Award-Winning IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Tutors for Students in Rockville, MD

...be pursuing a PhD in Aeronautical Engineering. Before college, I tutored high school students in Algebra and Pre-Calculus. I have a broad range of subjects that I can tutor, as I have earned A's in many different subjects while in high school and throughout my college career. Mathematics, however, is the subject that I am most effective at tutoring, as I have prior tutoring experience in mathematics and my college major relying heavily on mathematics....

My career began with studying and working in the field of radio electronics, followed by aquiring B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering. Having worked in the fields of telecommunicaton and IT, I got my MS Degree in Networks & Communication Management; in addition to Graduate Certificate in Wireless Communication. My further CCNA certification from Cisco depicts my real world computer network knowledge. I enjoy swimming and aerobics as a hobby.

...and in the following spring with Master's. Afterwards I aspire to go on to medical school and study Pediatrics. My tutoring experience covers elementary math thru high school Algebra 2. I'm comfortable using method books if the goal is to get ahead in class, but I'm also fine with just working through homework problems if you're just trying to make it through the year! When I'm not studying or tutoring, I enjoy baking sweets, playing...

...from growing up in Lansing, Michigan to studying at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia has allowed me to develop greater independence and cultural awareness while learning to cope with the constant ambiguity of overcoming cultural barriers and other challenges. My in-depth study of Philosophy, in conjunction with the distinguished Honor System established at Washington and Lee University, has reinforced the importance of ethics, integrity, and responsibility. My Philosophical studies have also advanced my...

...and elementary, middle, and high school children. In addition, I have tutored in after school science programs for schools in areas below the poverty line. Also, I have extensive experience in medical research where I further sharpened my science skills. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about the sciences and math. In my experience, helping struggling students understand new material is a very rewarding experience for both the student...

...graduate school and returned to the Durham, NC area. There, I enrolled in the Spanish community facilitator and medical interpreting program at Durham Technical Community College. I completed my certificate in that program, and I have shadowed interpreters at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University hospitals. I also interned in two Raleigh area clinics as a volunteer interpreter, Alliance Medical Ministries and Urban Ministries of Raleigh. During my summers off...

...of experience teaching dance, martial arts, and working as a tutor to children and adults of all ages. While I tutor several subjects, my personal favorites are mathematics and Spanish due to my love for numbers and languages. I believe that learning never stops. As a fellow student, I understand the frustration that comes along with a rigorous course load. I aim to alleviate that frustration and help students develop a passion for learning through...

...value in making the world a better place. I have taught argumentation and debate at the Harvard Debate Council summer workshops, and have developed and taught a political philosophy curriculum at the Harvard Center for Hellenic Studies in Greece. I love working with kids, and I read and write children's books and young adult fiction in my spare time (as well as poetry and adult fiction). I love exploring ideas in fields from Literature to...

...as I believe that strong literacy in these areas is crucial for understanding not only our modern world, but also our past and possible futures. My favorite teaching tools include using real-world examples and simple demonstrations to illustrate seemingly abstract concepts, such as atmospheric pressure and barometry. Hand-in-hand with scientific literacy, I encourage excellence in verbal and written communication. In editing, proofreading, and teaching writing to others, I strive to improve clarity, precision, and conciseness....

I am a college sophomore studying engineering. I've had student internships at Johns Hopkins' Applied Physics Lab and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, where I hope to work someday. At school, I compete on the intercollegiate sailing team, which is my #1 hobby (closely followed by playing drums or painting). I look forward to maybe getting to work with you!

...Throughout college and in high school, I have tutored children within the United States and globally, usually ages elementary school to high school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Spanish, test prep, Writing, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams....

...in Physics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in May 2011. I was a Teaching Assistant of a Physics course for two years while I was there. I basically helped teach the class by making sure the students understood what the professor was saying during the lectures. I believe that stripping down a problem to it's simplest explanation and then building from there is the best way to learn something completely.

...undergraduate career. To me, education is an invaluable gift. Helping others to learn has always been something that I love to do! In college, I became a peer educator to broaden my horizons within teaching. I held weekly workshops and classes that people in my community could attend to earn extra credit in their university-approved classes. My supervisors on the team provided consistent feedback on the clarity of my teaching, language use, and public speaking...

As an educator, I strive to ensure that all of my students gain knowledge from my lessons. However, that is not always the outcome. Re-teaching and re-evaluating are essential skills an educator must possess. I strive to meet the needs of all students. As your child's tutor I will work to get to know your child and establish a connection with your children in order to meet success. ... In typical first session with a student,...

...pleasure of working with adult learners. The rapport and interaction with students is as important to me as the mathematics. Many people come to tutors with math anxiety and previous failures. The best tutors learn to "read" each individual and offer them exactly what they need at a certain time. Because I develop a rapport and truly enjoy my students, I am able to quickly diagnose problems and then offer they specialized assistance they need.

...they've learned. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy watching TV (who doesn't?) as well as cooking. I also enjoy swimming, hiking, and exercising in general. I'm also very involved in working for campaigns in the public's interest, such as campaigning to reduce pollution in Maryland waters as well to stop the overuse of antibiotics. I feel as if I'm a very good communicator and tutor, and am more than capable of teaching students how to...

...as an African Studies PhD candidate at Howard University. With a background in NYC foster homes and experience in urban poverty, I use public policy research and human rights advocacy to equip young people, marginalized communities, nonprofit practitioners, as well as public and private sector representatives with the tools to change social and economic conditions. My studies at Johns Hopkins University focused on international public policy, human rights and humanitarian research and economics. My doctoral...

...because I believe that each student can attain the knowledge at his/her own pace. Therefore, I like to encourage, motivate my students, and show that learning very fun! In my spare time, I enjoy reading various topics on Jesus, self-improvement, history, financial literacy, biographies, etc. I am passionate about traveling and embracing myself in different cultural experiences around the world. I love to exercise and spend quality time with friends and family.... I like to give...

I am very passionate about helping students succeed in their educaiton. I believe one-on-one tutoring is the key to ensuring students are taught at their own pace and achieve full understanding of the material. I bring to the table my skills in math, reading, and writing. I am a freshman at Rice University studying philosophy and economics on the pre-law track.

...love to see the joy of learning in my students. I grew up in outside of Portland, OR. I received my my Bachelor degrees, in Biology, Biochemistry and Neuewent on to earn my PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of Hawaii in 2009. I then moved out to Denver to do my postdoctoral work at National Jewish Health. Since completing that work I have taken a sabbatical from research and have been...