Hello, my name is Ryan and I am a tutor who can help you improve your grades.

I have a very wide range of abilities. Recently, I successfully earned from Northern Illinois University a Bachelor's Degree of Science in mathematics with a major emphasis in applied mathematics and minor emphases in physics and statistics (equivalent minor). I am well versed in everything from algebra to real analysis; I have a basic understanding of complex analysis and topology, too. I love math and helping others learn mathematics. Prior to earning my degree in mathematics, I pursued a degree in art and have strong artistic abilities; in fact, I have won awards for my art. Also, I am a competent musician and have held jobs as a guitar, bass, and music theory instructor. I have played in successful bands and I have experience performing live. I have a repertoire of my own songs and compositions and I am very willing and able to share with any eager student my techniques and insight into music. While earning my degree in mathematics, I picked up computer programming and I have become very adept at many languages and paradigms.

If a student would like assistance with mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or any other scientific discipline, then let it be known that I like to begin each session by assessing--if any--the difficulties that he or she is having. Following this, I like to provide a thorough explanation of a relevant concept and then go over several problems and/or examples. I think it is very important for a student to practice repetition; often enough, I will repeat problems with students several times throughout a lesson, moving onto new concepts and returning later to old ones. Also, one thing that I like to urge students to do is create their own problems; I feel that this is one of the most helpful ways in getting a student to understand a certain concept. I have the ability to provide many examples and much feedback and insight into a certain area of study.

If you choose me, then I will provide you with a honed set of skills. From being a music instructor, I have much experience working with students and helping students learn. I look forward to hearing from you.