...For three years, I served as the head coach for Black Mountain Middle School math team, where I not only guided students in their academic pursuits but also fostered a supportive and motivating environment. This role allowed me to develop innovative coaching strategies that catered to the unique... (read more)
...My deep-rooted passion for mathematics and dedication to making it enjoyable and captivating for students of all ages is at the core of my teaching philosophy. I acknowledge the prevailing stigma around mathematics, which often reduces this beautiful domain to mundane calculations and stress-ind... (read more)
...I will go over any concept as many times as desired until the student feels confident with it. I am a big proponent of teachback, having the student explain back to me what we have covered. I have made worksheets and quizzes for students in the past to test if the material is being learned accurately. (read more)
...In addition, I love seeing students achieve that "aha" moment and I’m committed to helping individuals reach their potential by identifying their learning style and teaching in a way that they learn best. The approach I’ve taken towards teaching can best be summed as follows: Be the teacher I wa... (read more)
...Some students may only need a better explanation, while others may need guided practice to truly master a new concept. Some may need something that they can physically manipulate, while others may need real-life examples to study. The second point is that, while there are often many ways to sol... (read more)