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Tutor with Engineering, Interior Design & Architecture background
Catherine W.

523 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Hourly Rate: $100
Catherine W.'s Photo

Tutor with Engineering, Interior Design & Architecture background
Tutor with Engineering, Interior Design & Architecture background
Catherine W.

523 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

523 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Catherine


Bio

I've tutored students from middle school to grad students, from SSAT test prep to Master of Architecture students. My passion for education is evident in my teaching methods, as I work with students holistically and convey information according to their learning preferences. Having both an Engineering and Architecture background, I am able to explain difficult concepts to either a left or right-brained student, verbally or visually. Additionally, I offer emotional wellness support for...

I've tutored students from middle school to grad students, from SSAT test prep to Master of Architecture students. My passion for education is evident in my teaching methods, as I work with students holistically and convey information according to their learning preferences. Having both an Engineering and Architecture background, I am able to explain difficult concepts to either a left or right-brained student, verbally or visually. Additionally, I offer emotional wellness support for students in high-pressure situations, particularly those preparing for standardized tests or those in architecture school.

I use systems thinking and project management skills to work with students through managed lesson plans to achieve their big-picture goals. By laying out a targeted plan and tailoring lessons specific to each student, refining and adapting as needed, the student is set up for success through incremental learning and increased confidence. I've witnessed my students grow to enjoy a topic which once gave them anxiety. Patience and empathy is just as important as technical knowledge when it comes to increasing a student's confidence and interest in a topic and I am committed to using soft skills to encourage the learning of hard skills.

YOU
...are an Interior Design or Architecture student needing help with design concepts or software
...want to learn more about ID or Architecture as a career path to pursue and need help with portfolio development, college essay writing, and software acumen

...need help with preparing your child for the SSATs to get into the private school of choice
...preparing to take the SAT, ACT, or GRE for college application
...wanting to dig deeper to find a good theme for your college application essay

All tutoring is done online through Zoom. Based in Hawaii.


Education

Penn State
Industrial Eng
University of Pennsylvania
Graduate Coursework
University of Illinois, Chicago
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $100
  • Rate details: $100/hr Test prep/Essay review; $120/hr Software training/Architecture
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 10/31/2014

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Art

Architecture,

Architecture

I have a Master's degree in Architecture and have practiced as an interior architect for and design architect for both small-scale residential renovations and large-scale hospitality projects: hotels, resorts, casinos, restaurants.
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop

Business

GRE, Microsoft Excel

Computer

AutoCAD,

AutoCAD

I use AutoCAD extensively as an architecture / interior design professional. I have been using it since engineering schooling in undergrad and have continued to use it in an architectural capacity at large architectural firms.
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Excel

Corporate Training

Microsoft Excel, Statistics

Elementary Education

Elementary Math, Spelling

English

Spelling

Homeschool

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Prealgebra, SAT Math, Spelling, Statistics

Math

ACT Math, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Prealgebra, SAT Math, Statistics

Most Popular

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Prealgebra, Statistics

Science

Physics

Summer

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, GED, Geometry, Physics, SAT Math, Statistics

Test Preparation

ACT Math, GED, GRE, SAT Math

Ratings and Reviews


Rating

4.9 (91 ratings)
5 star
(84)
4 star
(4)
3 star
(1)
2 star
(1)
1 star
(1)

Reviews

Very patient and devoted tutor

Catherine helps me very much with geometry. She is always patient with me, goes through step by step, and goes out of her way to make sure I completely understand my material. She is a phenomenal tutor I highly reccomend her.

Nikki, 3 lessons with Catherine

Excellent Tudor for drafting and architecture

Catherine helped me immensely with a challenging assignment for my drafting class. She is very knowledgeable and great at explaining the concepts. My session with her was very helpful and informative.

Camille, 1 lesson with Catherine

Knowledgeable and Patient

Catherine was very knowledgeable. She could explain the subject thoroughly to where my kid could comprehend and understand. Very recommend if you need help with Pre Calculus.

Richard, 1 lesson with Catherine

Helpful and Encouraging

I had a tutoring session with Catherine for College Physics. Catherine was honest about the course material being beyond what she is used to tutoring for, and that she would need a little more time to go through the text. She also recommended another physicist tutor and offered to get me in touch with him. I had a few homework problems I needed clarification on and Catherine was able to work through those with me. I expressed consideration for withdrawal of the course because of how behind I am, but Catherine encouraged me to keep working through problems and try my best on the first exam before withdrawing. I will keep Catherine in mind for future tutoring in the math department.

Dine, 1 lesson with Catherine

Super Tutor

Catherine helped my daughter with college physics II HW which was causing her stress. My daughter said she learned immensely & Catherine was a great tutor to work with!

Dussy, 1 lesson with Catherine

Great tutor. Very knowledgeable in BC Calc

Catherine did a great job tutoring my daughter. Knowledgeable, patient and super smart. My daughter and Catherine reviewed the quiz problems she missed. This included some algebra review and limits. We also covered the current topics of continuity and worked on the related homework assignment.

Carolyn, 11 lessons with Catherine

Very patient and helpful!

Catherine was very patient and went over things until I understood them. I feel much more confident now and less stressed! She was super helpful and if I ever need help I'll turn to her! Thank you so much!

Ashley, 2 lessons with Catherine

Knowledgeable, patient and very friendly tutor

We tried 2 tutors prior to Catherine. Thank goodness we found her. She really is patient and very knowledgeable, and I highly recommend her. It's hard to find a good teacher who cares, but Catherine is that and more.

Valencia, 3 lessons with Catherine

Five star so happy I reached out to Catherine

I wanted to get a deeper understanding of the engineering end of doing full renovations. Catherine opened my eyes to the structural, plumbing alternatives and fire code rules. The hour was intense learning and I am very grateful I reached out to Catherine. Plus additionally she is so professional, we were well prepped for the appointment with emails before and even additional information sent to me after the class that was very helpful. Thank you!

Gabielle, 1 lesson with Catherine

Outstanding

Catherine is a tremendous tutor. I am a novice in Excel and she very quickly got me up to speed. Catherine is also talented in teaching the broader quantitative elements of math and statistics -- a great combination of skills. Lastly, she is easy to work with and is always prompt, engaged, and responsive. I highly recommend her.

John, 2 lessons with Catherine
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