About
I'm a 2020 honors graduate from a Top 10 Engineering program, Viterbi at the University of Southern California. In addition to being a honors engineering graduate, I also am a pre-medical graduate with recent experience scoring in the top 5 percent on the MCAT. In addition, I have 2+ years of tutoring experience, in Math and Chemistry, and a year of experience as a General Chemistry Teacher Assistant.
There are a couple things that stick out for me: 1) Dispelling learning myths such as: "I'm just not good at math, I'll never get it" or "I'm too far behind, I'll never catch up in class!" 2) Seeing the look on my students faces when that tricky math equation finally 'sticks' 3) Seeing my students realize their full potential!!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
1) Sit down and meet with the student to determine what they need help with
2) Determine what kind of learner the are i.e visual, auditory, etc.
3) Describe a plan of attack to reach their scholastic/learning goal
4) Research, and design a plan catering to their exact needs
5) Meet and execute that plan!!
6) Guage their results each meeting, and see if we need to change anything or revise the study plan
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
-Fall 2020 USC Engineering Graduate (Biomedical Engineering + Pre-Med)
-95th percentile on the MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test)
-Beacon Tutor Training Fall 2017 at American River College
-Math Drop in Tutoring Training Spring 2017 at American River College
How did you get started teaching?
I started tutoring in Spring 2017 at American River College, while I attended. At that time I focused on Math, from elementary math all the way up to Calculus 3. Then in Fall of 2017, I tutored a group of 12 for the General Chemistry Course with Professor Michal Maddox, and saw huge success, the lowest grade amongst my students was a B.
What types of students have you worked with?
I've worked with students aged 6-70 years old. From elementary math, to Calculus 3 and everything between. I have experience with many different kinds and levels of students.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
1) How much time are you currently spending on the subject per week?
2) How much time are you WILLING to spend on the subject per week?
3) What are your current study strategies?