...I was happy to oblige when I was able. I feel my strengths as a teacher and tutor are patience and reflection. I am always thinking about how things are going and how I can adjust to make sure students get what they need. (read more)
...I received my B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in biology, and a B.S. in Secondary Education from Drake University. Then I proceeded to get my M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I enjoy helping students learn new content by making connections to previous learning and everyday life. (read more)
...Beyond subject proficiency, I am deeply committed to fostering essential executive functioning skills in my students. Throughout my career, I have prioritized the development of key competencies such as memory enhancement, prioritization techniques, task initiation strategies, organizational ski... (read more)
...In addition, I have a variety of examples and study guides that can make learning, not only fun but easy to remember. Furthermore, I have materials that can be used for the summertime when students are out of school just to keep their minds focused and refreshed on what they've learned and prepa... (read more)
...Throughout my collegiate experience, I realized how much of a difference a knowledgeable, student-focused instructor can make, and this led to the creation of my own teaching philosophy: teach the student, not just the academic subject matter. A good teacher should be able to break down difficul... (read more)