...I received the teacher of the year award for Heritage Academy in 2020 and received recognition through the local newspaper as "The Best High School Teacher" in the area for the 2020-2021 school year. I have worked along side and guided students to an understanding of complex science topics. I strive to see that my students perform their absolute best in the classroom, in labs, and on tests. (read more)
...I currently work part-time as a Data Collector in the Norfolk area, meaning I work one-on-one with K-3 students every day! I ask them questions about standardized math concepts and test what they know in the subject. This means I understand the curriculum for this age group and I see where many students struggle to understand these concepts. (read more)
6 Subjects: includingStatistics,Algebra 1,Algebra 2,ACT Math
...I have a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Florida and a MBA from the University of Georgia. I have also completed other graduate study in history, western political philosophy, and economics. I am a retired Navy officer and former Assistant Professor at the ... (read more)
...Teaching allows me to impact the youth and see them excel academically and succeed in their future. I believe it is essential to have students use hands-on experiences and manipulatives when teaching and tutoring math. It will assist students with a visual and help them better understand the skill and content being taught. (read more)
...I believe that successful reading instruction should be composed of different elements depending on a student's ability, knowledge, readiness, and developmental stage. These elements include phonological awareness, phonics, sight words, fluency, reading practice, and comprehension instruction. I have taught all of these elements in multiple settings. (read more)