...Thank you again MB!" ~ Justin, 10th grader SAT parent
With a BA in Mathematics, an MA in Education, a teaching certification with an endorsement to teach online, and over 20 years of teaching experience, I am a highly qualified tutor to help you prepare for the PRAXIS. In addition, when I compl... (read more)
...My methods are largely based on cutting edge brain research from Stanford University, and I carefully construct my lessons around exploratory tasks that allow students to discover mathematical relationships so that they own them, rather than just because a teacher told them so. After discovering... (read more)
...I believe in the power of scaffolding, breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps, and gradually building upon them to ensure a solid understanding. As students develop confidence, I often look ahead and preview content so they are better prepared for their next classroom lessons. I e... (read more)
...I am very good with Proofreading... Usually, if there's an error, I'll catch it on the first read! I have tutored writing as it's own subject, as well as part of larger courses, such as History, Political Science, and Psychology. I have also written a number of book reviews and have had a History article published in a journal and online. (read more)
I have been a paraprofessional for more than 17 years working in Special Education, Elementary Education and in a Middle School with Grade 7/8. I have been in Grade 7/8 for the past 9 years at a school. I have just completed student teaching and certification this coming May. (read more)