...In high school, I received a 96 on my Alg 2 regents and even now, the concepts are relevant to my coursework in college because algebra is the foundation of advanced math. I'm a sophomore at Johns Hopkins with a major geared towards chemistry, chemical engineering. I finished a full sequence of the equiv to a 5 on the AP Chem, Chem 1 and 2 here, and I'm currently doing biochemistry. (read more)
...When I was in 8th grade, I noticed that my peers in algebra were having difficulties that I didn't have. Once in a while I'd stay after school and help people who asked for it, and this soon turned into a regular after-school tutoring program. To this day, algebra is one of my favorite subjects to work in, and I find myself coming back to it with various students. (read more)
...For example, I try to always find real life applications in our math tutoring that help connect and engage my students in their own learning. It's crucial in our experience together to strengthen their critical thinking skills (not just getting the answer, but understanding the process to it). I... (read more)
...I have been told many times that I have a gift and that I explain the material in a way that students can easily understand. I want students to get the most out of every session. I usually use a lesson plan to introduce, explain the topic and assess the student's understanding. (read more)
...Each day I taught three classes of Algebra I College Prep and two classes of Algebra II Honors. I have been introduced to a wide variety of learners and often tailor my lessons to meet the skills and abilities of the classroom. I have had students who moved up to the Honors level find great suc... (read more)