...The same concepts are in elementary algebra, and I have a good amount of experience tutoring at this level. I like to find the right balance between identifying patterns through the repetition of a given category of problem, and asking more conceptual questions. Advanced algebra was one of my favorite subjects in graduate school, where I earned an "A" in at least three or four such courses. (read more)
I hold a master's degree in mathematics from Brandeis University where I studied hyperbolic spaces and groups, a bachelor's degree in applied mathematics from Southern New Hampshire University, and I am licensed to teach high school mathematics in the state of Massachusetts. I am a member of the Na... (read more)
...This allows a student to spot incorrect answers that may initially be appealing but that are inconsistent with some element of the text (or that are simply not justified by the text). I think the new SAT is a clear improvement over the old test and preparing for it helps students raise their rea... (read more)
...I have helped many others achieve high test scores and develop a good understanding for physics and how our world works. I tutored at my local high school while I was there helping many students achieve 700+ scores with high confidence in the Math portion. I scored an 800 and took up to linear ... (read more)
...During graduate school, I had the privilege of serving as a teaching assistant for both undergraduate and graduate-level courses. My teaching philosophy focuses on imparting the fundamental concepts of a subject, as a strong grasp of these principles lays the foundation for deeper understanding.... (read more)