In graduate school, I specialized in organic research at the University of Iowa. I was also a graduate assistant at the University of Iowa, where I assisted with both General and Organic Lab. I then proceeded into my teaching career, where I was a professor of General and Organic Chemistry at Kirkwood Community College on a one-year temporary contract. (read more)
...I have four years experience teaching high school mathematics full-time, and I have taught Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and AP Statistics during this time. In my Geometry and AP Stats courses, I give a thorough treatment of probability theory and probability distributions. I also have experi... (read more)
...My interest in learning strategies prompted me to continue my education, earning MEd. in Secondary Education and extra 18 graduate hours in mathematics. Extra credits allowed me to teach dual-credit college classes to high school students (College Algebra and Calculus).During past 10 years as a ... (read more)
...In addition, I have taught groups of students writing skills, and I have a number of students who see me for writing essays and research papers. Additionally, I have much experience teaching students to write essays for the SAT and ACT. I enjoy helping students find their ability to express themselves skillfully through writing, which is a vital, life-long skill. (read more)