Mathematics can be daunting to a student. It is important that new ideas are put into a real life context, e.g. how basic algebra is used when we go shopping, or how calculus (sadly) stops us from beating Usain Bolt in a race. It is also important to listen to the student to find methods which works for them, in stead of asking them to solve the same problems the same way.

I have 16 years of teaching experience at all ages. After finishing my PhD in mathematics at the University of York, UK, I moved to Germany for a research position in mathematics at the Technische Universität at Dresden. During the last nine years in academia, I have taught university students in a variety of settings, including lecturing, leading tutorials, and project supervision. Prior to my PhD I tutored school children aged 4-18 both privately and at tutoring companies. I spent a year at a school in New Zealand working as a classroom assistant for the mathematics department, and providing support for special needs children. I have enjoyed the various challenges along the way, and learning new methods for teaching mathematics.