...This teaching strategy helps the student understand the process being used to solve a problem and gets them to use past math knowledge. I get a great deal of satisfaction when a student has that light bulb go off, and they understand the reasoning used to solve a problem. I feel it is important... (read more)
...During these experiences, I was able to step into a new environment, receive new materials, and proceed to download information and strategies that needed to be relayed to students while their teacher was absent. I also served as a classroom teacher for Peoria School District 150 for three and a... (read more)
After earning my undergraduate degree in mathematics, I earned a master's degree in library and information science. I have worked in a middle school in Aurora, IL for seven years, at elementary schools in Streator, IL, and in the community college in Oglesby, IL. I now work in a public library. (read more)
...I have recently relocated to the Peoria area from Colorado to be closer to my family. I left a part time student support teaching position in an elementary school there as well as several private tutoring students and would like to resume tutoring in my new setting. I am currently available mos... (read more)