Teaching Philosophy
I am a professional math and physics tutor dedicated to empowering high and middle school students to achieve their goals and excel in math and physics. My primary objective is to help students achieve their best. Not every academic professional is naturally a great teacher and tutor. Nevertheless, with over a decade of experience teaching math and physics, a passion for helping students build their skills and confidence, and a joy in connecting with students, I am uniquely positioned to educate students of all ages and abilities.
Learning should be enjoyable! My teaching approaches and strategies are adapted to suit students' ages, abilities, goals, and interests. I employ a variety of resources and methods, including games, videos, exercises, flashcards, actions, sounds, and conversation.
My teaching philosophy is shaped by my lifetime of experiences, including successes and failures as a teacher, as well as interactions with both excellent and not-so-excellent teachers and mentors throughout my career. The core of my teaching philosophy is simple: I love teaching. I enjoy gesturing, pointing, and raising my voice as intellectual tension builds, such as when explaining the second fundamental theorem of calculus.
I believe that teaching involves complex human interactions between the teacher and student, influenced by various factors like personalities, listening and communication skills, and learning abilities. My practical approach to teaching has evolved over the years and can be summarized in the following points:
I always come well-prepared, setting a professional standard for my students.
I approach teaching with enthusiasm and passion, fostering attentiveness and participation in students.
I create a friendly environment where students are encouraged to ask questions, make comments, and test their knowledge without fear.
I treat every student with equal respect and dignity, recognizing the importance of individuality.
I show that I care for my students, as I believe they won't care about what I know until they know I care about them.
I am flexible and prioritize feedback from my students in determining the pace of the course.
I provide easy access to web-based materials to promote independent exploration and intellectual self-fulfillment.