Experience Summary
I started out tutoring elementary students in basic math and English grammar while I attended college part time in the 1980's. I continued tutoring young students and adults in the 1990's, tutoring Basic Math, Basic and Intermediate Algebra, Basic Geometry, English Composition, Speech, Study Skills and the Sciences. In addition, tips were given to enhance test-taking skills in hard-to-Ace subjects like Economics. I have tutored for the Sickle Cell Organization in 2001, helping students catch up numerous missed assignments. I tutor when the opportunity presents itself. Last Summer-Fall I assisted a nursing student in Speech and helped with two research papers. More recently (Oct.2009-Jan.2010), I worked tutoring students grade 2-10. From April to June 2010, I tutored high school students from Highland Park High School in Basic Math and Geometry, and Algebra I & II. Starting the latter part of June 2010 I tutored 6th grade students in Reading Comprehension and administered practice tests at a Detroit school. For three weeks in August, 2010 I was asked to tutor high school students at a center for academic preparation before the school semester in the Fall. In addition, worked as a substitute teacher part time 2010-2011. Continued working in Education as a Paraprofessional at the middle school level from 2013-present.
Teaching Style
My method of tutoring is to work with students where they are and add to their skills, to accomplish the final outcome, preferably an "A" or "B." Some students are visual learners and some are informational learners, or some students combine the two. The potential I see in students is what I try to bring out and have them realize they are capable of going a step further, to reach their goal. The importance of education and the students' continuance of same cannot be stressed enough.
My Hobbies
My hobbies are walking and reading.
ACT |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Passed virtual testing. |
ADD/ADHD |
Proficiency: Experienced
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2-3 years as a substitute teacher. |
Algebra |
Proficiency: Expert
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A favorite subject. |
Algebra I |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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A favorite subject. |
Algebra II |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Enjoyable subject. |
American History |
Proficiency: Experienced
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A favorite subject. |
Anatomy |
Proficiency: Expert
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Used Anatomy as a med. transcrip. |
Basic Learning Skills |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Ability to assist students to expand on their skills. |
Biology |
Proficiency: Expert
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Used as med. transcrip. |
Chemistry |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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As part of my Science curriculum. |
Chess |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I was taught as an adolescent. |
Composition |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Rec'd "A", "B" |
Computer |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Utilized MacIntosh, IBM, personal computers; other software programs to include Word Perfect. |
Creative Writing |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Rec'd "A", "B" |
Earth Science |
Proficiency: Expert
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A favorite subject. |
Economics |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Have had limited experience teaching. |
Elementary |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Observed in integrated teaching ability of multiple subjects, given good, positive comments on overall teaching ability, to include classroom management. |
Elementary Math |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Observed and given good, positive comments on my teaching ability. |
Elementary Phonics |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Good teaching ability. |
Elementary Science |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Observed and given good, positive comments on my teaching ability. |
Elementary Social Studies |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Observed & given good, positive comments on my teaching ability. |
Entrance Exams |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Passed writing entrance exam, WSU. |
GED |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Passed virtual testing. |
Geography |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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Rec'd "A", "B+" |
Geometry |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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With some experience |
Government |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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Rec'd "A", "B" |
Grammar |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Rec'd "A" |
Homework Help |
Proficiency: Expert
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Have assisted in catch-up - improved 1-2 grade levels. |
Life Science |
Proficiency: Expert
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A favorite subject. |
Logic |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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Rec'd "A" in Basic course |
Math |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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A favorite subject. |
Microsoft Office |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Word 10+ years; experience with Excel, Outlook and Power Point. |
Physics |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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As part of my Science curriculum. |
Political Science |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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Rec'd "A", "B" |
Pre-Algebra |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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A favorite subject. |
Psychology |
Proficiency: Experienced
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A favorite subject. |
Reading |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Above average grading. |
Reading Comprehension |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Above average grading. |
SAT - Math |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Passed virtual testing. |
SAT - Verbal |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Above average scoring for verbal/written skills. |
Science |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Took variety of Sci. courses, incl. Teaching courses. |
Social Studies |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Rec'd "A", "B" |
Sociology |
Proficiency: Experienced
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A favorite subject. |
Speaking |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Rec'd "A" in college speech course. |
Special Education |
Proficiency: Experienced
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2-3 years as a substitute teacher. |
Spelling |
Proficiency: Expert
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Rec'd "A" |
Study Skills |
Proficiency: Expert
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Have assist to improve 1-2 grade levels. |
Teacher Cert Exams |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Passed Basic Skills for Michigan Test for Teachers' Certification (MTTC) with high scores in 2007. |
Testing Skills |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Virtual testing with Wyzant Tutoring, 2009-2010; passed in the Sciences, English, American Hx, Basic Math & Algebra, Writing & Reading. |
Testing Strategies |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Using and teaching skills constantly. |
Typing Skills |
Proficiency: Expert
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80 wpm out of H.S.; Presently 60+ wpm. |
World History |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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Rec'd "A", "B" |
Writing |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Rec'd "A", "B" |
Writing Skills |
Proficiency: Experienced
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Teaching ability good. |