About
I am passionate about education and helping you achieve your goals! I am all about meeting students in the middle and working based on your knowledge and comfort. Above all, I pride myself on being a welcoming and patient teacher with an inclusive and empathetic attitude.
I am a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A in History and a minor in Anthropology. I will be certified to teach social studies in May 2020. I have three years of experience in the classroom as a student teacher.
Meeting my students and getting to know them on a more personal level is one of my favorite things. Building trust and rapport is so important in a educational setting. I am so passionate about providing quality services and help to students, so seeing students improve and gain confidence in their learning brings me so much joy.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to begin with getting to know my students on a personal level: talking briefly about what subjects they like, how school is going, their hobbies, etc. Understanding students as people is crucial, and something teachers too often forget to do.
It is also important to identify where the students strengths are, and where they might need improvement. Together, we can make a game plan and work towards a shared goal.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I graduated from the University of Texas with a B.A in History and a minor in anthropology. I have also been through the university's teacher certification program, and will be certified to teach social studies 7-12 in May 2020.
What types of students have you worked with?
Much of my experience has been with English Language Learners and students with learning disabilities. This has shaped my approach to education and teaching. Meeting students in the middle, working on tough subjects, and keeping things equitable are at the top of my list.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
I always recommend that students reflect on what they know and what they need more help with. Understanding your own learning is so important! Identifying what you need to learn, but also how you learn best and what you hope to get from a teacher, helps both of us strive.