...At the age of nine, I taught myself how to speedread, and I increased my reading speed from 270 words a minute to over 600 words a minute over three months. I taught a fifth grader from Afghanistan the basics of English from zero knowledge of English, and he was able to learn in about 6 months e... (read more)
...I have spoken with many college admission counselors about what they look for. I have spoken with several college advisors about what is expected at the school and how their department works. I am familiar with various requirements for degrees and scheduling of classes. (read more)
...I take pride in making difficult subjects more approachable and relatable, tailoring my teaching methods to fit each student's unique learning style. I believe that patience, encouragement, and clear communication are essential to academic success. My approach to tutoring focuses on building strong foundational knowledge while encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills. (read more)
...I understand how the abstract nature of algebra can make it a challenge for students. My strength lies in breaking down the difficult concepts and explaining them in understandable terms until they make sense. I have taught and tutored various levels of chemistry for over 30 years. (read more)