I am a Mechanical Engineering Major and Engineering Design Graphics Minor. I have always loved math and science and building things and Mechanical Engineering does just that, it uses math and science to create and build things. The teachers I have learned the most from over the years have been the ones that not only are knowledgeable about their subject but also really enjoy teaching. (read more)
...Three major items that qualify me: I have passed the PRAXIS exam myself, I have tutored math for about 7 years, and my career was in broadcast engineering where I studied and used lots of math. I have worked with electronics from the age of 14 when I got a job in a TV repair shop. Since then I ... (read more)
...I try to teach from a practical, rather than conceptual point of view. I find that this brings meaning to the theory and often... immediate understanding where there was none before. Once a student comprehends WHY something is the way it is, memorization becomes a thing of the past and a deeper level of understanding can take root. (read more)
...My belief is that to be successful working with autistic individuals, it is critical to work hand-in-hand with the parents and caregivers. As routines and preferences must usually remain uniform, it is important to be cognizant and respectful of this. My personal approach is one of calm predictability. (read more)
...This process can sometimes be slow, but the results are worth it. My end goal is for the student/professional to truly understand the material so that they are comfortable with it, experience the creativity of mathematics, and can make use of the concepts in the manner that they are acquiring th... (read more)