...More importantly, however, not a single student came away from my classes at the end still hating and dreading math. For the students who wanted, I was able to work with them to take AP Exams, particularly AP Calculus, with which most of them were able to score a 5. The goal of teachers is to f... (read more)
...His classes have attracted players of strengths ranging from rank beginners to world champions. A chess professional since 1998, Chris is widely recognized as one of the main driving forces behind the explosion in popularity and sudden rise in quality of scholastic chess in California. Chris T. has brought world class instruction to California’s most talented young chess minds. (read more)
...Mathematics is a tool I use in my professional life. I also have taught college level Algebra/Trigonometry/Calculus in graduate school as a way to augment my stipend. As part of my own coursework I have studied advanced differential calculus and algebra and am well versed with mathematics curri... (read more)
...I really enjoy teaching as it gives me a chance to make my student experience the joy of learning and makes me feel satisfied. Students who studied with me in elementary grades are in high schools and colleges now. It is a delight to hear their success stories, especially when they talk about h... (read more)
...Calculus has a natural connection to science, especially Physics, so I make those connections whenever possible. I also find real-world applications for the Calculus concepts so students see how relevant the math is to their lives. When I teach math concepts such as Geometry/Math 2, I try to make it more engaging for the student by connecting the math concepts to other subjects. (read more)