...I have an interest in Genetics because I have bred Siamese and Oriental cats for 40+ years and have tracked their genetic inheritance to improve the line of breeding. I have coached students to take the ISEE test for several years and am familiar with this test and its parts. I have used the preparations for this test similar to the preparations for the ACT and SAT tests. (read more)
...My previous students have said that I am kind, patient, and caring as a teacher, and that I explain things in meaningful and memorable ways. My educational background is in biochemistry and I always planned to pursue medicine, before seeking an alternative path. I discovered I loved working with students, and I am passionate about sharing my love of chemistry, as well as other sciences. (read more)
...One of the most enjoyable and rewarding classes has been Algebra 1 where I love working with students to build confidence and take away the fear of math. Having been in industry, I always find it important to relate the math principles to real world situations to assist students in seeing practi... (read more)
...I guide students through each step of the writing process and help them to understand each part of an essay, from introduction to conclusion. In proofreading, I always look to refine both the specific paper and my students' skills as writers. I want my students to learn to write excellently on their own, without my help. (read more)
10 Subjects: includingAlgebra 1,Spanish,Writing,SAT Math
...I received a degree from George Peabody College in Nashville in 1978 in elementary education and special education focusing primarily on children with learning disabilities. I taught special education for 33 years. My experience has been mostly with LD children but also includes experience in working with children that are ADD, ADHD, language disabled, and autistic. (read more)