...I was born in Japan and raised in the States. I went to New York University, majoring in Childhood Education/Special Education and minoring in East Asian Studies with a concentration in Japanese. I am bilingual and speak Japanese fluently. (read more)
...I use research-based methods of teaching to help students discover and build knowledge, and my goal is always to help students gain mastery in their learning by nurturing their excitement and self-confidence. In math, I feel it’s critically important for students to develop strong number sense a... (read more)
...I am familiar with IEPs, 504 plans and tier learning. My many math trainings and practical experiences have included working with district curriculum books, PCI math, SRA math, Houghton Mifflin Mathematics, Pearson Math, Equals Mathematics, Touch Math and Everyday Math (University of Chicago des... (read more)
11 Subjects: includingElementary (K-6th),Reading,Study Skills,Elementary Math
...My teaching style is very flexible, and I always tailor my approach to the specific needs of a student. I find the best way to learn is through challenging practice problems, and so once areas for improvement are identified, I work to address this through providing solved examples. I also think... (read more)
...I would like to utilize this time to help support students, and their families with learning this year especially with the unique challenges that this upcoming school year brings during these unprecedented times. I believe learning should be fun and I always try to find a way to tie the student'... (read more)