...I will then allow them to walk through practice questions, and if necessary leading them to the answer with questions. The goal is for my students to learn how to think on their own, because they need to learn how to be successful independently. I obtained by B.S. in Education from Grand Canyon University. (read more)
5 Subjects: includingCommon Core,Algebra 1,Prealgebra,Elementary Math
...I employ many approaches to teach concepts. One is to make the idea more concrete and less abstract. A student may not understand why 0.3 is greater than 0.25, but they know why three dimes are worth more than two dimes and a nickel. (read more)
...This meant not only learning the process but the why behind it. Most placement exams tend to be over college algebra which happens to be the subject I have tutored the most. Everyone learns differently and I've made it my mission to make the material as comprehensible as possible. (read more)
20 Subjects: includingElementary (K-6th),Microsoft PowerPoint,Theater,SAT Math
...I am constantly trying to update my own approach to teaching and assisting students in their understanding of programming. I also love to talk with students to try to figure out better ways to assist them in their understanding of material.I’ve successfully taken multiple Algebra classes and hel... (read more)
...Length: 8th year as certified educatorProfessional Experience: Prior to becoming an educator, I served aboard a fast attack submarine as a nuclear reactor operator. I qualified as Engineering Watch Supervisor and was appointed by the Pentagon as the Reactor Control Division Supervisor. I learn... (read more)