Michael: Nassau County tutor
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I am a junior at Cornell University where I am working toward a Bachelor of Arts in Physics. In the past, I have worked at Kumon as a math and reading tutor. I am most passionate about teaching Math, Physics, and Spanish. I try to bring that passion to each tutoring session so that the lessons are both interesting and enriching. My ultimate goal is simple: when a student is able to explain a topic or even teach it back to me, I am confident that they have truly mastered the material.
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Undergraduate Degree: Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Physics
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 33
- ACT Math: 35
- ACT Reading: 32
- ACT Science: 35
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
- SAT Math: 790
- SAT Verbal: 720
- SAT Writing: 720
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- ACT Prep
- ACT English
- ACT Math
- ACT Reading
- ACT Science
- ACT Writing
- Algebra
- Algebra 2
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- AP Physics 1
- Arithmetic
- Calculus
- Calculus 2
- Calculus 3
- College Algebra
- College Physics
- Differential Equations
- Elementary School Math
- Geometry
- High School Physics
- Math
- Middle School Math
- Multivariable Calculus
- Physics
- Pre-Algebra
- REGENTS Prep
- SAT Prep
- SAT Math
- SAT Mathematics
- SAT Reading
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- SAT Subject Tests Prep
- SAT Verbal
- SAT Writing and Language
- Science
- Spanish 1
- Test Prep
- Trigonometry
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
It's important to gain an understanding of the student's foundation in the subject area. I would assess the student's command of the current subject material, but I would also make sure that they have a strong foundation in the subject from prior classes before focusing solely on new topics.
If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?
There is always more than one way to look at a concept, so I would adapt my teaching style to fit the needs of the student.
What techniques would you use to be sure that a student understands the material?
I believe that when a student can explain a topic (or their thought process in solving a problem), they have truly mastered the material.