...I think learning happens when it is purposeful, relevant to daily life, and engages students. It should teach not only knowledge but also critical thinking skills. I think learning is important to social and personal development, and I strive to be an educator who is results-oriented and hopin... (read more)
Thanks for checking out my profile! I'm Sam and I have been tutoring mathematics and physics courses for 7+ years. I graduated Magna Cum Laude (and in the top 5% of my class) from Appalachian State University, with a Bachelor's degree in Physics and a minor in Mathematics. (read more)
...I consider myself fortunate to have had teachers throughout my academic career who have made an effort to learn how I learn best. I believe I do the same for the students I work with. There’s nothing more rewarding to me than watching the lightbulb turn on in someone’s mind—that moment when eve... (read more)
...I have been gifted in science and math since a very young age. I had to skip a grade so I wouldn't run out of advanced math courses before I left elementary school and I scored in the 99th percentile on the math and science portions of the SAT as the youngest in my class. As the oldest in my ge... (read more)
...I am open to helping with summer classes, reviewing information, getting a head start for next year, exam preparation, or any other tutoring needs. My approach to tutoring starts with understanding what you need to accomplish and developing a plan for how we will get there together. Understanding the goal allows us to create a plan that is efficient and helpful to reaching it. (read more)