...In graduate school, I took a course on Teaching Diverse Learners, half of which was devoted to special education, one lesson of which was devoted to ADHD. I got an A- in that course. I have ADHD myself and am intimately familiar with the obstacles it presents to learning and how to either circumvent those obstacles or use ADHD traits as assets. (read more)
...Because of this, I not only work to help students with particular mathematical concepts but also to build their confidence in math. I believe that every student is capable of succeeding, and it is important that they believe that too. Thanks for looking over my profile! (read more)
...I have also volunteered to tutor for the QuestBridge program after being selected as a match semifinalist. I have extensive experience working one on one with other students and a wide variety of learning styles. As a tutor, I believe collaboration and an open, relaxed environment so that stude... (read more)
...Courses included environmental physics, radioactivity and the environment, and energy and the environment. I have also tutored on-line and in person for high school physics, both mechanics and electricity and magnetism (the former is my strongest area). These were always one-on-one sessions. M... (read more)
...I have a passion for teaching the sciences to all ages and enjoy making lesson material both creative and interesting for each of my students. For my high school students: I was Athlete of the Year my senior year (cross country/track/swimming), graduated as a high honor student and attended a to... (read more)