Experience Summary
While attending Purdue, I was selected to tutor students through a program called "Women in Engineering and Science". This program allowed students to come in on a walk-in basis to a dormitory, on Sunday-Thursday evenings, to receive tutoring in any of their engineering and science classes, including: chemistry, physics, calculus, trigonometry, computer programming, etc. I tutored students for 3 years, 2 evenings each week. After college, I entered the work force, practicing as a chemical engineer for a major oil company. While working, I wrote many technical papers for a wide audience, and also was able to apply many of the math and science skills that I learned in college. Then, last year, I decided to begin my law school studies. Law school has given me further knowledge and practice in writing and critical reading. This year, I left my engineering job so I could focus on school.
Teaching Style
I thoroughly enjoy working with children as well as young adults. One way that I find to get through to children and help them learn is to make a connection with them. If I can find a way to relate with a student, I know that they are more likely to be an attentive, willing student. Also, while I tutored at Purdue to undergraduate students, I found that a lot of the students just needed a little confidence to succeed. I think it is important to praise and encourage students when they succeed. I love to motivate students to achieve their potential. I am enthusiastic, thoughtful, and encouraging.