I developed a passion for tutoring and teaching while at Rice University in Houston TX, that is where my love for tutoring started. I realized how much I enjoyed helping my classmates understand complex concepts and seeing that “aha” moment when something finally clicked. Over the years, I’ve developed a passion for mentorship and constantly adapting my approach to fit each student’s needs, whether tutoring math, mentoring underprivileged students, or training new tutors. Education is more than memorization; it is about building confidence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

I'm knowledgeable and patient. I believe it is important to build on the student's confidence as well as their skills, because panic hurts performance almost as bad as being unprepared. I have a Masters and a degree in Economics from Southern Illinois University. I am a professional economist with a heavy background in math and statistics. I've been active in this discipline for over 30 years in a wide variety of industries. I was also in the Air Force. Currently, I tutor in Economics, Math, and Chess. In addition to my Masters in Econ, and minor in Math, I'm an experienced chess player and coach. I have been playing chess competitively si...

Fun fact: I can recite every line of the movie The Princess Bride! Hi, my name is Sylvia, and I love working with students. The most rewarding part of tutoring for me is when a new concept “clicks” with a student - their excitement is contagious, and it’s a privilege to be able to help them reach that point! On a more personal level, I am a friendly, outdoorsy, athletic, and talkative type of person! I partner with students on a one-on-one basis in STEM subjects through SoFlo Tutors, my tutoring agency. I studied Economics at the University of St. Andrews and have been tutoring for 2 years. At SoFlo, we realize that Math and Science tend to