Sheryl H.
Nacogdoches, TX
Experienced, Effective, Math, Science, Proofreading Tutor
Bemidji State University
Life Science Secondary EducationStephen F. Austin State University
Master'sStephen F. Austin State University
MEdAbout Sheryl
I completed a Master of Science degree in biology and a Master of Education degree from Stephen F. Austin State University, and graduated with a GPA of 3.8. I have been fortunate to teach a wide variety of subjects at many different grade levels over the past 28 years before retiring. I am thankful to be able to continue to use my academic
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Travels within 25 miles of Nacogdoches, TX 75961Sheryl offers online lessons
Sheryl is approved to conduct lessons through Wyzant Online. Wyzant Online allows students and tutors to work remotely via video, audio, and collaborative whiteboard tools. For more information about how online tutoring works, check out Wyzant Online.
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"Knowledgeable, efficient, pleasant and flexible in scheduling"
- Tree, Nacogdoches, TX on 4/29/16Sheryl helped me to proof my paper in a timely manner. I have a sight disability along with other medical issues but she listened and quickly assessed the situation and we began. I am very appreciative of Sheryl and Wyzant Thanks! Tree
Thank you so much for your kind words, Tree. It was a pleasure to work with you!
"Very Patient and Helpful"
- Kimberly, Lufkin, TX on 3/13/17She's very patient and helpful..We will continue lessons..My daughter says she explains things better than her math teacher at school..At this rate, she will get better grades in math..
Thank you, Kimberly! I enjoy working with your daughter. It gives me pleasure to see her become more confident.
"Very Patient!!"
- Kimberly, Nacogdoches, TX on 2/17/16Sheryl has been working with my son who is in Kindergarten for the past couple weeks and it is going great so far!! My Son has a lot of energy and she has been really patient with him and I am learning too how I can better teach him. She has been a great teacher and I would highly recommend her.
Thank you so much, Kimberly! It is a pleasure to work with both you and your son.
"Excellent"
- Carlos, Sandy, OR on 1/4/16Sheryl is an excellent tutor. The few times that I have worked with Sheryl, she has contributed to strengthening my work, of which have resulted in A grade level work.
Thank you, Carlos! It is a pleasure to work with you!
"Very knowledgeable & patient"
- Yolanda, Waco, TX on 12/6/15Sheryl has only tutored my 7th grade son twice(so far), but because of her patient and kind demeanor, he is already very comfortable with her. In just 2 lessons, he's already more confident than when he started. She is also very welcoming of my feedback as a parent & keeps me informed on what they're covering every step of the way. I can't thank you enough Sheryl!
Thank you so much, Yolanda! It inspires me to be able to work with your son and with you.
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Approved subjects
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ACT English
I have a strong foundation in reading, writing, and grammar. I have study materials and strategies that I will provide to give my students the skills and confidence necessary to do well on the exam.
ACT Reading
I have study materials and strategies that I can provide to students to prepare them for the exam.
ACT Science
I am approved to tutor ACT science via WyzAnt. I have taught a variety of science concepts for over 20 years. A large part of my teaching methodology is to teach students how to think, and not just memorize facts. Success on the science portion of the ACT is dependent on being able to think, as well as being able to interpret information. I enjoy seeing students become more confident when they see how well they can think through a problem.
ASVAB
I have successfully tutored clients in the science and math portions of the ASVAB. I have experience teaching the math and science skills that are tested on the ASVAB in public schools. I know how to give my students strategies to help think through complex questions on standardized tests.
Biology
I love the study of living things. My undergraduate degree is in Life Science Secondary Education. I taught 7th grade life science for three years before deciding to pursue a master's degree. While attending Stephen F. Austin State University as a graduate student, I worked as a biology tutor in the Academic Assistance and Resource Center at the university. After completing my Master of Science degree in biology in 1991, I also taught general biology and ecology for two years as an interim instructor at Stephen F. Austin.
Ecology
I completed thesis research on a pond ecosystem while completing my master's degree at Stephen F. Austin State University. After finishing my graduate degree, I was fortunate to be hired as an interim instructor at Stephen F. Austin to teach ecology and general biology for two years.
