...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. I hold both a master's and a bachelor's degree in economics. In addition to math, I have also taught economics bot... (read more)
...I help students understand not only the "what" of each topic, but also the "why" and the "how". I emphasize three key dimensions in preparing students for math, science, and engineering: 1. Conceptual understanding 2. (read more)
...I also taught an accelerated AP Physics course this past summer. I spent five years' experience tutoring algebra and precalculus at a charter school in Boston. My strength in this subject is my ability to describe various problem-solving strategies in a way that makes sense. (read more)
...I feel confident in my knowledge of elementary content and teaching capabilities. I am a very organized individual who never had a problem creating a study plan for myself throughout my schooling. I am now graduated college, and as a pre-service teacher I have to help students prepare to study. (read more)
...I love seeing that look of understanding when something 'clicks' and a student finally gets what they have struggled to learn. Math, with its abstract concepts, is a difficult subject to learn, and can be difficult to teach. Every student has a different learning style that works for them. (read more)