Joseph

Qualified Teacher | Classical Greek | PhD Classics

Hello, my name is Joe. I possess a Ph.D. in Classics, with a specialisation in the History of Mathematics from Brown University, an Ivy League institution. Additionally, I hold a J.D. from the University of Virginia Law School and have fulfilled the coursework requirements for a Ph.D. in Mathematics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Teaches:Computer Science

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Qualifications

Degree Qualifications:MA Classics (Latin/Greek) and completed all coursework requirements for the PhD in Maths/MA Mathematics and BA Mathematics/Classical Greek/PhD Classics (Latin/Greek), specialization - History of Mathematics and completed all coursework for the AB Computer Science

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Our tutors go through a rigorous selection process, having been interviewed to assess their teaching skills and subject knowledge. They have extensive tutoring experience with a track record of success, helping students achieve their academic goals.

Tutoring Experience

Private Tutor - (Online Tutoring company) 9/2021 - Present
● Provides assistance online for students studying Mathematics, Computer Science and Latin.

Private Tutor (self-employed) – Great Neck/Manhasset, N.Y. 2006 - 2010
● Tutor for high school Latin, Mathematics and Computer Science, as well as for the SAT, PSAT, LSAT, GRE and other standardized tests.
● Provided assistance for high school students in the college application process, including guidance for writing the personal essay.
● Alumni interviewer for Brown University

Department of Mathematics – University of Illinois 1988 – 1990
● Tutor for most undergraduate-level mathematics classes, including College Algebra, Calculus and Linear Algebra.

Department of Mathematics – Queens College, CUNY (New York) 1981 – 1984
● Tutor for most undergraduate-level mathematics classes, including College Algebra, Calculus and Linear Algebra.

Below are my teaching experiences, in addition to tutoring:

University of Rhode Island, Classics Department 1997-2000
● Adjunct instructor for courses in Greek and Roman history, mythology and literature.

Brown University, Classics Department 1993 - 1996
● Teaching Fellow/Instructor for the year-long Introduction to Classical Greek course, both the year-long and one semester intensive. Responsible for all aspects of classroom instruction.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Mathematics Department 1988 - 1990
● Teaching assistant for several courses in Introductory College Algebra.
● Teaching fellow for courses in Linear Algebra and Real Analysis.

New York City Board of Education 1984 - 1992
● Per diem and long term substitute high school mathematics teacher

Tutoring Approach

Maths - I go over individual problems with students making sure concepts are understood before moving on.

Latin, Greek - I put emphasis on grammar, syntax, style, and on historical context.

Java, Python - Added emphasis on syntax and flow of control.

Testimonials

“Students agreed that they developed a good foundation in the ancient Greek language by taking this course, Greek 2 - Brown University. They would recommend this highly to anyone with an interest in the Greek language, especially if Joe L. is available as an instructor”

Brown University, The Critical Review, Semester II, 1995-96 (A summary of student evaluations of instructors)

"Kind, Patient, and Super qualified. Joe has been so wonderful in working with us to get started with Python coding lessons for our son. He is so kind and has been incredibly responsive. He has done a large amount of preliminary work to ensure our son will be interested and challenged and it looks like it will be a great course!"

Kimberly, previous student