...I was a nationally ranked swimmer (freestyle sprints) as well as a high school swimming/diving coach. My prior work experience was quite diverse and included working for global, fortune 50 companies. I have also enjoyed international public speaking assignments in Europe. (read more)
...I have been teaching Pre-Algebra since 2000. Pre-Algebra is an important stepping stone to lay a solid foundation for the rest of your students mathematics. I know what is involved in Alg1, 2 and beyond so I teach Pre-Algebra with the future in mind so that they can make the future connections. (read more)
...Learning vocabulary in a systemic and engaging way, based on examples from literature, can become not only a way to increase SAT and AP scores, but can be a gateway into a deeper understanding of the text. I do not teach vocabulary so that a student can pass a test; I work with vocabulary so t... (read more)
...In addition to teaching in the high school classroom, I have also taught middle school, and tutored a wide variety of students ranging from fourth grade through masters degree level. My children are 10, 8, and 5 and I have had the privilege to walk with them in their learning journeys, including a year of home schooling. I also worked with many other children in a local church group. (read more)