"Hi, I'm Ray, a computer science at Purdue University with a solid math and technical background. Before Purdue, I graduated from a magnet high school, showing my motivation to achieve above average. I finished the AP Calculus AB and BC examinations with a score of 5 and am currently enrolled in Multivariable Calculus. I also scored 1500 on the SAT (780 Math | 720 Reading), demonstrating my ability to analyze critically and solve problems—some skills I bring to my tutoring sessions. Throughout my education, I was taught the importance of inquiry-based learning instead of simply giving answers. My teachers would always ask me questions surrounding the answer, but never actually give me the answers. I initially found this annoying, but I learned to embrace and grow from it. Now, this is a crucial skill I bring to my tutoring lessons so that students can explore and develop ways to reach a solution instead of simply receiving an answer when they are wrong.

My educational background and real-world experience have equipped me to simplify complex subjects in an engaging and approachable manner. With a year of private one-on-one tutoring experience, I've helped high schoolers with the SAT, AP Calculus, and AP Computer Science. I've also spent multiple years tutoring peers in the same curriculum, demonstrating my ability to adapt my teaching to students of all ages. My goal is to provide students with a strong conceptual foundation, empowering them to tackle challenges independently. I prioritize patience, clarity, and encouragement to ensure that students not only improve academically but also develop a genuine interest in the subject.

I teach AP Calculus AB, BC, and all prerequisites, including Pre-Calculus, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, and Algebra 1. I also do test prep for the SAT and can help students with AP Computer Science. As a college student, my availability varies daily; for more information on my exact schedule, don't hesitate to contact me, and I'll respond promptly!" less...