...Besides taking Biology in college, I taught Biology for almost 15 years in public school. During that time I worked with hundreds of Biology students, designing lessons, labs, and giving lectures to whole classes. Additionally, I worked with students 1-on-1 who needed more explanation. (read more)
I know the ins and outs of the test as someone who was not initially good at the test but through dedication and a systematic approach raised my score. If needed, I can train a student to a 700-800 on the math section. I have carefully studied the Digital SAT and subdivided all problems, supplemented by relevant problems from the old SAT versions. (read more)
...I guide them through the material rather than doing it for them. I've been a homework helper volunteer at the Beaverton Library for the past year and have coached my 2 daughters through high school in math and science. Both have graduated college with STEM related degrees and have started their careers. (read more)
...TEACHING PHILOSOPHY:We've all felt the pain of not being able to understand a topic. Whether it's abstract math or abstract art that we're struggling to grasp, our brains are wired to tell us to stop trying the same thing over and over again when it doesn't work. The pain of learning is unavoid... (read more)
...This experience deepened my understanding of individual learning styles and honed my ability to tailor my teaching approach to meet diverse needs. Currently, I am actively engaged in academia as a math Teaching Assistant (TA) and grader for Calculus II. This role allows me to stay at the forefront of educational practices and brings a fresh perspective to my tutoring sessions. (read more)