In graduate school, I specialized in organic research at the University of Iowa. I was also a graduate assistant at the University of Iowa, where I assisted with both General and Organic Lab. I then proceeded into my teaching career, where I was a professor of General and Organic Chemistry at Kirkwood Community College on a one-year temporary contract. (read more)
...At the beginning of each session, I strive to set solid short-term and long-term goals with my students to track improvement. I'm interested in working one-on-one with elementary, middle school, and high school students to help students reach their goals inside and outside of the classroom, work... (read more)
...Due to my commitment to each individual student, I have never had a negative experience with a student. I accept students of all ages, and I work with students on assignments for classes and also create assignments to capture my students' interests and capitalize on their skills. I also work with students in Editing, Reading, Study Skills, and occasionally Math through Algebra II. (read more)
...As an educator, it’s important to me to model a passion for learning. I try to bring energy and excitement to every lesson I teach, both to motivate my students and to demonstrate my investment in them. I also carefully listen to my students’ thoughts and feelings, so I can gain insight into how they learn best and adapt my approach to their needs. (read more)