...My passion for teaching math was first ignited when I helped a family friend improve her FSA math score from Level 1 to Level 4 in a matter of months. I firmly believe that true success in math comes from understanding the 'why' behind the steps, not just memorizing them. I'm committed to helping my students grasp the fundamental concepts that underlie math problems. (read more)
7 Subjects: includingGeometry,Algebra 1,Algebra 2,ACT Math
...I have taught Algebra 2 several times during my time in education, and I have become proficient at identifying weaknesses. I have been successful at remediation gaps in student understanding. I have been a high school math teacher for 17 years and I have learned to differentiate my instruction to cater to my students' learning styles. (read more)
...The approach that I take is that, as long as students don't give up on themselves, I won't give up on them either, regardless of what their grades are. I know someone who got a C- in the first chemistry course that he took, then got an A in the second one. The same can happen for other struggli... (read more)
...I have worked in the software industry for a number of years. I specialize in developing applications in high level languages such as Perl, C++, and Java. I am also experienced in a number of general computer science topics, including data structures, state machines, algorithm design, design patterns, and software development methodologies. (read more)
...I teach from the perspective of not just knowing the "how", but also the "why" - thus, minimizing memorization/maximizing understanding! I have a B.S. in Mathematics and a M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction - and I am certified to teach Mathematics Grades 6 - 12. Moreover, I have been a highly ... (read more)
7 Subjects: includingGeometry,Algebra 1,Algebra 2,SAT Math