About
Having a background in engineering, i am able to apply academic knowledge with practicial, hands-on experience, with mathematics and physics. For this reason, I can easily draw parallels between academia and real life, providing more realistic examples to my students and helping them better understand the usefulness of what they are learning.
I came from a blue-collar background, and was fortunate to be the first in my family to attend college. From first hand experience, i know the importance of an education and how it can personally change a persons life. Not everyone is as lucky as me and able to change their circumstances; tutoring is a way for me to give back to my community while also maintaining my knowledge level on basic mathematics and physics.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Typically I spend the first 10-15 minutes understanding the students personality, as well as what they are having most difficulty with, be it time management (for test taking) or a difficulty with grasping fundamental concepts.
Often i will have the student walk me through their process for solving a problem, specifically a problem that they might have gotten incorrect, so that i can better understand their thought process. Generally, a student is having issue with a single concept, once that concept is better explained, practiced, and understood, their issue is generally cleared up quite quickly.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a background in mechanical engineering, and an MBA. As an engineer, i worked at NASA for several years, and have had the ability to merge academic knowledge with practical experience. Becuase of this experience, i am often able to use real world examples to better illustrate concepts.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Generally, my base pay is roughly $30-$40/hour, depending on the subject and its difficulty. If i am tutoring more than one person at a time, i charge the same price minus $10 per addition person (For example, if i am tutoring 3 people, i would charge $40 + $30 per each person, for a total of $100/hour for all three together). If i have to drive i tend to tack on another $10/hour for gas money.
How did you get started teaching?
I started tutoring mathematics and physics in college to make extra money. I worked within the library and was readily available for any walk-ins for any topics in mathematics and physics. This helped keep me on my toes. I was also able to earn a certification in tutoring during this time. After college i tutored mathematics and physics to save extra money.
What types of students have you worked with?
Most of my experience is with college students; however, i have tutored students as young as 12 and as old as 55. I have experience with all genders, ages, and walks of life.