...As a volunteer educator, the most fulfilling moments for me were when I saw a guest light up with excitement, and sharing the joy that I find in nature. I graduated with high distinction from the University of Minnesota with a B.S. in conservation biology and dual minors in communications and an... (read more)
...Yes, we all want the correct answer, but it's difficult to get the right answer if the question causes undue stress. I am a big proponent of finding different ways to explain things because no two people think alike or have the same experiences. As a strong writer who also took college-level Ca... (read more)
...As a student, I found that the personality and skill of the instructor were what made a class enjoyable and productive. Thus, as a tutor, I take an engaging and deliberate approach to instruction. I start by introducing the topic in a fun and interesting way before moving on to direct conceptual and practical instruction. (read more)
...I have been tutoring public and charter school students in elementary, middle, and high school using the Common Core method for 5 years. I am very skilled at teaching the Common Core method using both models and algorithms. I have worked with more than 10 homeschool students from several families in diverse situations. (read more)
...I've done some tutoring locally and am just starting to branch out into online platforms like Wyzant. My goal is to help students get to where they want to be from where they are, whether that's a high college entrance exam score, an improved grade in a tough class, or a clear and compelling essay. We'll work on the weak spots and not waste time on what they already know. (read more)