While attending McKendree University, I began tutoring my peers in chemistry, physics, and math. After graduating with a Spanish major and math minor, I began working for Mathnasium (and later Sylvan), where I had the opportunity to teach students (ages 7-adult) using a more "outside the box" appro... (read more)
...Sometimes, a new approach in a smaller setting is exactly what a student needs to find success with a subject. My students often praise my ability to relate the subject to their everyday life. They also state that I explain things in a manner that is clear and concise. (read more)
...In addition, I became a librarian in part because I was interested in a wide variety of subjects. Therefore, I could bring my love of history, geography, various sciences, the arts, and other fields to my lessons. However, don't rely on my answers to math questions - my real weakness. (read more)