...My main approach to tutoring is explaining by example. Once the student shows me the topics they are confused on, I will show (and explain along the way) an example of how to solve the problem. To ensure understanding, I will always have the student try a problem on their own, while I am there for them to ask questions along the way if needed. (read more)
...I also have earned a CELTA certificate. 20 + years teaching TOEFL to adult ESL students
25 + years teaching ESL to adult students
Former ETS TOEFL speaking and writing test rater
Former IELTS speaking and writing test rater
Former TOEFL test proctor
Preparatory test instructor (to include IELTS,... (read more)
Hi students and parents,
My name is Cyrus. I am an engineer and I have years of experience teaching and tutoring all math subjects, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, precalculus and calculus, both privately and in classrooms, since I was an undergraduate in college. I am friendly and patient and I am willing to share all my knowledge and study methods with my tutees. (read more)
...Tutoring is my favorite form of education, both on the teaching and the learning side, as I feel so much can be achieved when the learning is focused on one student. I also love developing relationships with my students and feel I get a lot out of it myself. Teaching to me is more than just imp... (read more)
...I graduated from UCLA with a Bachelors in English while running the marketing department at a small publishing house in LA. I wrote pressers and press kits for authors booked on prominent talk shows while they completed their press tours. I loved that job, however they were acquired by a larger publishing house and I didn't like the future they offered me. (read more)