print, and online. I stud... (read more)
...When I work with student, I am able to identify where the student struggles and adapt my lessons accordingly. for example: I will simplify complicated ideas by using analogies or step-by-step problem-solving. Make sure students understand basic concepts before moving to advanced topics. Instead of giving solutions directly, I guide students to solve problems themselves. (read more)