...Since then, I've continued to tutor mathematics. Do you or your child ever get frustrated when math suddenly loses its meaning and just becomes a bunch of letters? My teaching helps by focusing on understanding the underlying concepts instead of trying to memorize everything. (read more)
...Rather than giving students the answer, I guide them through problems step by step so they grasp the process and material. I can simplify the material so that it is easier to understand. I pay attention to and focus on areas of struggle. (read more)
...Algebra 2 has always been one of my stronger subjects because I enjoy the rigor of problem solving, as well as the abstract nature of the subject. I took higher-level algebra courses in college, and I developed an app for the iTunes store which is heavily reliant upon algebra 2. I have awards i... (read more)
Hi, my name is Pierce B. and I am a Math/Computer Science/Economics triple major and rising sophomore on full academic scholarship at Amherst College. I have been teaching programming as a job at Summertech camps for the past three summers to middle school and high schoolers. I have also TA'd and tutored friends in math/computer science/economics and chemistry in college. (read more)
...In tutoring, I constantly try to make sure that the student understands the underpinnings of the subject and not just the answers. I tend to use many analogies in my tutoring to connect the topic at hand to things the student has more experience with. I have learned that each student has a different learning style and try to adapt my lessons and approach accordingly. (read more)