Experience Summary
I have been interested in tutoring and mentoring elementary students since I was a senior in high school. My college experience includes coaching junior high kids, tutoring 1st through 8th grade students in math and reading, and observing veteran teachers. My years at Michigan State University taught me a lot about planning and curriculum, as well as the importance of hard work. Michigan State required every student to complete a year of student teaching. After I completed the year of student teaching, I took a 5th grade teaching position in Gaston county where I taught for 2 years. Last summer I decided to make a move to 3rd grade which where I am presently teaching.
Teaching Style
I enjoy working with students in my school. Every day presents different challenges with students and it takes a great listener and problem solver to help students who do not learn material the first time. I posses both of these qualities as I have helped a variety of different learners achieve success in my class. Every child needs a different plan and work at a different pace. My 3 years of teaching have giving me the experience to help students achieve/surpass their goals. The experience of watching a child grow academically is very rewarding to me and gives me a sense of purpose as an educator.