Melissa S.
- Cincinnati, OH 45227 ( 32.1 mi )
- GMAT Tutor
- Female
- Member Since: 03/2009
- Will travel up to 20 miles
- Rates from $41.00 to $51.00 /hr
- Also Tutors: GRE, ACT
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I approach teaching and tutoring as an exercise in problem solving. It requires assessment of the student's background, previously mastered skills, learning style, and engagement with the content. I believe that anyone can be taught anything; the key is developing an engaged, encouraged student with the fundamental knowledge to grasp the concepts at hand. Sometimes this requires remediation of specific skills. Other times, a student needs to understand the big picture so concepts can take root. Some students may require a visual demonstration while others master concepts best by diving head first into the content and asking questions when they arrive at a sticking point. I believe my flexibility and breadth of experiences and interests help me to connect to each student.
My background includes a Bachelor's degree in history and economics supplemented with minors in math, music, and ... read more