Maggie
Certified Tutor
I am a recent graduate of Amherst College. I graduated Cum Laude with a double major in Statistics and Psychology. I am a member of both the national science research honor society (Sigma Xi) and the national statistics honor society (Mu Sigma Rho). I have been employed by Varsity Tutors for three years. I also worked as a Teaching Assistant, Grader, and Tutor in the Statistics Department at Amherst College for three semesters. I am particularly passionate about test preparation and math education.
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Undergraduate Degree: Amherst College - Current Undergrad, Statistics
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 770
- SAT Writing: 800
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What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
In a typical first session, I would meet the student and see what they wanted to work on and how they learn best. Then I would make a specific plan with the student to cover the material they wanted to focus on.
What types of materials do you typically use during a tutoring session?
Depending on the focus on the session, I might use a notebook, colored writing instruments, a calculator, and a ruler.
What is your teaching philosophy?
I think it is important to be patient and understanding.