My approach to tutoring focuses on strengthening students’ understanding of fundamental concepts so they can confidently tackle more advanced material. Rather than relying on memorizing a series of steps, I help students understand the “why” behind the process. Whenever possible, I teach students how to derive formulas from first principles instead of simply memorizing them. I am also a big believer in using visual tools as much as possible to bolster my teaching, because I have found that...
My approach to tutoring focuses on strengthening students’ understanding of fundamental concepts so they can confidently tackle more advanced material. Rather than relying on memorizing a series of steps, I help students understand the “why” behind the process. Whenever possible, I teach students how to derive formulas from first principles instead of simply memorizing them. I am also a big believer in using visual tools as much as possible to bolster my teaching, because I have found that students learn best when they can “see” the problem.
This style takes many forms depending on the subject matter. A few examples include in Geometry, breaking down proofs into easy-to-understand steps, and helping students learn the process rather than simply memorizing postulates with difficult names. In Precalculus/Trigonometry, I help students gain a strong understanding of the Unit Circle so that they understand what “sine”, “cosine”, and “tangent” really are and where they come from. For students taking Calculus, finding the volume of a shape rotated about an axis becomes much easier when they can see what that actually looks like.
I have worked with students of all ages, including adult learners pursuing advanced degrees. I excel at working with students who have IEPs or require individualized instruction to perform at their best. Over the past 16+ years, I have worked with more than 600 students of all ability levels and specialize in tutoring every math subject from Pre-Algebra through AP Calculus.
I earned perfect scores on both the SAT and ACT math sections in high school, and have a ton of helpful tips and tricks to help students master standardized tests. I earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from UConn and previously worked as a Weapons Systems Engineer at General Dynamics Electric Boat. I currently reside in New York City.
