About
Most of my students say that I make math and chemistry fun.
I received my Ph. D. in Chemistry in 2004 from UMBC. I taught chemistry at the college level for 10 years, until I made the switch to teach Middle School Math at Arnold Christian Academy. I taught all levels of math from Grade 2 - Algebra for 8 years. Currently, I teach Chemistry at Archbishop Spalding High School.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First, I will take a quick inventory to see what you know and where your weaknesses are. The inventory is just a few questions (5 or so). This helps me know where to start to best help you!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Ph.D. in Chemistry. I taught college-level General Chemistry for 10 years.
I have taught middle school math (through Algebra 1) for 7 years.
I have taught high school chemistry for 1 year.I tutored math and Chemistry often while in both college and graduate school.
How did you get started teaching?
I made extra money in college by tutoring. I really liked it, and my students told me I was good at it!
What types of students have you worked with?
I worked with all types of students, from college to 2nd grade. My students range from gifted to truly needy! Not everyone loves math and science, and I completely understand that!! But you can still get As and Bs even if you don't like it. Not only do I go over concepts, I work on test-taking strategies and problem solving techniques. You know those scary word problems???? I will help you break it down in to a couple of easy steps.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find someone that you "click" with. I know that's hard to tell from a website. But your first meeting with a new tutor shouldn't just be about the subject your learning. You and your tutor should take a few minutes to get to know each other. You should never be afraid to ask questions. After a session or two, if you don't like their teaching style, it might be time to find someone else. Remember, you're the customer, and you should be happy with the tutoring service.