...My emphasis is always on achieving deeper understanding. I graduated from the University of Cambridge in England - one of the world's premier engineering schools, where everything (including mathematics) is brought back to first principles. I have considerable experience of applying that knowle... (read more)
...The two professors that I wanted to work with left MIT, and I ended up doing finite element modelling of crystal growth. I just did not enjoy it, but I had enough will to beat my head against the wall for 7 years. After wasting my twenties, I found that I had a knack for communicating with teenagers and that teaching was a possibility for me. (read more)
...I tailor my teaching approach to the student's needs, whether it is preparing for a test or helping throughout the school year. I know the material well enough to teach it or just be there to give hints as the student works through the problems on their own. I got my bachelors in Chemical Engineering and got my Masters in Business. (read more)
...Johnny, 9 lessons with John
“You will not find a better Calculus Tutor”
Our son was enrolled in Honors Calculus, a tough course at a very demanding San Francisco High School. Prior to working with John, our son did not really "get" calculus, had struggled with the course, and had been further s... (read more)
I've been tutoring students in math and physics for over a decade. In my time as a tutor, I've come to realize that 90% of the time, tutoring is about asking the right questions. With the right questions, students can find answers on their own, and truly build their problem-solving muscles. (read more)