...My name is Shad and I've enjoyed boosting grades and raising GPAs as a tutor at UC Berkeley and other elite universities for over 10 years. I hold a Ph.D. in Political Science with a major in Quantitative Methods from UC Berkeley. Before I came to Cal for my Ph.D. (read more)
4 Subjects: includingElementary (K-6th),Statistics,Probability,Elementary Math
...This level is often an area where even good math students may feel overwhelmed. I focus on teaching the basic concepts and their connections to previous skills to assist my students in moving forward with confidence. I have tutored in Geometry for over 10 years and of all the topics in math it is my favorite! (read more)
...Also, I discuss test taking strategies to assist the student in improving test grades. Throughout the sessions, I have students solve problems to see where they are making mistakes. Students have a different approach to solving problems, so I work with what method works best for each students' learning style. (read more)
...My approach to teaching is rooted in patience, encouragement, and personalized attention, ensuring that each student receives the support they need to thrive. My lessons are tailored to meet the individual needs and learning styles of each student. Whether it's improving phonemic awareness, com... (read more)