About
I've always had a love for learning, and through my studies and professional experience, I have found that the best way to learn something is to have it taught in a context meaningful to you. This, along with my strong desire to help those in need, lead to the discovery that I really enjoy helping others learn through tutoring. Coming from an engineering background, I understand how tough STEM concepts can be. I find it really rewarding to work through problems step-by-step with others in order to help them achieve a level of understanding in which they feel confident in the material. To me, it's easiest to learn through example, repitition, and mind tricks/associations to help me remember a concept; so this is the way I approach tutoring other students.
I've been tutoring for about 6 years, 3 years of which professionally. As previously stated, I come from an engineeing and STEM background. I've completed my B.S. degree in materials science engineering at Alfred University in Alfred NY, so I'm well versed in a wide variety of maths and sciences. As a scholar, I've presided as an ambassador for Alfred University's honors program, and my thesis to wrap up my degree is now a published scientific paper.
My e-mail to contact me further is [email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Typically, I like working through a given problem step-by-step, and then focus on explaining things more in depth upon the completion of a problem. I like to teach though example and repitition; and if necessary, tricks to help memorize concepts.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have my B.S. in Materials Science Engineering from Alfred University in Alfred, NY (an ABET accredited program and school). I've worked professionally as a math/science tutor and assistant instructor for the SUNY University at Albany's EOP (Educational Opportunities Program) office for 3 years. I've also received my TEFL certificate as of this year (2020).
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Typically I charge about $40/hour depending on a given assignment or concept. This can be negotiatied before a session begins.
How did you get started teaching?
I got started just helping my peers out with gen-eds in my underclassman years at Alfred University. Along with this, I also would help out friends and family. This evolved into a passion for tutoring, and eventually I expanded into working as a tutor professionally.
What types of students have you worked with?
I've worked with a wide variety of students. Freelancing, I worked with students ranging from elementary school to high school students. During my time with EOP, I had the opportunity to work with high school and college students as well.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
It's important to know their credibility beforehand, and verify that what you're being taught by them is correct. It's also crucial that a teacher teaching areas of STEM be open-minded when it comes to explaining things in a way that an individual student can understand.