...I apply this insight to teaching. My process starts with summarizing the basic concepts in a digestible and interesting way, in the form of a dialogue to make sure everything is understood before moving on. Then I demonstrate a problem, showing and explaining each step as I go. (read more)
...I held my CCRN (critical care) up until last year, had my CSC (cardiac surgery), have taken TNCC (trauma), hold my ACLS/BLS and ENLS (neuro critical care) certifications. My professional credential is MS, AGACNP-BC. Wyzant tutors helped me get through some hard pathophysiology studies in grad school as a student and really helped me learn. (read more)
...One of my favorite experiences as a high school teacher was helping students who had failed a basic math skills test that war required for graduation. Out over thirty students, only one failed to pass the exam on their second attempt. It was one of the true highlights of my teaching career. (read more)
...I also have experience helping students with test prep, as well as math (up to AP Calculus BC/Calculus 2). I scored a 36 composite on the ACT, 1550 on the SAT, and 337 (with a 5.5 in Analytical Writing) on the GRE, as well as scoring 5's on over 10 AP exams. I also have 5 years of experience tut... (read more)
...When I took AP chemistry in high school I got a 5, and I got A's in all of my college chemistry and organic chemistry courses. Equations can seem intimidating at first, but I've found by showing students some organization methods, and linking them to chemistry's fundamentals, students quickly im... (read more)