...Applying my passion for the Abacus, I ended up teaching many others, especially those who prefer different learning modalities than simply listening and writing down what is being taught. The abacus teaches students to visualize calculations through unique hands-on methods, processing visuo-spat... (read more)
...I was first introduced to teaching when, as a high school student at the Bergen County Academies, I worked at a math camp teaching non-standard problem solving to 5th - 8th graders. Seeing the students' eyes light up with wonder upon being exposed to novel ideas and new ways of thinking is an experience I will not soon forget. My schedule is fairly flexible. (read more)
...I spent the past 6 months tutoring a student for the ISEE test. She took the exam this fall and performed above the 75% which is an excellent score for students at her grade 5th grade level. I am able to tutor the lower level ISEE exam. (read more)
...I love working with students and finding unique ways to help them reach their objectives. I have utilized many techniques that have proven successful in basic academic skills, organizational skills, communication, stress management, and confidence-building. In addition to improvement of grades,... (read more)
...Having taught many one-on-one sessions for both English and French as well, I also have the ability to teach individual students in a way that is customized for them—such as reviewing problem areas and using their interests to guide how materials are taught. As a non-native speaker myself I unde... (read more)