...I believe the aspect of math that makes the classes so daunting to many is the rigid structure and the need to be right. By asking questions the learner likely does not know, I will hopefully make being wrong normal and help them build a more self-generated, creative thought process. I am very ... (read more)
...My degrees are in mathematics (MS) and mathematics education (BSMEd). I have been involved in many aspects of mathematics education including scoring AP Calculus exams, running Challenge 24 contests, professional development for mathematics teachers at the elementary and secondary school levels,... (read more)
...I have a lot of enthusiasm when I teach and I encourage students not to give up when they are struggling. I remind students how rewarding it is when they solve problems on their own with some guidance. I have been a teacher for 3 years and have worked in public as well as private schools. (read more)
...References Available. I have been a 5th and 6th grade Math teacher for the past 17 years- eleven of which have been using the Everyday Math program. I am currently teaching Envision Math. (read more)
...After that, I began working at a public middle school as a paraprofessional, where I loved working on a variety of academic subjects. I also have experience tutoring students aged 9 to 15. We worked on reading, spelling, math, science, and/or social studies. (read more)