...I have self published 2 books and am working on a 3rd. I have over 3 years experience working with students k-12 in the Elk Grove Unified school district and the Folsom Cordova Unified school district combined. I have worked with students in grades k-12 for over two years as a paraeducator. (read more)
...When I tutor a student, I try to show all these traits. I believe strongly in asking good questions that will get the student thinking. I believe a tutor should never simply give the student the answer but should strive to help the student become a more independent learner. (read more)
...When I teach or tutor, I work to adapt my approach and materials to the learner I'm working with. Some students are more visual, some students need to hear reading read aloud, for instance. I recognize that every student is an individual and try to work within the unique learning style that they have. (read more)
...I think that I have an upbeat personality and I'm not afraid of embarrassing myself if it means making a lesson accessible and memorable. My biggest concern is that the materials stick and you understand what you're learning. As I said, I love science and have interests in a lot of different areas, so I am usually fairly good at finding connections and making information meaningful. (read more)