...I have been teaching Communication and Criminal Justice courses since 2009. In addition to teaching for several universities, I was a Police Sergeant in New Jersey law enforcement for 20 years until my retirement in April 2014. After retiring I moved my Minnesota to be closer to family. (read more)
...When I tutor, I use the following three teaching methods: tiered instruction, which allows me to look at the bigger concerns over the smaller mistakes; scaffolding, to allow me to build a student up to where they need to be if they aren’t quite where they should be or are looking to be; and stude... (read more)
...I have most recently been tutoring students from all age groups, kindergarten through high school. I have primarily been working with students on math, fifth grade through pre-calculus levels. I also tutor language arts (reading and writing skills) with some students. (read more)
...For example, I simplify complex concepts with analogies and diagrams for visual learners or break down math problems step-by-step for those struggling with calculations. While I have primarily tutored college-age students, I have also worked with younger students through volunteer opportunities,... (read more)
...As a PhD student, I have worked as a recitation instructor for a total of eight semesters, a role that also involved holding office hours to assist students individually. During the 2024 Summer term, I was the instructor of record for an intensive upper-division course on social and political ph... (read more)