Grade Levels
High School
Tutoring Specialties
ADD & ADHD, EL (English Learners), Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Gifted/Advanced population, Learning Disabilities, Students with varying disabilities
Bio
About Me I believe every student learns differently, and discovering how they think is the first step to helping them succeed. My experience spans elementary through high school, so I meet students where they are — from curious 7-year-olds to high schoolers prepping for the ACT. My Educational Philosophy I see learning as a partnership, not a transaction — my job is to build thinking skills, not just hand over answers. I favor a hands-on, student-centered approach, asking questions before explaining and adjusting to each learner's pace. My Tutoring Goals My goal for every student is twofold: measurable progress and genuine confidence. I want students to leave believing they can figure things out on their own. How I Build Relationships with Students Trust comes before learning, so I take time to understand each student's interests and what's in their way. I stay patient and keep communication open—students do their best work when they feel safe making mistakes.
Teacher Specialization
Teaching Specialization Years in Education: 15 years, elementary through high school. Virtual Education: Currently teaching with K12.com; online tutoring with Varsity Tutors and Chegg; remote essay scoring for SAT, ACT, and Tennessee State Test (8th Grade Social Studies). Grade Levels & Subjects: K–3 Math/Science (Montessori); secondary Social Studies, Business, and CTE; After-School Program Coordinator (K–8). Degrees: B.A. Social Studies; B.A. Business (Finance); M.Ed. Elementary Education. Licensure: Michigan-licensed, Business and CTE. Specializations: SAT/ACT Test Prep and College Admissions guidance; Business (Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Micro/Macroeconomics, Information Management).
Courses
Accounting, ACT Prep, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP United States Government and Politics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning & Wealth Management, High School US History, Introductory Finance, Marketing, Personal Finance, Probability and Statistics, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, US Government and Politics
