My name is Sam. I recently completed my PhD in Math at UMass Amherst. I have experience as an instructor and as a teaching assistant in calculus, as well as one-on-one tutoring at the Calculus Help Center. (read more)
...Throughout college, I have received no lower than an A for any and all chemistry-related classes I have taken, as well as tutored fellow classmates and students throughout the past years. Over 100+ hours of AP physics tutoring experience Over 50+ hours of tutoring precalculus, with plenty of add... (read more)
...I really enjoy mathematics: reading, subscribing to YouTube stations, and doing recreational math. I coached two high school math teams for five years and tutored extensively, so my math skills are current with regard to High School Math as well. I have a Masters Degree in Physics Education from the University of Virginia, a specialty that does not exist elsewhere. (read more)
...I thoroughly enjoy working one on one with students and tailoring lessons, activities, and approaches to fit the needs of that one individual. I also enjoy getting to know the student and his or her interests outside of academics. I am open and energetic, caring and compassionate, well-trained and perceptive. (read more)
...My aim is always to allow pupils to progress at the pace which best suits them - to move forward swiftly when possible but to slow down and consolidate when that is necessary. Continual assessment of knowledge and understanding is the key - derived from observation and questioning. My emphasis is always on achieving deeper understanding. (read more)