...As a current junior high (grades 6-8) teacher, we spend quite a bit of time in class focusing on study skills. This is particularly important in Spanish which is very unfamiliar to many students. We talk about the idea of memorizing vs. learning for retention. (read more)
...Throughout the years, I have also volunteered as a tutor for School on Wheels, which works with DCFS, tutoring students grades first through sixth. I have also worked with small groups, and one on one with students within the classroom. I come prepared for each session, and I am also flexible and able to adapt each lesson to better suit the student, and their needs. (read more)
...I would work with students individually and adapt my teaching style to meet each student's unique needs. I also volunteered at a nonprofit and taught math to kids in elementary school, further expanding my teaching experience. Teaching younger students has improved my ability to explain concepts comprehensibly and patiently. (read more)
...I have explained this subject from every angle over the years and understand how to identify which keys will unlock the subject for you. My relative strength is in risk/gambling/insurance, but I am also well-versed in experimental design problems. I made a very high SAT score with no prep when I was in high school. (read more)
...I am 31 years old and I am in my 8th year as an elementary general education teacher. I love my job and I love helping others in need. I am very active in the community and I am currently coaching middle school cross country and basketball. (read more)