8 Big Park Tutors

My academic training was in engineering: I received my master's and doctoral degrees in metallurgy and materials science from Columbia University, and my bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. In graduate school I worked for several years as a teaching assistant, which included some lecturing, grading, and tutoring. After graduating, I worked as an engineer and accrued more than 20 years of experience in various segments of t... ... More

I have been teaching high school chemistry, physics and math for 22 years. Before becoming a teacher, I was an aerospace engineer for 12 years - yes, I am a rocket scientist! You, however, do not have to be a rocket scientist to succeed in math and science. I have tutored many students and helped them improve their math and science skills and grades over the years. When tutoring a new student, or an old student in a new subject, I first assess what you already understand. From there, you an... ... More

I started with computers back in the monochrome days but they really didn't catch my attention until years after. Once I realized that I could write my own functionality, I was hooked. I have 15 years experience using MS Office products and have been a trainer of Excel for the past 7. I enjoy teaching technology products because there is always a point where the light bulb goes off for someone, it is almost like you see a spark int heir eyes. I am a web designer/developer and love to tea... ... More

My name is Rob and I have been using Photoshop since the late 1980s. I have been a career photojournalist and have worked for the Department of Defense and the Associated Press. I have a US government secret security clearance. I am fluent in all manner of Photoshop techniques from basic to advanced and have taught coworkers Photoshop for several years. I have also taught photography from basic darkroom to advanced digital techniques.... ... More

I frequently helped tutor K-6 students one-on-one and in small groups for three years when I was in high school in all subjects. I graduated from from high school last spring with a 3.91 GPA. I am currently enrolled at Northern Arizona University, and am taking classes to get my Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. The classes I enjoyed taking the most were those with a teacher/professor who took the time to get engaged with the students and went the extra mile to help them individually if nee... ... More

Most people think in words. Likewise, we believe that what we think is who we are. It is no wonder, then, that writing can be a difficult and painful skill to learn. When we are criticized for our writing, it is perceived as an attack on who we are, unlike math, history or science, where if you make a mistake you are just getting your facts wrong. In writing, each red mark can be a painful experience. It is very understandable that many students learn to hate writing. But writing is a cor... ... More