...I engage in conversations with students and their parents to decide how best to customize a lesson that scaffolds comprehension and retention. I aim to make math fun and rewarding! I am a proponent of Universal Design for Learning, which emphasizes the importance of providing multiple means through which students can access and explore content. (read more)
...High Math for two years when I first graduated college. I received my masters in Computer Engineering and enjoyed a career in High Tech for over 20 years. After raising my family, I have decided that I really enjoy working with students of all ages to help them understand basic mathematics and to help them realized their full potential. (read more)
...To give just one example, I had an Algebra student who joined my studio with test scores in the "C"-range, struggling with topics like systems of equations, functions, and transformations. We targeted confusing concepts until, on her year-end test, she earned an "A"! My teaching style isn't encapsulated by a single "school", "method", or buzzword. (read more)
...As the oldest sibling to two younger brothers, I’ve spent years helping with homework and mentoring. Additionally, I worked as an associate at Heathwood Hall Episcopal School’s summer camps, where I led 3 day camps for children ages 4–12 and supervised students up to age 13 in after-school progr... (read more)
...I would love the opportunity to work with your child on phonics and reading. My experience with early readers enable me to understand and address any issues your child may have. I am a Connecticut Certified Teacher. (read more)