...I am currently a PhD student at Tufts University in Computer Science, and hold a BA in Computer Science + Linguistics from Cornell University. I regularly tutor students across all areas - including AP CS Principles, AP CS A, Intro to Computer Science (JAVA, Python), Object Oriented Programming,... (read more)
...Our sessions start with an example homework exercise, and I will ask questions to reveal the student’s thought process and see where they are stuck. We discuss what concept is being illustrated in the problem and what strategies and tools can be used. I am patient to help the student get an understanding that is clear to them. (read more)
...That is my specialty - high-quality, scientifically-based effective instruction. While I currently work as a school counselor, I am also a CT certified math teacher grades 7- 12, and I taught math as a classroom teacher for 9 years. Additionally, I have tutored over 120 students individually over the past 20 years. (read more)
...Additionally, I am an Oracle Certified Associate, Java Programmer. With four years of tutoring experience, I have developed a strong passion for teaching. My love for teaching began during my final two years of college when I worked as a peer mentor and tutor. (read more)
...But consider this: those same math teachers who tell you what to do, had most likely not scored well themselves when they were your age. What's more, chances are good that they cannot score that well now, either. That's because their ways are... well, unduly complicated. (read more)