...I've been playing piano since summer of 2002, for 12 years now. I've been an active part of my church choir where I play 2nd guitar and piano since fall of 2002. I've also tutored three students in piano. (read more)
...Currently I work for a company that specializes in writing mathematics intervention curriculum while I complete my doctorate at UVA in Curriculum & Instruction. I have a passion for teaching and learning that I hope to share with you and your student. I have taught Middle school and High school math, with the majority of my classes being Algebra 1 and Algebra 2. (read more)
...As for qualifications, I was the valedictorian of my high school and was accepted to many top-tier institutions in the country (including Yale, Stanford, University of Pennsylvania, Emory, and Washington University in St. Louis). Achieving these accomplishments meant that I had great success not... (read more)
...I teach in a manner where all the subject concepts connect to each other instead of strict chapters, meaning I help my students build on the subject they already know and have them move on and learn new material off a basis they can understand.15 years of continuous high level mathematic courses,... (read more)
...My approach to teaching focuses on engagement with material and strategies to understand the content learned, rather than memorize it. While memorization can have its place, I believe understanding material is the best way to remember it long term. I use frequent "check-ins" with students and am always happy to back up or rephrase to ensure the pace is appropriate. (read more)