...I am passionate about chemistry and enjoy sharing that passion and energy with students. I like seeing students understand difficult concepts and applying them to new problems. I engage in conversations to understand what the students are missing and what they’re not understanding. (read more)
...I have had great success helping students understand and learn how to attack word problems and solve equations. Calculus was invented to tackle real problems, but too often it seems like a bunch of abstract stuff and weird procedures to memorize. I first studied Calculus at Columbia Heights High School, with a great teacher, Roger Sadlowsky. (read more)
...Even though I was known for guiding my students to good results on the AP and IB physics tests, that wasn't what mattered most to me. I wanted to share my excitement and love for math and physics. The most important results for me were seeing students get excited about physics, and start doing their own exploring. (read more)
...My background includes success in advanced math courses and a strong understanding of Algebra 1 principles. I'm passionate about helping students tackle complex equations and problem-solving strategies with confidence. I did the coursework and exams for a PhD in finance at UCLA Anderson, and TA'ed classes while I was there. (read more)
...During the 2022-23 schoolyear, I taught pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry in a classroom setting. For the past five years, I've aided middle and high-school students in mastering mathematics including pre-algebra, algebra, pre-calculus, and trigonometry. My test scores in math include an 800 Math SAT II, 5 on AP Calc AB, 35 on ACT Math, and 750 on PSAT Math. (read more)