...I believe in order to keep students engaged in math you need to be passionate about it yourself or else they likely won't follow your lead. While some math students learn best by just "following the steps" and memorizing an algorithm I also understand some students need to know the answer to the... (read more)
My name is Amanda. I am a high school math teacher. I have just recently moved to Des Moines from Kansas City, MO where I taught high school math for 11 years. (read more)
...I am currently pursuing a PhD in Mathematics and would be happy to help tutor in most high school/college-level mathematics courses at the pace that works best for you. Some of the subjects I would be a great tutor for include but are not limited to Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1... (read more)
...So, I entered a PhD program at Iowa State called Rhetoric and Professional Communication, where I taught composition, public speaking, business writing, and technical writing, as well as tutoring at their Writing and Media Center. One of my specialties is working with students who don't think th... (read more)
...Through personalized feedback and targeted exercises, I will empower you to become a more confident and effective writer. Reading comprehension is another area where I specialize. I will teach you effective reading strategies, such as active reading techniques, annotation, and summarization, to help you extract key information and develop a deeper understanding of the material. (read more)