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Hank L.

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Hank is a science educator who has worked with middle- and high school students and taught at the college level as an adjunct instructor. He holds a B.S. and a professional degree from Arizona State University and an M.S. in science education from Montana State University. Hank has also worked as a naturalist at several preserves and has written extensively about science.

Hank believes that the best way to encourage student mastery of science is to give students an opportunity to see and...

Hank is a science educator who has worked with middle- and high school students and taught at the college level as an adjunct instructor. He holds a B.S. and a professional degree from Arizona State University and an M.S. in science education from Montana State University. Hank has also worked as a naturalist at several preserves and has written extensively about science.

Hank believes that the best way to encourage student mastery of science is to give students an opportunity to see and appreciate its practical value. He incorporates activities into his teaching, as well as more traditional methods, and strives to collaborate as much as possible with parents, teachers, and others to make sure that the student's academic progress is advanced as much as possible.

Hank believes that encouraging curiosity and critical thinking are essential to developing scientific literacy. He uses activities and demonstrations to teach concepts when possible. As a tutor who also helps students with math, Hank focuses on building both confidence and strong mathematical reasoning skills. He also emphasizes the importance of reading.

"I am very good at helping students of varied abilities," Hank says. "I love it when a student reaches those moments when it all comes together. In fact, that was me when I was in high school and even early in college! What helped me was some methods of learning and studying that I was taught; I hope to pass those on to my clients."

"I've worked with hundreds of students," Hank says. "Everyone can learn, and do well in, science and math."

Hank has worked with students in the sciences, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Earth system science, AP Environmental Science, and AP Physics 1 and 2, and in pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, AP World History, AP US History, AP Human Geography, economics, AP Government, and test preparation (ACT and SAT).

Hank specializes in helping student-athletes and student-artists or musicians.

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Education

Arizona State University
Economics
Montana State University
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: I give a 10 percent discount on the hourly rate per student when doing group tutoring (maximum four students).
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/30/2018

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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ACT English

ACT English

I have helped numerous students to prepare for the ACT or SAT and to achieve excellent results. All of my test prep students have scored in the high 80th or 90th percentiles.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have tutored approximately a half-dozen students in math at the middle- and high school level, including Algebra 1. I have also done test-prep tutoring for the ACT, SAT, GED, and ASVAB, which involves assisting students to achieve mastery of high school math standards. I hold a bachelors degree in economics, a mathematics-intensive field of study.
American History

American History

I hold a bachelors degree in economics in addition to my master's degree in education and have taught US history at the high school level.
Astronomy

Astronomy

I hold a M.S. in science education and have taught astronomy to high school students.
ASVAB

ASVAB

I have helped several students with ASVAB preparation as a private tutor. I am an experienced high school science educator and I hold a masters degree in science education.
Biology

Biology

I have taught biology to both high school and middle school students. I have also taught the subject informally as a volunteer nature educator for state and federal land preservation agencies.
Chemistry

Chemistry

I have previously taught high school chemistry and have worked with chemistry students as a tutor.
Ecology

Ecology

I have taught and written about biology, including ecosystems and biodiversity, for more than a decade as a classroom educator and as a tutor. I have also taught Earth science to high school students in the classroom and as a tutor.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

I have worked with about half a dozen students in elementary school math over the past several years and have experience as a middle school educator. I am familiar with the unique requirements of working with kids in the middle grades (4-8). My bachelor's degree is in economics, a math-intensive field.
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

I have taught middle school science for about 1.5 years. Ranging across all disciplines, this work has included a focus on the quantitative aspects of the sciences, including graphic presentation of information.
Geography

Geography

I have taught geography, including AP human geography, at the high school level. I have also taught U.S. history and economics, which is important because instruction in those classes applies the same methodologies and tactics. I hold a B.S. in economics and a master's degree in science education.
Geometry

Geometry

I have taught mathematics to high school students in the classroom and have worked with several students in geometry as a tutor. I have seen my students achieve good academic results as a consequence of my tutoring help.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

I have taught U.S. history and world geography to high school students in the classroom and have worked as a professional staff member in both the judicial and legislative branches of the US government. I am a published author on issues of public policy and, before becoming an educator, practiced law for about 14 years.
Law

Law

B.S., J.D. magna cum laude, Arizona State University; Law Clerk to Hon. Cecil F. Poole, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, 1991-1992; Law Practice, 1992-2006; published in legal periodicals; Educator, 2007-present
Physics

