...I make sure that they understand that thinking in that manner comes from a fixed mindset and coach them to develop a growth mindset.I am a state-certified 4 - 8 Middle School Mathematics and Pre-AP Algebra 1 Teacher. My Pre-AP Algebra class consisted of 8th graders who skipped 8th-grade math and... (read more)
5 Subjects: includingAlgebra 1,Geometry,SAT Math,ACT Math
...I have taught in public, private, and parochial schools in both Kansas and Louisiana. My primary focus has been phonics, reading, writing, elementary math, and middle school science and literature. In the past I have accepted high school students, but at this time I would like to focus on eleme... (read more)
...I have experience teaching grades 5, 6, 7, 8, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus and Calculus. I am able to identify gaps in student understanding and come up with a plan to fill those gaps and lead the student to success. With a great tutor and a little work, all students can be successful in Mathematics!I have been teaching mathematics for over fourteen years. (read more)
...Some examples of me building off of the knowledge they already have is being able to to walk them through the problem step by step. I have found this way to be successful because my students are not just getting an answer, but they are gaining the knowledge that will help them for future assignments. I want to be a resource to students who are struggling in an area that I have a passion for. (read more)