304 Pierce Tutors

...I have taught all levels of math courses, including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Precalculus, Trig, Calculus 1-3, and Linear Algebra, as well as Intro Statistics and Business Statistics. I know where most students have trouble, and I really love helping students "get it"! I am also very patient and I won't make you feel stupid. I have taught at a community... read more

...I have found that there are many ways to present information and that not all students are receptive to a particular method. It is my belief that the best instruction comes from true understanding the fundamentals, rather than simple breadth of exposure. With these two thoughts, I make it my focus to ensure mastery of the topic, be it strictly math,... read more

...Many of my former students have entered law and graduate or other professional schools after achieving high entrance scores in reading, writing, and general knowledge on standardized exams. In addition to my degrees and tutoring experience, I taught at UT, Austin for over ten years and was the chair of an ESL program for five years in which I led... read more

...Much of my reading training prepared me to teach spelling because of the phonics component. I have taught spelling in the classroom for over 10 years and also helped students decode and spell in small groups when I worked as a literacy specialist. Phonics instruction training is included in Orton Gillingham, LIPS, which were my courses to be licensed... read more

...As an undergraduate, I aced this course, including the laboratory. Now, as a PhD student in a biochemistry lab, I utilize much of this knowledge in my day-to-day activities. Let me help you master what is a challenging, yet extremely interesting course. This is my favorite course to tutor. Not only am I pursuing my PhD in a human physiology field,... read more