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Richard H.

Patient, Experienced College Professor works WITH you

Patient, Experienced College Professor works WITH you

$50/hour

4.8 (223 ratings)

  • 962 hours tutoring

About Richard

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Hi, I'm Richard. I have been helping students as a tutor for over thirty years in subjects as different as accounting and chemistry. My philosophy of tutoring, and teaching in general, is that the student should always be in the process of learning TWO things: the subject at hand, of course, but even more importantly he or she should be learning how best to approach new and unfamiliar material. What makes tutoring an ideal environment in which to learn is that I can help you see what ways of...

Hi, I'm Richard. I have been helping students as a tutor for over thirty years in subjects as different as accounting and chemistry. My philosophy of tutoring, and teaching in general, is that the student should always be in the process of learning TWO things: the subject at hand, of course, but even more importantly he or she should be learning how best to approach new and unfamiliar material. What makes tutoring an ideal environment in which to learn is that I can help you see what ways of thinking you have that can be a great help in grasping new subjects. Effective teaching and effective learning are always a COLLABORATIVE effort.

I have made a lifetime of learning. Having earned three master's degrees and working on a doctoral degree, all in different fields, I have become very aware of the importance of approaching material in a way that minimizes the anxiety of what may seem an overwhelming task. This involves learning how to strategize learning. Let me be your guide and companion in your next academic journey and you will find the trip far easier and more pleasant than you imagined!

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Education

Fordham College at Rose Hill
undergrad
NYU
Masters
Fordham College at Rose Hill
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • Rate details: Regents Review, ACT, and SAT are available at lower rates, depending on travel time. Please inquire.
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  • Background check passed on 10/1/2015

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Subjects

History

American History,

American History

I am an economic historian and am currently working on a number of papers for presentation at conferences. I am equally familiar with American and global history.
World History,

World History

I have a masters degree in medieval studies, am ABD for a PhD in history, and have taught history on the university level for seven years (from ancient history through modern European and American).
European History

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have taught math and science (with the necessary math background) on the high school and college level for nearly 40 years, and prepared students for Regents and other tests for the same length of time.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have taught algebra techniques not only as a topic on its own but also in conjunction with the physical sciences and biology since the 1980s.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have taught chemistry privately and in college for over thirty years and have BS and MS degrees in the subject, as well as R&D experience.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have taught geometry in conjunction with several math and science courses, including physics, chemistry, calculus, economics, and quantum mechanics, and can therefore bring examples from several applications to the discussion.
Physics,

Physics

I have taught physics on a college level for thirty years, and have related experience in chemistry and biology.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have taught students for three decades for many standardized exams, including SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. I work from the idea that all of these exams are based on interpreting written material rather than a test of formula memorization.

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

I have prepared students for the ACT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, MCAT, and DAT for over thirty years, and my students do well because I teach them how to understand the questions rather than rely on tricks that might become invalid from test to test.
Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have taught math and science (with the necessary math background) on the high school and college level for nearly 40 years, and prepared students for Regents and other tests for the same length of time.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have taught algebra techniques not only as a topic on its own but also in conjunction with the physical sciences and biology since the 1980s.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have taught geometry in conjunction with several math and science courses, including physics, chemistry, calculus, economics, and quantum mechanics, and can therefore bring examples from several applications to the discussion.
Physics,

Physics

I have taught physics on a college level for thirty years, and have related experience in chemistry and biology.
Probability,

Probability

I have taught probability as part of an economic and business course I have given on the university level for nearly twenty years. Additionally, I use probability and statistics in my research as an economic historian.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have taught students for three decades for many standardized exams, including SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. I work from the idea that all of these exams are based on interpreting written material rather than a test of formula memorization.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I have been tutoring mathematics through calculus for over thirty years. Also, many of the science and engineering courses I tutor assume a knowledge of trigonometry and the ability to apply that knowledge. This gives me a broad background from which to draw examples to help students.

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have taught math and science (with the necessary math background) on the high school and college level for nearly 40 years, and prepared students for Regents and other tests for the same length of time.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have taught algebra techniques not only as a topic on its own but also in conjunction with the physical sciences and biology since the 1980s.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have taught chemistry privately and in college for over thirty years and have BS and MS degrees in the subject, as well as R&D experience.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have taught geometry in conjunction with several math and science courses, including physics, chemistry, calculus, economics, and quantum mechanics, and can therefore bring examples from several applications to the discussion.
Physics

Physics

I have taught physics on a college level for thirty years, and have related experience in chemistry and biology.

