...I have a BS in biology from the University of Massachusetts at Boston and M.Ed. in Curriculum and Design: Science k-14. I currently teach Algebra 1 and Geometry at Xaverian Brother's High School. I have also taught biology, Algebra 2, Anatomy & Physiology and Environmental science at an all girls Catholic school in Boston in the past as well. (read more)
I have taught math in an intervention setting in the Fall River Public Schools, so I have experience working with and reaching students who are having difficulty with the subject. I firmly believe that there is no such thing as being or not being a “math person”—anyone can master even the most esot... (read more)
...I teach at a vocational school so I must be able to adapt to all learning styles. I feel it is critical to understand why something is and not just how to go through the motions to get the correct answer. It is my belief that once students understand why they are doing something, they will be able to think in a more critical manner for future problems having similar characteristics. (read more)
...I can really help students see how the topics from Algebra intertwine with Calculus to understand the concepts. Sometimes student have difficulty with procedure, and sometime with conceptual understanding. I really try and make the connection with both to help with enduring understanding of the content. (read more)
...I have helped dozens of students improve their test scores. I taught ACT students for more than 10 years for a variety of test prep companies before opening my own tutoring center in Middleboro. My Bachelor's degree is in Mathematics and my Master's is in Education. (read more)