...To reinforce these concepts, we do practice problems together until the student is comfortable. I believe patience and clear communication is key when working with elementary students. I teach all of my students study skills necessary to do well and succeed on tests and in school. (read more)
...I am a PhD. chemist (UC Berkeley, 1991).
I have taught Organic Chemistry Laboratory, Organic Spectroscopy, and Advanced Organic Spectroscopy as an Adjunct Professor at Southern Oregon University. I am a native speaker of American English with several peer-reviewed scientific publications. I am a graduate of the University of California, where I received a BS. and PhD. in chemistry. (read more)
...My students have greatly improved their English grammar skills also from learning other languages. I greatly enjoy helping people learn and really have fun doing it. I find out what you are doing, both right and wrong, what your goals are, and then help you reach them. (read more)
...There are several ways to doing percents, and I'm okay with any method that words for an individual student. When in doubt, break up percent into "per" and "cent": 20 percent means 20 out of 100, or 1 out of 5. Colleges call it precalculus. (read more)
...I strive to make complex ideas accessible and engaging. By guiding students in forming logical arguments and developing structured action plans, I help refine their communication skills in a way that is both immediate and sustainable. In addition to writing, I have a strong track record of boosting presentation abilities among undergraduates and PhD students alike. (read more)