Physics

I have taught physics to high school students on multiple occasions. I have worked with at least two dozen students as a tutor in physics. My education includes a master's degree in science education.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I have tutored approximately a half-dozen middle- and high school students in math topics, including algebra, geometry, and pre-algebra. I have also helped a number of students prepare for the ACT, SAT, PSAT, GED, and ASVAB. All of those tests require the student to demonstrate mastery of pre-algebra concepts. My undergraduate degree is in economics, which is a math-intensive field.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have helped several dozen students prepare for the SAT and ACT, including with math. My students have achieved high scores on the exam.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I have worked with both high school and college students on ways to improve study skills, both as a science and social studies teacher and as a college-level adjunct instructor and graduate assistant.
Algebra 2
GED
Geology
GRE
Physical Science
Precalculus
Proofreading
PSAT
Social Studies
Trigonometry
World History

Examples of Expertise

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Reviews

Hank is fantastic!

Hank has gone out of his way to help our daughter get ready for the AP Bio test. I have personally listened to him teach her at different times and love his teaching style AND he has a fantastic personality and sense of humor! He has a very special way of explaining difficult topics in lay terms which resonate and make sense. No matter what the test score ends up being we are all thankful for his commitment to our daughter and his warm and kind demeanor. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend Hank for any tutoring assistant you need - he is wonderful! Thank you Hank for everything!

Jodi, 12 lessons with Hank

Great Tutor

He was super helpful and I found a better way to study on top of what I was already doing.

Colin, 1 lesson with Hank

One lesson resonated with my son

My son was very complimentary of Hank. Coming from a 16 year old, that means a lot! Hank's ability to teach my child how to study and look at material from a different angle is wonderful.

Brice, 3 lessons with Hank

AP Gov

Hank is very knowledgeable and patient with my son as he presents the concepts. Hank is a wonderful Tutor. My son anticipates his time with Hank and showing improvements and his understanding on the topics. Hank is prompt, kind, and smart and presents the information really well.

Erin, 5 lessons with Hank

AP Gov

Hank is very knowledgeable and patient with my son as he presents the concepts. Hank is a wonderful Tutor. My son anticipates his time with Hank and showing improvements and his understanding on the topics.

Erin, 5 lessons with Hank

AMAZIUNG TUTOR!!!!! - Patient and so easy to understand! - Math / Sciences/ AP Histories/ SAT/ ACT and more!

This review is way overdue. The first time Hank helped my daughter, he hadn't even had a session with her yet. Her physics teacher decided to throw in a little Geology, for who knows what reason, and the textbook was very confusing and there was no lecture material from the teacher. Hank didn't have the time we needed (which we requested last minute in a panic for a test the next day!), but he sent two PDFs and a short video covering everything she needed to know in a quick and easy-to-understand format. She went from not understanding the material to getting a 95% on the test. Hank has since helped her with Geometry, Physics, and Chemistry. At the end of last year when finals were due and time was short, one session with Hank was all she needed to cover loose-end questions in multiple subjects. She says he is the reason she was able to raise her high Bs to As. When she first started her Chemistry class she was so lost. After one session with Hank, she was dancing around the room singing "I get it!" My daughter has dyscalculia (the math equivalent of dyslexia), ADD, a processing disorder, and academic anxiety. She has made tutors yell, turn red, leave the room, and tear up trying to teach her. She was so traumatized by tutoring that one summer she hyperventilated for three weeks straight going to Mathnasium before she realized no one was going to shout at her. Hank has always made her feel comfortable, never stupid, and conveys the material in a manner that she can understand and remember. Don't hesitate to try Hank for your struggling student, you will both be so happy you did!

Audrey, 24 lessons with Hank

Great interactive teacher!

Hank is great at adapting to his student’s learning style! He sets a plan and expectations for the future lessons in a friendly fashion. He brings out the best in his students. Thanks Hank!

Chris, 10 lessons with Hank

Can't wait to get started!

We just had our first meeting with Hank: he is going to help our son prepare for the Military ASVAB test over the next 3 months. We talked all weekend about how excited and optimistic we feel! Hank took time to really get to know our son and start to figure out what will click with him. We have every confidence this was an excellent decision!!

Jennifer, 14 lessons with Hank

Funny, Smart & Knows His Stuff!

Hank was great in our first session. Discussing our issues and steps that we'll take to overcome them. My son loves his sense of humor and all of his expertise. Thank YOU Hank, we're excited to continue working with you!

Melissa, 7 lessons with Hank

Professional teacher adept at addressing learning gaps

Hank is helping my son catch up with his High School Honors Biology. In just the first few classes, my son has caught up and is confident about the subject and has started liking it. Highly recommend

Desikan, 23 lessons with Hank
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