Experience Summary
I pursued and received an Electrical Engineering degree to attain a career in the high technology field of semiconductor chip product developemnt in 1978. After a 25 year career with Texas Instruments, I chose to continue my love for math and science by attaining a TEA certificate for high school mathematics. I am currently a highly qualified AP Calculus, AP Physics, Pre-calculus and Engineering Math instructor at Hargrave High School, Huffman, TX. I have formally and informally tutored students over the last 5 years and find no greater joy than when a frustrated student finally "gets it!"
Teaching Style
Although I feel lecture, guided instruction and practice are a very important part of teaching mathemeatics, it is usually not enough as abstract ideas have difficulting finding relavence with most students. I rely heavily on my past experiences in my engineering career to draw real world examples to bridge this relevence gap. Additionally, I make extensive use of the TI84 graphing calculator to suppliment all lessons possible for the visually and kinestetic learner. I have a real passion for math and science and believe any willing student can become proficient in advanced courses such as Trigonometry, Calculus and Physics if the proper mentoring is given.