...This commitment aligns seamlessly with my current pursuit of a statistics major, a pathway that not only enhances my personal growth, but also deepens my own proficiency in quantitative sciences. I have competed extensively in speech and debate with a focus in extemporaneous speaking, in which I... (read more)
...I have also been employed to evaluate safety critical software written in C++ and other object oriented languages. My approach to teaching C++ is to introduce students to object oriented programming concepts, and then to teach the students the syntax and semantics unique to C++. I also cover th... (read more)
...I've been with Wyzant for 2 years now, and I love figuring out different ways to explain a subject to get my students to that light bulb moment! But as I've gained experience, I've realized that it is just as important to be a supportive and encouraging face for my students. I am there to remind them that struggling with material does not make anyone bad at math or stupid. (read more)
...I particularly enjoy developing an understanding of a student's strengths and skills in problem solving. Physics is particularly unique in High School courses because success relies on language skills (word problems), algebra/calculus, trigonometry, geometry, abstract reasoning and disciplined p... (read more)
...I overcame that lack of intuitive understanding, however, and went on to a fruitful study of mathematics up through six semesters of calculus. I believe I can help a struggling student make the transition from arithmetic to higher mathematical concepts. Precalculus may be the most important year of math high school students take. (read more)