...Most people just lack the confidence, and I so enjoy watching them gain confidence and achieve what they want to. I have a broad education with a degree in Chemistry, minor in Math, and a PhD in Biology, so I think this can help me integrate subjects for the student to both engage their interest... (read more)
...I will do as much assessment as allowable from the beginning by talking to the student’s teachers, parents, and others; doing direct assessment of my own in the targeted subject areas; and reviewing any records, scores, or work samples that are provided. The assessment will allow me to truly kno... (read more)
...By now I know exactly where students get confused, exactly which explanations work best, the most efficient ways to explain each concept, and so on. But don’t trust me on that. Let me prove it. :) I have a math PhD and twenty years teaching and tutoring experience at the university level. (read more)
...I have found that students that can "see" the mathematics can often understand the mathematics, so I encourage students to use diagrams and graphs to visualize problems. I am a patient teacher, as well, encouraging students to ask questions as we work and providing additional examples to help st... (read more)
...Teaching has become a fulfilling passion of mine, and I am excited to partner with other parents to see their students achieve success. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or to schedule a session today. I look forward to hearing from you.I have a degree in Chemistry, but math has always been my favorite. (read more)