...I feel that my dual background in science and science education along with my experience as a science teacher provides practical implications to guide my instruction.I like teaching because it is challenging and for the joyous moments it provides when the learning clicks and the student gains a n... (read more)
Hi! I'm Jessica and I recently graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Economics, and a minor in Computer Science. My professional background has been in management consulting, investment operations, and venture capital. (read more)
...I especially like helping students write college application essays. Once I began teaching, I saw a need in our schools for strong teachers of mathematics. I decided to teach middle school math, where I enjoy helping kids discover that math is interesting and fun! (read more)
...I worked at a Math and Reading Center for three years, where I worked with 13-18 year olds on the algebra, geometry and calculus. I have also taken AP math classes, as well as was a teaching assistant in the Russian School of Mathematics in high school. I worked at a Math and Reading Center for three years, where I worked with 13-18 year olds on the algebra, geometry and calculus. (read more)
...In addition, over the years I have done one-on-one math tutoring to middle-school and high-school students. My teaching approach relies on a combination of concept discovery/derivation and a lot of practice -- teaching some of the fundamental principles and then asking the student to internalize... (read more)