...I believe my success as a teacher is not only driven by a transformational philosophy of teaching but a sensitivity towards each student. I am easy-going, able to laugh at myself, and in this safe environment, you'll LEARN that it's o.k. to make mistakes. We'll just keep practicing until we get it right. (read more)
...In addition, I have spent 14 years working with children in daycare and via foster care due to growing up with parents who did both. I have had to communicate with children barely able to talk and teens who "already know" and everywhere in between. I have been working with home-schoolers and pu... (read more)
...When I teach, I explain concepts simply and clearly, and in different ways if necessary. I provide as many examples and real-world applications as possible. I also find that reviewing past homework assignments and tests is very beneficial. (read more)
...I love to learn and have always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with others and have a history of teaching a diverse collection of people with highly varied levels of education and racial makeup. I am also a former paramedic and published author which offers varied perspective and nuance in teachin... (read more)
...And I am a mother of two. Based on my experience in chemistry career, and teaching college students, I always feel that mathematics skills are very important. It is the key to the success for students who are interested in the STEM field. (read more)