About
Math/Technology & Cognitive Development Instructor Foothill College, Tutor, Consultant for Berkeley, Oakland, Pasadena and LAUSD, Created tutorial software for Children’s Programming language and Math Heuristics, Certification for Instrumental Enrichment. We focus on problem solving skills, programming skills and Mathematics from the perspective of describing science and logic.
It is an honor and joy to instruct students by breaking down the steps needed to do problem solving and understanding of science, and health. Learning the language and logic of mathematics is a way to communicate solutions to living in a technology, intelligence based community.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We begin by reviewing what students already know define the needs of students and a plan for an effective program
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Education: De Anza Foothill Community College De Anza, CA, Computer Technology Credential - Programming & Media
Pacific Oaks College Pasadena, CA, Early Childhood Admin and MS Teaching Fellowship
University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA, Bachelor of Science, Education- Math
Technical Skills: HTML, CSS, Java script editing, Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), Office Live Workspace, Dreamweaver and Adobe CS3
Logo Programming, Toaster/Flyer for Video Editing, Windows XP, Mac, UNIX
Languages: Bilingual Spanish (Intermediate)
License: Computer Technology Credential, Foothill College, Los Altos, CA,
Feuerstein Instrumental Enrichment Level 1 Certification, Berkeley,
How did you get started teaching?
I remember the first time I would teach my friends how to play chess. I learned from my father when I was 7 years old and taught it to my friends so I would have games. I still enjoy playing and interesting to discover new ways to teach it always analyzing and figuring out how kids like to learn.
What types of students have you worked with?
We assist all students according to their specific needs.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I enjoy knowing my students are successful and moving forward with confidence and diligence.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
What question do you ask to interview a tutor/teacher? Why do you teach? How do you teach?
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Think through why you are seeking a tutor or teacher for math. What are the pros and cons make a list, and then commit how much time you want to give to learning more about math.