...Prepared students for the New York Algebra 2 Regents Exam. Have taught and tutored Geometry for many of my 30 years of secondary math instruction. Recently taught common core math. (read more)
...In English and writing, I help students structure essays, refine grammar, and express themselves confidently. For music, I draw on my background as an award-winning guitarist to help students connect technically and emotionally with their instrument. My six-plus years as an art studio apprentic... (read more)
...I am all too familiar with instructors who do not seem to understand that their students are being left utterly confused and frustrated. If this sounds like something you can relate to, you should know that it doesn't have to be this way! I will show you how you are capable of understanding everything that seemed beyond reach. (read more)
Character Traits and Approach:
I worked hard to grasp material and achieve my high grades in school. In turn, I greatly desire to understand the my students' struggles and intercede in the frustration(s) surrounding them. I am patient to understand how my student is thinking about the material and then gentle to correct where the thinking went awry. (read more)
...I make students feel comfortable first and I believe I show empathy for their struggles. My knowledge of the subject obviously helps BUT more importantly I show compassion and understanding for my students. I always try to make the material relevant to life and I usually use a good sense of humor to help make my students feel comfortable. (read more)
4 Subjects: includingPrealgebra,Algebra 1,Algebra 2,SAT Math