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...Once we identified that the problem was not in their understanding of the new material, but with their more basic skills, they were able to improve their performance. I can also help students improve their strategies on standardized tests. Determining which problems to solve first, which ones to come back to later, and which ones to avoid entirely... read more

...I have a Master's degree in English and have taught high school English for over 20 years. I have worked with many students who need help with their English reading and vocabulary and have taught students how to write correctly, confidently, and creatively in English. I greatly enjoy working with all students, helping them succeed in every aspect... read more

...Also, as a mentor with the PENNlincs C/Robotics Mentoring Program (IRCS Education Outreach), run by the Institute for Research in Cognitive Science at University of Pennsylvania, I developed materials and activities focused on programming concepts to teach C programming to middle school students. I started working as a programmer the summer after... read more

...I substitute teach math, logic, and Bible classes. I also serve as a Teaching Assistant at Wheaton College, where I grade student philosophy papers and occasionally lecture in philosophy. I graduated from Wheaton College with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (Music, English, and Philosophy). I received a 2360 on the SAT (800 math, 800 writing,... read more

...During my professional block courses I taught at Manheim Central High School. I taught 3 days worth of Geometry lessons to 10th and 11th graders. I also taught at Centerville Middle School in 7th grade for 4 days. I taught a mini unit and did several fun activities with the students. My last placement for my professional block was at Ephrata High... read more