...My approach is to teach students how to use the reasoning skills they already have and to bring these skills to bear to conquer whatever math problems they have. If this approach appeals to you, why not give me a call.As an electrical engineering major at MIT, I studied regular calculus, vector ... (read more)
...In addition, in my work as a physics tutor, I’ve helped dozens of students with the algebra and calculus background needed for physics. I graduated with a minor in mathematics with a focus on calculus. I also have a wide knowledge of where different mathematical aspects appear and are used in the real world. (read more)
...I have worked with students to prepare for the SSAT for the past 10+ years. My students go on to perform well on the test and are accepted to a wide range of private and parochial secondary schools in the area, including Thayer Academy, Boston College High School, Notre Dame Academy and Milton Academy. I am a Massachusetts certified teacher in grades 1-6. (read more)
...I have a BA from Dartmouth College and nearly 15 years of tutoring experience. I teach my students to move forward in an organized, step-by-step manner. Examples of study skills methods I use include
1) writing possible quotes for papers on individual note cards that organize information/citat... (read more)
...Best,
Derek
I specialize in Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, and SAT Math, as those are the subjects I have taught and most frequently tutor.I have been tutoring high school students in Algebra 1 for several years. As a current math teacher, I see the issues students face when sol... (read more)