...Reading: Reading is my favorite subject to tutor as it is my primary method of learning about the world. I have worked with a range of ages in this subject, from second-graders to high school students who were struggling with reading skills. Writing: I spend much of my free time writing and I enjoy helping students with their writing as well. (read more)
...I have lots of manipulatives and use multiple approaches to fit each student's needs. I have successfully home-schooled my two, now-grown, children. Therefore, I hope to support home-schooling families with their math and science curricula. (read more)
...I believe in fostering open communication with my students to understand their preferences and adapt my methods accordingly. During my academic journey I was awarded the Ballard-McConnell-Willis Mathematics Scholarship, the most esteemed scholarship on campus. Utilizing this scholarship, I went... (read more)
...Because each student is unique and learns differently, my lessons and teaching vary to match what works best for the student. With my mechanical engineering background, I firmly link abstract principles to tangible real-world phenomena; these connections are instrumental for developing an intuit... (read more)
...Also, I am a writer, with a published Young Adult novel to my credit. I graduated from Florida International University in 2003 Summa Cum Laude (3.9) with a BS in Elementary Education. My teaching experience was in New York City where I received state certification after passing the requisite exams. (read more)