Elementary (K-6th)
I am certified to teach all subjects in grades 1-8. I also taught 6th grade science for three years and 6th grade world history for one year in the public school system. I have worked with younger students from ages 5 to 11 while giving private violin and fiddle lessons. I currently have the pleasure of tutoring elementary students both in person and online.
Elementary Math
I have a valid elementary teaching certificate for grades 1-8. I also taught middle school math for 5 years. I am currently tutoring several elementary students in math. I enjoy seeing my students gain confidence in skills that were difficult for them before.
Elementary Science
I taught life, earth, chemical, and physical science concepts to 6th graders for three years. I also wrote the 6th grade science curriculum and benchmark tests for my school district.
English
I have a valid teaching certificate which allows me to teach all subjects in grades 1-8. I have assisted students of many ages from 9 year olds on up to adults with work in their English studies. My strengths are writing and grammar. I enjoy working with words and finding new ways to communicate ideas. I am thankful for the wonderful foundation in literature, writing, and grammar that I received from my high school and college English teachers, and I hope to impart the same in others.
Genetics
When I worked as an interim instructor at Stephen F. Austin State University, I taught genetics concepts as part of the general biology course offered there. In addition, I have a high school biology teaching certification, and the biology curriculum includes numerous genetics concepts.
Grammar
I am approved to tutor grammar via WyZant. I also had a wonderful teacher in high school who gave me a strong foundation in writing and grammar. When I had my first college writing assignment as a freshman, I realized how helpful her instruction was. I would like to be able to pass on some of that to students that I work with.
Macintosh
I have owned and used Macintosh computers since 1988 for academic and business purposes. The first computer I purchased was a Macintosh, and I've stuck with them ever since. I am familiar with Apple's operating systems, and know how to do basic troubleshooting.
Physical Science
I am approved to teach physical science via WyzAnt, and I taught physical science topics to 6th, 7th, and 8th graders as part of a general science curriculum for middle school in Texas. I created many of my own materials and activities in order to give my students greater understanding of topics such as potential and kinetic energy, energy transformations, forces, and simple machines.
Prealgebra
I am approved to teach pre-algebra via WyzAnt, and I also taught one year of 7th grade pre-algebra in a public school. When I was in 8th grade, I had a wonderful, enthusiastic teacher who gave me a great foundation in using algebra for problem solving. As a result of his teaching, I enjoy the challenge of using algebra to solve real world problems. I hope to pass that on to others, as well.
Proofreading
I have a strong background in writing and grammar. This has been beneficial to me throughout my educational career. I wrote a thesis to complete my master's degree, and I have helped to edit two book and CD projects. Most recently, I have successfully used WyzAnt's online platform to assist clients with proofreading and editing college writing assignments.
Reading
In addition to being approved via WyzAnt to tutor reading, I am certified in Texas to teach all subjects in grades 1-8. I have also assisted students with many reading assignments in after school tutorials.
SAT Writing
I have study materials and strategies that I will provide to my students to help them be more successful on the exam.
STAAR
As an 8th grade teacher, I prepared my students for the Science STAAR test. I was pleased to see that, as a group, they met or exceeded the average STAAR scores in the state and in my school district. Also, I have assisted students in math STAAR Intervention sessions during the school day and occasionally after school.
Violin
I have given fiddle and violin lessons for 26 years. I have also given workshops at music festivals. In addition, I have performed old time music with my husband at many concerts, weddings, business gatherings, and venues over the years.
Writing
I have quite a bit of proofreading and writing experience. I enjoy working with words and finding different ways to express information. I helped to edit other students writing while in graduate school, and I wrote a thesis to complete my master's degree. I also helped edit two book and CD projects. Most recently, I have successfully used WyzAnt's online platform to assist with proofreading and editing college writing assignments.
Zoology
When I worked as an interim instructor at Stephen F. Austin State University, I taught zoology concepts in the lecture and lab portions of the general biology course offered there. In addition, I have a high school biology teaching certification, and the biology curriculum includes numerous zoology concepts.
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Sheryl H.
Nacogdoches, TX
Experienced, Effective, Math, Science, Proofreading Tutor
Social Studies
I am certified to teach all subjects in grades 1-8. In addition, I taught 7th grade history for one year, and 6th grade world geography for one year at the middle school level.