...For the past few years I have taught 8th grade environmental science. I am also professionally certified to teach biology at the high school level. I earned my Bachelors in environmental science from Yale and have experience working in environmental nonprofits. (read more)
...It was gratifying to see them improve so much when they received help specifically targeted to their needs that weren't being met with one-size-fits-all teaching. I look for ways to present the information so it makes sense to the person I'm working with. My approach is to offer encouragement and be non-judgmental while giving students the things they need so they can help themselves. (read more)