...I also taught a class on organizational skills at the high school level. We worked on organizing term papers, homework, essays and other writing projects. I helped them plan out their time so they actually did not wait until the last minute to get everything completed. (read more)
...My hope is that we learn to ask the “why” questions not only of our studies but of our own contexts. Finally, students look to me for coaching beyond their academic studies for help with questions ranging from how to write a winning college application to the best breakfast for fueling the brain... (read more)
...Consequently, I create assignments and exercises that are of interest to the student and will help to motivate him/her to practice writing. Moreover, I teach writing as a process - one that requires patience and commitment. I also help students connect reading with writing; that is, I illustrat... (read more)
...Because the Math section consists entirely of multiple choice questions and permits the use of a calculator throughout, my goal is to teach the "ACT mindset"—a test-taking approach that utilizes content review, problem-solving strategies, and calculator skills. Most of my students have seen mark... (read more)
...I attended regular teacher training conferences which helped me standardized my teaching approach. One of my classes had eight students. This gave me the opportunity to work with students individually, subsequently developing my skills in teaching students with different learning styles. (read more)