...Working in a large classroom can be overwhelming at times for a student who is having difficulty as well as for his or teacher. Improving a student's skills and performance starts with being able to sit down and pinpoint his or her specific problem points and strengths. I pride myself in concentrating on just this and finding the balance between pushing, encouraging and having patience. (read more)
...I have been teaching for 16 years and have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I enjoy working with students and seeing their progress working with me and when they take assessments in the classroom. I have taught phonics for quite a few years and f... (read more)
...I execute lessons that increase student's understanding of the curriculum being taught and also increase their grade average. I communicate with parents to update them on their child's progress. I offer assistance with homework assignments and test preparation. (read more)
...For writing, I've found that brainstorming together, reviewing already-written work, and doing practice prompts can be helpful. There are other effective approaches, so I am always happy to adapt my own to meet students where they are! Previously, I was a peer mentor/tutor for two years in a high school classroom setting. (read more)
...As an instructor, I take a down-to-earth approach to teaching, making complex concepts easy to understand for my students. During my time at the University of Minnesota, I taught foundational engineering courses to a class of 80+ undergraduate students, and my students appreciated my engaging te... (read more)