...I graduated from Union College in 2011 with a degree in Economics and minored in mathematics and psychology. I went on to earn my masters in Mathematics Education from University of Massachusetts Amherst. I teach using a hands-on approach, provide clear graphic organizers and notes and break down each problem thoroughly. (read more)
...I actually have two bachelor's degrees. The first one was in Dramatic Literature, earned at Harvard University. (Wyzant only provides space for one bachelor's degree in the official background information.) So I also tutor reading, writing, spelling, and related subjects, as well as public speak... (read more)
...I get to know my students, whether they are in elementary school or post grad, and I find out their interests! If you can relate the subject matter to your life, then you can really learn it. Plus, there are fun ways to understand information such as: conversation, games, contests, applied learning, projects, and creativity. (read more)
...I am also state licensed as an Adjustment Counselor. I worked as an educational consultant for the National Scrabble Association for 15 years. My experience includes working successfully and with innovation as a tutor and classroom teacher with students with ADHD, Autism spectrum, Asperger's, ODD, dyscalculia and other learning challenges. (read more)
10 Subjects: includingPrealgebra,Algebra 1,Elementary (K-6th),Elementary Math
...Be a person (any type)One of my core beliefs as an educator is that everyone is capable of learning math to high levels. Historically, math teaching has had a very narrow approach, largely relying on the "I do, we do, you do" model. This approach only works for a small sector of students who ma... (read more)
5 Subjects: includingPrealgebra,Algebra 1,Elementary (K-6th),Elementary Math