...I start with the sounds each letter makes, and then put them together in two letter words, working up to longer and more complicated sounds and words. I also use workbooks, and request my students bring a whiteboard and colored dry erase markers. I have taught ACT and SAT test prep for over five years, which includes teaching students to have successful study skills. (read more)
My name is Matthew, and I am a medical student at the University of Minnesota. I majored in biology and spent two years working in oncology research at the National Institutes of Health prior to pursuing my M.D. I have previously worked within the biology and chemistry departments at Carleton College to assist undergraduate students. (read more)
...There, I tutor students in groups of 2, giving them lessons on new topics, give them practice problems, and track their progress. My experience working as a tutor has taught me the interpersonal skills to be a good tutor. I'd like to think that most students like me and are excited to learn with me. (read more)
5 Subjects: includingWriting,Chinese,Algebra 1,ACT English
...Let's embark on this journey together!I have over 5 years of experience tutoring Algebra 1 and I excelled in this subject. I have taken Algebra 1, 2, Trig/Pre-Calc, Calculus 1, 2, Multivariable Calculus, and Linear Algebra/Differential Equations I have over 5 years of experience tutoring Algebra... (read more)
...My tutoring style revolves around interactive exploration of the problems together, rather than just going straight to the answer. This is extremely important, because it teaches the student how to get to the answer on their own when they don't have the tutor by their side. Further, I am a very patient teacher regardless of current skill level or ability. (read more)