Vino S.
Private tutor in Toronto, Canada
Education
I have a Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics from the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Birmingham, UK. I also hold an MSc in Physics with a specialization in advanced nuclear physics.
Experience
As a Maths Teacher at Milton Prep Academy, Ontario, Canada I prepared syllabus, class materials and notes, set exam papers, built a complete course binder with AFL, AAL and AOL, attendance registers, lesson plans, Rubrics, etc. During my time as a Private Tutor, in Toronto, Canada I tutored courses MHF4U, MDM4U, and MPM1D, providing regular help with understanding the subject matter, preparing for exams, homework and assignment assistance. I also prepared students for the ACT exam, teaching Maths, Science and English, and setting and conducting model tests. At the University of Birmingham, UK, I was responsible for supervising optical experiments like fibre optic communication, He-Neon Laser experiments, designing and supervising open-ended general physics projects, grading lab works, project reports and presentations. Some of the projects that I supervised are, 'Finding the sweet spot of a Tennis Racket', "Finding the N-number of a diffraction grating', 'Statistical Analysis of the adage, 'Buttered side always falls down'' I also worked as a support tutor for the Yr 2 Communication and Skills class, helping students understand and explore the application of physics to everyday problems. I worked as part of the Invigilating team at the University during the end-of term semester exams. This work includes preparing the examination venue, supervising the exam and collating examination answer booklets. Twice I have also acted as the chief Invigilator, holding responsibility for the entire conduct of the exam. I have conducted a Masterclass (Galaxy classification, how to use SDSS data, etc.) at the University of Birmingham for High School students. I have taught Matriculation, Tamil Nadu State Board and Central Board of Secondary Education, India syllabus: all subjects for 8 to 18 yr old on a one-to-one basis. I was responsible for designing and executing everyday classroom activities, preparing and grading tests and homework assignments, assisting in their school work, etc. I also conducted a Masterclass for students of grade 7, 8 and 9 of Maharishi Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School. The classes included practical demonstration of physics concepts in an innovative and interactive way from using straws to teach the different standing nodes in a tube to night sky observation sessions.
Subject Expertise
AstronomyPre-Calculus12th Grade math11th Grade mathAlgebra 1Algebra 2Algebra 3/4AP Physics 1AP Physics 1 - DUPEAP Physics 2 - DUPEAP Physics 2: Electricity and MagnetismAP Physics 2: MechanicsASPIRE ScienceACT ScienceAstrophysics10th Grade mathTOEFLScientific ProgrammingPhysical SciencePhysicsPythonQuantum MechanicsQuantum PhysicsQuantum Theory
Availability
Weekdays at any time
Can Meet
Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge, Up to 30 minutes away for a flat fee
Hobbies
Star gazing, and Reading. I also love traveling and have traveled extensively. I have guided and mentored many students with their college applications.
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