Sze A. (her, 48 Years)

Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

PhD, Ivy League, and teaching award

Bio

I am passionate about helping students succeed either in their lessons or when applying to university or graduate school. In my view, the biggest barrier to student growth is a lac... Read more

I am passionate about helping students succeed either in their lessons or when applying to university or graduate school. In my view, the biggest barrier to student growth is a lack of confidence. Some of my proudest teaching moments have been watching my students go from C's to B+ or B's to A's when they realize that they can do more than they first realize. I have insider knowledge of the admissions process in Hong Kong and the US at the undergraduate and graduate level. Past students have been admitted to Cornell University, King's College, and the University of Hong Kong. Reach out if you would like to work on university admissions or academic writing in English. Read less

Teaching methodology

Good teachers understand what students need because they are attentive and empathetic to the individual student. While goals and timelines are important, a teacher should also move... Read more

Good teachers understand what students need because they are attentive and empathetic to the individual student. While goals and timelines are important, a teacher should also move at the students' pace and play the role of coach, cheerleader, and guide. I understand student stress and want to help reduce it because the whole person is an important factor in achieving and sustaining success. Read less

• HK$1200

  Local Hourly rate

• $120

  Online Hourly rate

• 1

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