Faris Haykal
I graduated from Memphis University School as valedictorian and then attended Harvard University, where I got my degree in English and American Literature and Language. My brother Zane and I have been tutoring full-time for eight years, and we love our job. As soon as I started working with students and their families one-on-one, something clicked and knew I had found my passion.
Previously, I spent several years doing research in the mental health field, working with patients who suffer from drug and alcohol addiction. Through that experience I learned a technique called motivational interviewing, which I have tried to apply to education. Simply put, it means being empathetic, listening to students, and helping them find their own motivation, whether that means applying to Ivy League colleges or just getting their parents off their backs.
My interests outside of work and academics include all things sports (especially Tigers, Grizzlies, and my various fantasy teams), movies, TV, and, yes, video games (sorry parents). As a member of the 2019 MUS alumni basketball C-league champions, I spent half the season on the bench with a bum hamstring but led the league in moral support.
Subjects I tutor include English (all levels), History/Social Studies (all levels), Math (Pre-Algebra through Calculus), Science (Physical Science, Biology, and Chemistry), and Foreign Language (Latin I and French). I also tutor the ACT, SAT, SSAT, ISEE, GRE, GMAT, and LSAT.
To schedule with Faris, please give us a call at (901) 590-3318 or send us an email at info@thetutorsmemphis.com!