...I have taught English (writing, literature) at the university level for over 20 years. I have taught ESL for 5 years, tutoring students with a variety of native languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Croatian. I prefer to teach students who are at least at the intermediate level. (read more)
...I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Biology at Howard University as well, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a 3.93 GPA. Additionally, I have received awards/scholarships for ranking amongst the top 10 students in my medical school class, and I have been selected for the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. However, I was not always a top-performing student. (read more)
...I received my PhD in physics from Rice University. After defending my PhD thesis I joined the physics department at the University of Maryland where I conduct research on fundamental forces and particles in the universe. Throughout my education and career I have developed skills and interests in math, physics, problem solving, and teaching. (read more)
...I hold myself to a high standard. Accordingly, I don't bill for any lesson unless and until the student and parent are completely satisfied. To ensure that students have a quiet and comfortable study space with me, I have a dedicated study area in my home office, but am also happy to meet at any other location in the DC area, including the student's home, a library, etc. (read more)
...As a facilitator, I instructed up to forty students, maintained an academic grade book, and was required to uphold the same teaching protocol as faculty. I attended lectures with the students to take notes, model good student behavior, and prepare tailored curricula for my own classroom sessions... (read more)