...I have worked to meet the students needs to grow in the education and confidence. I love teaching. It has been noted by many of my coworkers current and previous as well as parents of current and past students, that I am a patient teacher as well as a caring one. (read more)
...I graduated from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, receiving a Diploma in Basic Education. Years later, I earned a BEd. in Basic Education (mathematics) from the same University. I am currently in my final year (MPhil. (read more)
...Most of my students have seen marked improvement, with several increasing their ACT Math scores by five or more points. Of the four sections of the ACT, the Science test is the most demanding from a timing perspective. The average student can understand, process, and answer the questions, but it takes practice to handle dense scientific writing and answer 40 questions in only 35 minute. (read more)
...In 1:1 and small group settings, I have tutored students (ages 6-13) in reading comprehension, math, and writing. To address reading comprehension needs, I work to improve visualization skills before teaching strategies for self-monitoring and increasing reading engagement. In math, we work on math concepts at the concrete level to build true understanding before moving to the abstract. (read more)
...I became bored with that so I left my controllership position at Coca-Cola to become a financial advisor. I calculate everything in my head from miles per gallon, time saved by incremental increases in speed driven and unit prices when shopping. It's fun and useful and I know how to teach the practical side of math, which then helps kids understand their algebraic concepts better. (read more)