About
Passionate, highly qualified educator with 14 years experience and Masters of Arts in Teaching (secondary science education) and a Masters of Business Administration with a marketing concentration.
Currently, I teach high school AP Computer Science Principles. In the past, I’ve taught middle school science, marketing, and algebra. It is my passion to help students achieve their goals.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to spend 5-10 minutes on introductions and discussing the student's goals. Then, create a plan for how we can accomplish those goals. After that, we get to work!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I hold a Masters of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Secondary Science Education. as well as a Masters of Business Administration with a marketing concentration
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$50/Hour
How did you get started teaching?
I started my career in education as a substitute teacher while pursuing my undergraduate degree. After graduating, I worked at a 4-H camp running after school programs focused on environmental education and STEM for three years, one of these years was spent as an Americorps VISTA.
What types of students have you worked with?
Over the course of my career, I have worked with students k-12 in and out of the classroom, as well as taught an undergraduate course at Thomas College in Maine.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
In 2015 I was hired by a conservation non-profit to build an education program for them from scratch. In my two years with this organization, I created environmental education programs in five local schools, one college, and one summer camp. While the non-profit doesn't exist anymore, several of these programs are still running independently. I recently heard from one of the middle school teachers I worked with about how she plans to expand on one of these programs.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
My advice would be to find a tutor that is flexible, but stern. Students should be pursuing a mentor they can trust.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Students should consider their past performances in the subject they're being tutored in as well as the subjects in which they don't require tutoring. There are often parallels between these that can be drawn to ensure success.