...I found that my passion for the subject matter didn’t make a huge difference in which classes came easy to me, but rather the quality of instruction by the professor. A good teacher can explain complex ideas in a simple way. One of the best professors I had challenged us to explain all the difficult topics we learned at a fifth grade level. (read more)
...Let's get started! Thank you for your consideration.I am New York State Permanently Certified to teach Secondary Mathematics (high school). I attended SUNY Brockport. Also, I have degrees in Electrical Engineering where Algebra was the basis for nearly all course work, so my knowledge of practical applications of Algebra provides an additional perspective to learning. (read more)
...I know how important time management is; therefore, when students contact me, we have a previous conversation to discuss their needs and expectations. My end goal is that they understand the logic behind the concepts rather than mechanically answering questions: therefore, some topics might need... (read more)
...I try to introduce some basic algebra concepts, such as the use of a variable for an unknown value in an equation -- but really emphasize a lot of basic numeracy concepts such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing mixed and improper fractions, ratios and proportions, absolute values, p... (read more)
...I have been tutoring students for several years in chemistry, physics, biology, and math. Helping the student achieve their highest potential is my priority. My tutoring method is to start at the beginning: where the student is now, what are the weaknesses in the student's preparation for this subject, and then proceed to greater understanding, using the student's actual school textbook. (read more)