Science

ACT Science,

ACT Science

I have taught chemistry, physics, biology as well as mathematics, including statistics and calculus, on the high school and college levels for nearly forty years. I have prepared students for the ACT since its inception, and have tutored SAT since I myself was a high school student.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have taught chemistry privately and in college for over thirty years and have BS and MS degrees in the subject, as well as R&D experience.
Organic Chemistry,

Organic Chemistry

I earned a master's degree in both organic and physical chemistry from NYU in 1983, and worked as a synthetic organic chemist for CIBA-GEIGY in the 1980s.
Physics

Physics

I have taught physics on a college level for thirty years, and have related experience in chemistry and biology.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have taught math and science (with the necessary math background) on the high school and college level for nearly 40 years, and prepared students for Regents and other tests for the same length of time.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have taught algebra techniques not only as a topic on its own but also in conjunction with the physical sciences and biology since the 1980s.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have taught chemistry privately and in college for over thirty years and have BS and MS degrees in the subject, as well as R&D experience.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have taught geometry in conjunction with several math and science courses, including physics, chemistry, calculus, economics, and quantum mechanics, and can therefore bring examples from several applications to the discussion.
Physics,

Physics

I have taught physics on a college level for thirty years, and have related experience in chemistry and biology.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have taught students for three decades for many standardized exams, including SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. I work from the idea that all of these exams are based on interpreting written material rather than a test of formula memorization.

Test Preparation

ACT Math,

ACT Math

I have prepared students for the ACT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, MCAT, and DAT for over thirty years, and my students do well because I teach them how to understand the questions rather than rely on tricks that might become invalid from test to test.
ACT Science,

ACT Science

I have taught chemistry, physics, biology as well as mathematics, including statistics and calculus, on the high school and college levels for nearly forty years. I have prepared students for the ACT since its inception, and have tutored SAT since I myself was a high school student.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have taught students for three decades for many standardized exams, including SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. I work from the idea that all of these exams are based on interpreting written material rather than a test of formula memorization.

Examples of Expertise

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Ratings and Reviews

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Very patient, caring, and amazing teacher

In just one session, Richard has helped me understand concepts of organic chemistry better than I could have ever imagined. An hour and a half session with him felt like 15 minutes. He explained complicated terms to me in a simple and much more understanding way. I can’t wait to see what the rest of my tutoring journey with Richard looks like. I highly recommend him!

Nikol, 3 lessons with Richard

Richard knows his stuff, and he’s a very patient tutor.

As an adult learning with just a GED under my belt and knows nothing about chemistry, he breaks it down so easy for me. I really like his teaching styles, the patience and passion that he has. He’s a commander in chief for chemistry.

Marcia , 1 lesson with Richard

knowledgeable and helpful

Richard helped me with the advanced placement Chemistry packet, providing clarity with understandable explanations. I know can workout the problems my teacher has given me. I feel more confident about my knowledge of advanced placement chemistry

Florence, 5 lessons with Richard

Expert on the subject!

Richard is a wonderful tutor. He is not only an expert on the subject, but also is very funny and keeps the lesson entertaining. Great teaching style! My first tutoring session was just before my first quiz and I ended up getting a 95%! Would definitely recommend him.

Katie , 9 lessons with Richard

Very helpful

Richard was very helpful in teaching me organic chemistry! He taught me a lot of tricks to memorize solutions! I recommend him to anyone! I feel more confident in this course

Jordana, 1 lesson with Richard

Great, Flexible Tutor

Richard is a very knowledgeable and experienced math tutor. He can use a few different teaching styles if youre having difficulty with a particular topic.

Chris, 6 lessons with Richard

Gifted and natural physics tutor

Richard is, by far, the best tutor I've ever had. He helped me prepare for my college physics exam and in 3 sessions I learned more from him than during the 11 weeks of my whole course. He's the 5th physics tutor I had but he's now the only one I call. Very flexible with meeting times and places as well. I am struggling just trying to find the right words to describe what a gifted and natural teacher Richard is. I'll never have to search for another tutor again.

Amy, 3 lessons with Richard

Knowledgable and effective tutor

My first session with Richard was very helpful. He understands how to present and teach detailed information in an organized and concise manner, surely not an easy task but his experience shows. My only regret is not finding him sooner! He also has a great personality and sense of humor so working with him is not dull and boring, rather fun. Thanks Richard! I look forward to continuing our lessons!

Meredith, 7 lessons with Richard

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Richard is an awesome tutor! Helped me with Finite Math and made it fun! He is extremely knowledgeable on the subject matter and presented in such a way where it was much easier to grasp than the way my professor was teaching it

Joseph, 5 lessons with Richard

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

I know my grandson is very impressed with Richard. I will have to ask him to give me more details. I just know he is very prompt gets into the tutoring immediately.

Rita, 5 lessons with Richard
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