...They asked for a calculator, I said no. They asked to borrow my fingers, I said no. Finally they used slash marks and an eraser to solve the simple subtraction (13 - 8). At an 8th grade level, I've recently encountered students that had no idea of how to solve simple pre-algebra math problems and knew no math facts. (read more)
...Recitals required daily practice that lasted for the ten years I played classical piano. I graduated in music after a hiatus for ten years from piano and loved learning how to use technology manuals and equipment in recording studios. Currently, I participate in a vocal choir and a bell choir for which both sight singing and general music knowledge are important. (read more)
...I have trained, tutored, and mentored coworkers and subordinates at every school and job I have ever attended. I am exceptional at figuring out something that someone already understands and then finding a relationship between that subject and the subject I am teaching them. Learning with me is fun, because I truly love to learn, I make the experience enjoyable. (read more)