...I spent five months living in Valencia, Spain with a host family that did not speak any English, while taking literature, culture, and art classes at the University of Valencia. I have an established teaching and tutoring background. I was a TA for three years at MSU, teaching Algebra my sophomore year and pre-Calculus my junior year. (read more)
...For 17 years, I specialized in teaching AP Calculus AB, demonstrating my commitment to excellence in mathematics education. Beyond the classroom, I bring a coaching background that has enriched my teaching approach. This coaching experience has taught me the importance of personalized guidance, mentorship, and motivation – qualities that I seamlessly integrate into my tutoring sessions. (read more)
...I also taught in English and reading with a focus on grammar, essay writing, reading comprehension/analysis skills, and vocabulary. I also taught standardized prep sessions (SAT/ACT students) with students ranging from the 9th to the 12th grade of all sections: reading, English, math, and the es... (read more)
...I worked for 6 years in financial services and implemented a personal finance course at my high school that transformed from 22 kids to 143 kids in 5 years. I believe in practical application when teaching as kids learn best when they can related to the material. I'm a positive person who will encourage students and do everything I can to help them. (read more)
...I used algebra on a daily basis in applying physics concepts at my work as an automotive engineer at General Motors for more than 35 years (since retired). My strength is my ability to simplify concepts to my students. I have tremendous patience with my students which allows them to relax and f... (read more)