...If students are struggling with a topic, I work hard to identify the root of the confusion and address it, and then return to the topic at hand. Once ready, I let students practice independently. Math is a subject that really builds on itself, so developing a strong foundation is the key to success. (read more)
...My success in teaching math to a wide variety of age groups and abilities stems from knowing that anyone can be a "math person." Hard work and determination, combined with a supportive and knowledgeable teacher, guarantee success in the short and long terms. Math and English and writing need to be fun. You learn the best when you are engaged. (read more)
...I am able to teach these concepts clearly, and - according to many - in an interesting fashion. Calculus is a subject I quickly came to love. I find the concepts of calculus fascinating, and I greatly enjoy teaching them. (read more)
...I have been married for 32 years and have three kids. My husband and I have 5 grand kids. We enjoy spending time with our family camping and on the lake that we live on. (read more)
My love of working with children started more than 20 years ago when working with inner city kids in a parks department summer program. I ran the traveling craft lessons and realized this was where I was meant to be: working with kids and helping them to see their talents and strengths; to build th... (read more)