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Austin P.

Experienced, knowledgeable double-major, loves math and science!

Petaluma, CA (94952)

Travel Radius 30 miles
Hourly Fee $30.00
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Hi!

I have a lot of fun with math and science and want you to also!

I am a graduate with a B.S. in Physics and B.A. in Math from Sonoma State University. Currently, I am tutoring as a way of support as I pursue a MS in Bioinformatics. For the last 6 years, I tutored in part- to full-time in physics, math, chemistry and Latin part-time, helping Jr High students, High School and college students. My tutees' ages have ranged from elementary to retirees with each person having a different way of learning. I like to work lots of examples similar to the problem at hand to help guide the student in productive studying and feel confident about the subject. As much as possible, I try and relate to the student at whatever level of understanding they are at. We all learn differently, I would like to provide a custom learning experience. Using this method, I have helped all of my students excel with their homework, tests and entrance exams.

I also have experience developing a customized curriculum for students who want to study ahead in preparation for that next math or science class they are taking.

NOTE: If you are interested in being instructed over the summer, please contact me and we can set up a plan to prepare you (or your child) for that fall class.

My teaching experience includes: president of my physics club during my undergraduate education, helping to organize free tutoring to college students, organizer in MESA and MECHA events on campus. I also frequently organized club outreach trips to local middle schools and fairs where we gave demonstrations and helped students with their projects. As a astronomy docent, I assisted college students during observations and participated in astronomy research field trips.

My goal after I receive my masters is to work in a professional environment and teach at some point after I have earned my "stripes." Although I enjoy applying math and science in the "real world," it is also very important to me being able to work with students one-on-one.

Austin's Subjects

Math:
Science:
Music:
  • violin
English:
  • English,
  • reading
Test Preparation:
  • ACT Math,
  • ACT Science,
  • ASVAB,
  • GED,
  • GMAT,
  • GRE,
  • PSAT,
  • SAT math
Computer:
  • general computer,
  • Microsoft Excel,
  • Microsoft Word
Elementary Education:
Business:
  • GMAT,
  • GRE,
  • Microsoft Excel,
  • Microsoft Word
Corporate Training:
  • general computer,
  • GMAT,
  • Microsoft Excel,
  • Microsoft Word,
  • statistics
Homeschool:

Algebra 1

This is one of those classes that everyone has to take at one point or the other. I have been helping student's get excellent grades (both young and old) since I started tutoring about 6 years ago. From my experience, I’ve found many of the students seeking help in this class don’t enjoy math in general. I am, however, a firm believer that math is for everyone. The reason I enjoy helping students on this subject is that I am able to help provide one of the first enjoyable experiences they may... Read More

Algebra 2

I have been tutoring Algebra 2 for many years now to many different students. For some, I have helped them to kick their grades up to A; for others, they needed some serious help in order to even graduate high school. Taking Algebra 2 under an umbrella program in high school, I essentially taught myself through the class and can definitely help students get a great grade in this class.

Many of the concepts are a continuation of Algebra 1, however many of my students have taken it more... Read More

Calculus

Not only was Calculus the subject I tutored the most during college, but it was one of my favorites. Many of the concepts in it apply to real life and are more intuitive than a lot of students believe. That being said, it can be challenging and I work hard to make it straightforward, provided extra material for extra practice as needed.

I have taken all 4 semesters of Calculus and also a partial differential equations class which deals especially with 4th semester Calculus.

Chemistry

I have completed 1st and 2nd semester of chemistry at Sonoma State University, however I can only accept students for AP High school through the first semester of college chemistry.

All of my chemistry tutees have shown a lot of improvement after we have worked together on they types of problems and concepts they are struggling with.

Physics

What can I say? I love physics. Some people hate it, but for me it just makes everything I observe around my that much more interesting. Maybe you hate it, are a little afraid or just need some guidance. I'd love to solve some problems with you.

Precalculus

Precalculus is a critical class for many majors. It does not have the star-power of a calculus class, but it is just as important and can make the difference between a C or A in Calculus. I have extensive experience and great success grade-wise working with students in this class, and work hard to have the student acquire a strong working knowledge.

SAT Math

I have been helping students out with the math section for the SAT for several years now. So far, all of them have gotten into the college or university they were hoping for even feeling very nervous about math in general. My goal is for the student to feel some confidence and achieve the highest score possible even if it means doing some remedial work.

Study Skills

Most of my students have possessed all the skills necessary to do well in their classes. All have benefited from my suggestions for better study habits. My experience in this area has come directly from my own experiences and extensive experience aiding the many students I have have helped. I have worked privately and in group settings with student's test prep, helped the student to organize all of their coursework and developed a system to keep themselves organized.

One of the most... Read More

Differential Equations

For all applied math majors, at least 1 class in differential equations in required if not two. I have taken 2 differential equations classes, that dealt with solving homogeneous, partial differential, linear homogeneous variable coefficient, Fourier series, etc.

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