...I earned straight A's in mathematics throughout my entire K-12 experience. During Covid, I taught my daughter mathematics to keep her focused and now (in 3rd grade) she is successfully completing 7th grade mathematic problems and concepts. I use a spiral method of instruction for mathematics, b... (read more)
...I have worked with students in rural, urban, and suburban schools using the English language as a medium for students to have a better understanding of the world around them. My strengths are poetry and literature analysis with a concentration in creative writing. I have done work with editing ... (read more)
...For many years I have been a sponsor, and now a Child Advocate, through Compassion, Int'l. All of my kids (by choice) are from Latin American countries--I write all of them in Spanish (they write back). In October, I am going on a one-week trip to Peru with other sponsors, and will meet Manuel, the boy I've sponsored for seven years. It is very exciting! (read more)
...I am a very patient person, and I will gladly re-explain any concepts. My favorite subject within psychology is abnormal psychology; I can name any diagnosis in the DSM-5. I graduated Cum Laude with my Bachelor's of Science in Psychology and a minor in Sociology from the University of Illinois ... (read more)
...I will go the extra mile to make sure the student thoroughly understands the material. I always make sure my students understand basic concepts and principles when learning new subjects. I present the subject matter with a lesson plan, and at the end of each lesson I review the relevant materia... (read more)