Hi, I’m Dana! I graduated magna cum laude with B.A. in German (major) and completed my M.A. in German at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. It was there I first discovered my passion for teaching and was honored by being added to the List of Teachers Ranked by Students as Excellent. (read more)
...I also have a lot of experience teaching advanced math and science concepts to elementary and middle school students, and I'd love to help you out with your class too! I ran track and field in high school, where I earned a medal in the 4x400 Meter Relay at Michigan's state meet. That race also earned me a school record. (read more)
...I believe in creating learning environments that are flexible and unique to each student's learning style, pace, and interests. When teaching math I work on building a student's core understanding of concepts, rather than only teaching standard algorithms. When teaching reading I often integrat... (read more)
...I use this to create lessons that are 100% customized to each student. I am able to explain concepts in multiple ways and change methods based off the student’s needs. I am very patient and encouraging! (read more)
...While a public school employee, I worked with students as young as six and seven. Later, in cooperation with the Los Angeles Public Library, I tutored high school students, college students, and working adults learning English as a second language. I received my undergraduate degree in history ... (read more)