...I'm also a teacher at Art of Problem Solving Academy -- teaching middle-school and high-school contest math, Algebra 1, prealgebra, and honors 5th-grade math. I've taught at the college level as well, as a teaching assistant for mechanical-engineering and climate-science courses. I'm also a math-contest problem writer. (read more)
...In college, I quickly realized that many subjects require a deep understanding of the material, rather than just practical application. Having studied at both Russian and American higher education institutions, I noticed that each system excels in areas where the other falls short. I decided to... (read more)
...It all starts with the GMAT which is not easy and was never intended to be. I help them master the math questions and review their essays for business school so they too can get into the school and career of their dreams. After cooking Chinese food for eighteen years, I discovered baking, Korea... (read more)
...I have a strong work ethic, I am passionate about education, and I am intimately familiar with what it takes to succeed while managing a heavy academic workload. In high school, I took a total of 10 AP classes and achieved a score of 1550 on the SAT. I have worked with several high school and college students in math ranging from pre-algebra to college level multivariable calculus. (read more)
...Please contact me with any questions or to schedule a session. I offer free consultations (online or phone) with prospective students and their parents.I earned a JD from New York University in 1990. For the next 25 years I was a criminal defense attorney and represented clients during all stag... (read more)