...As such, I have a keen insight into how Geometry is taught in the current high school environment and what expectations current high school teachers have for this course. I have tutored students on and off over the last seven years in Precalculus. I have an excellent understanding of the mathematics used in Precalculus. (read more)
...In this type of tutoring session, I become the lecturer and give lectures on never before seen topics and provide homework and even exams upon request. A typical example of this is students enrolled in AP Calculus AB but wish to take the AP Calculus BC exam. Topics I am most comfortable teaching are Algebra 1,2, Precalculus, Calculus I and II and SAT math. (read more)
...I have had the privilege of helping many students pass math classes that were difficult for them prior to meeting with me. I take great pride in trying to make complex topics and make them easier for students to understand. I use desmos to help students visually see different math problems when necessary. (read more)
...I am a strong believer in understanding concepts and knowing fundamentals, NOT in doing math by rote. I will certainly help you get your homework done and get better grades, but I will also make sure that you understand it! I teach students techniques to check their work: both by "sanity checks" as in "Does this answer make sense?" and also by reversing the process or calculation. (read more)
Hi, I'm Sydney! I recently graduated with honors with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering at UC Irvine, so I am very confident with all things math and science. STEM classes can undoubtedly be scary and confusing, and I love helping others create understanding and appreciation for these subjects. (read more)