...I am currently certified as a math teacher in the State of Missouri, and have been since 1987. I am a certified AP-Calculus teacher. I am currently Missouri state certified to teach mathematics, grades 7-12. (read more)
...I am also proficient in many programming languages, and basic knowledge of a lot of research programs and tools. I have been helping my fellow classmates in various subjects ever since elementary school. I was the math captain (the equivalent of a math TA) for my class, I assisted my teachers b... (read more)
...I get to know each student individually and design lesson plan based on their individual needs. I introduce the lesson first using different resources (textbooks, Math online tools, Guided notes, Khan Academy) as needed, then I prefer to do some guided practice with the students. After that, I ensure that students have enough time for individual practice to master the material. (read more)
...Regardless of circumstance, I believe that any student with a passion to learn, can do so. I review material in advance of each session and focus on making each concept easy to understand, while proceeding at a reasonable pace. I customize my instruction style based on each student and their needs. (read more)