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)
...I teach Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, and AP Computer Science A. I graduated from Florida State University with a B.S. in Applied Mathematics, and later obtained an M.S. in Mathematics from Fairfield University. I've always enjoyed helping others learn new skills, which led me to a career in teaching. (read more)
...In the future I will continue graduate school for a PhD in Physics, most likely relating to black hole mergers. I absolutely adore math, and love thinking of shortcuts and the most efficient, creative ways to solve problems. In middle school I won my regional MATHCOUNTS competition twice because of such pursuits, and it has instilled in me a love for standardized tests. (read more)
...From that early age, when I discovered the joy in helping students understand difficult Math concepts, I have been always on the lookout for opportunities to deploy my Math teaching skills. My love of teaching Chemistry goes back to my high school days, when I started tutoring students from lowe... (read more)