...I try to make math fun and engaging, which I believe translates to success in the math classroom. I also try to give all students an "access point" to a problem. I know that all students come in with different knowledge, skills, and beliefs, so I do my best to figure out where my students are so that I can guide them toward mastery of important Algebra 1 skills. (read more)
4 Subjects: includingPrealgebra,Geometry,Algebra 1,Elementary Math
...I am a dedicated middle school and high school math teacher with 27 years of classroom experience. I am passionate about helping students excel in mathematics, from 6th-grade math through Algebra 1. I have designed and delivered engaging math curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12. (read more)
...I also have done private tutoring for several years. I have tutored students from 4th grade through high school and have had experience working with students with learning disabilities. I have also had experiences working with students in the classroom through my aiding experiences for my future teacher licensure during my time in college. (read more)
...I graduated from Purdue University in applied mathematics. Afterwards, I worked as a programmer for EPIC system, a healthcare software provider and then returned to Purdue University to get my Master's degree in mathematics. I have been teaching, creating teaching materials, including creating ... (read more)
...Activities in the classroom focused on communication and problem solving skills, using standards based lessons. After this teaching experience, I was a substitute teacher for elementary and middle schools. I also worked 1 year at Sylvan Learning Center, which is a tutoring business. (read more)