"Hello students! Here is what I have to offer:

1) My teaching approach and philosophy

Teaching Mathematics + helping students succeed has always been one of passions. That is why I have been doing it for over 20 years. I enjoy the process of figuring out what is causing a student to struggle and offering them the tools to overcome those difficulties. Nothing is more satisfying to me than the "a-ha moment." So whether you need help preparing for a particular test or continuous assistance throughout the semester, I would love to be the one to help you get there and really understand the Math or Physics principles you need to solve the problems. I am always very patient and friendly, simply because I love what I do.

2) My experience

I hold a BS in electrical engineering (with concentration in Math) from the University of Kansas and a MS in Optics from the University of Rochester, in NY. Throughout my professional career as an engineer and scientist I have developed a number of very complex mathematical models (mostly using a tool called MATLAB) to address large, real industry technical problems. I have also taught Optics and Math full-time at a community college (Monroe Community College in Rochester, NY) and I have been tutoring others in Math, Physics and Portuguese (my native language) for over 20 years. My students have ranged from middle-school kids all the way to graduate students, which has helped me develop a number of teaching techniques appropriate for the diverse age groups with whom I have worked.

In closing, know that our sessions will feel like a conversation to you and, I believe, you will gain quite a bit from my relaxed teaching style, my experience and my passion for education. Let's get to work!

Sincerely,

Marcelo." less...