College Student Specializing in Math and English Tutoring

Muhammad U.

Hi, it's nice to meet you!

My name is Muhammad! I'm currently attending the University of Texas at Dallas, exploring different opportunities to expand my skillset. I've been a tutor since my first high school years, beginning with students in elementary and middle school, helping with Math and English homework and preparing them to excel in class.

As a senior taking higher-level AP courses, classmates came to me for help in reviewing and test prep, and some even took sessions with me to better understand the material. Pre-calculus has a variety of topics to cover, so throughout the year I prepared in advance for the lessons my students would later need help with. Many of them felt more confident during exams as a result of my test-taking tips and preparation advice. My sessions were typically one hour long and held in a study room I reserved ahead of time at my local library.

For me, tutoring doesn't just mean passing on your knowledge to a student but forming a connection with them and their unique learning style. Communication is important, so updating my students on where I think they stand and how hard the material is before I introduce it to them is one of my strategies to limit confusion and prevent stress. I understand that sometimes people have a bad day, so when I notice a lack of motivation or interest, I don't just tell them to "focus up." For real learning to happen, and for the student to benefit from the session time, it is imperative to be in a positive mood. I try to be as understanding as possible, so if they need a break or just aren't feeling it, I don't push too hard. I get it, because I've felt that way too.

My job as a tutor is first and foremost to enable my students to succeed in their classes, but as a student myself, I know the struggles of keeping up with everything on my plate. I will never force someone to get into learning mode if they are uncomfortable, because we can only truly learn with the right mindspace.