Experience Summary
Currently I work at an alternative school for students with learning disabilities and behavioral problems teaching Math and Art. Although there is no art program, I voluntarily head up art contests and help students paint murals on the campus. My degrees are in Computer Information Systems, French, and Spanish. After being a Computer Programmer for five years, I decided to become more involved with education. I've taught Math at City College, ESOL at Valencia Community College, and all subjects in elementary schools. I've voluntarily tutored disadvantaged children at a local church and helped my sisters with their homework for years. Overall, I'm a jack-of-all-trades and enjoy discovering the many unique ways students think and learn.
Teaching Style
My teaching style is clay. It molds itself to fit individual needs. For example, some students need visual aids and some need verbal. Sometimes even these change. It's fun to work with special needs children because their thinking and learning styles are so unique. You can virtually see their minds working in interesting fashions. Hands on is another key I employ. For example if I want teach someone a software program I will have them drive while I guide them. Another factor is getting to know the student and gaining trust. They must feel free to discuss their interests and dislikes so you can steer them in positive directions. To find natural talents and help them realize their full potential is one of my major goals. Watching students learn to believe in themselves is rewarding beyond money. Teaching teaches me love and inspiration. Anything is possible.