...I've set up two volunteer organizations in Baltimore, MD (where I'm from). One was for second-graders, helping out in math, science, and other general categories. The second program was SAT tutoring for prospective college students from the inner-city. Both incredible experiences where I had the opportunity to help students achieve their maximum potential. (read more)
...I helped to lead these programs but was always available to interact with individual students and respond to an array of concerns. I want to present a resource for students to gain scientific knowledge in a manner that will leave a lasting impression. I also want to encourage conceptualized learning as opposed to memorization, unless the latter is necessary. (read more)
...I am very passionate about Organic chemistry. I love the satisfaction I get when students understand the material. I have many proven effective methods of breaking subject matter down. (read more)
I've been a classroom English/language arts teacher for 30 years, in both middle school (the last 18 years) and high school (the first 12 years).For the last 10 years, I've taught 8th grade Humanities , a course which blends literature, language arts, history, social studies, geography, current even... (read more)