...We discuss what concept is being illustrated in the problem and what strategies and tools can be used. I am patient to help the student get an understanding that is clear to them. This individualized approach is very effective in building confidence.- former physics professor- active the last 15 years tutoring high school and college physics- Physics Ph.d., Johns Hopkins. (read more)
...Tutoring subjects: middle school math and science grades 5-8, pre-algebra, algebra 1, geometry, algebra 2, trigonometry, pre-calculus, Earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, AP biology, science elective courses, SAT math, ACT math/science, SAT 2 biology, SAT 2 chemistry, SAT 2 Physics, and s... (read more)
...Then I give the student multiple practice problems to allow them to practice and firmly understand how to solve the problem. I also focus on making sure students manage their stress well. I know working on subjects that are difficult can cause cause students to panic. (read more)
...Feel free to contact me with any questions. TimMy background is in mechanical engineering and physics has always been my favorite subject. As a tutor, I try to relate the subject matter to everyday life; physics in many respects is a study of the world around us. (read more)
...The greatest joy, I find in being an educator, is the moment when the student with no initial appreciation and respect for mathematics , finally gets the material and starts to understand the subject and becomes more confident at what he/she has learned from me.I have tutored Algebra at the Unive... (read more)