Experience Summary
I have tutored others ever since I can remember helping out my peers. Teachers believed that I had an ability of not just understanding the information/assignments, but to get the everyday student to be able to understand it as well. My bachelors degree in Psychology is reflective of wanting to know the best way to interact with people and help them achieve their desired result(s). I am currently finishing my Master's Thesis at Eastern Washington University and hold a credential as a registered counselor from the State of Washington. In California, I have taught classes at the Jose Valdez Math Institute which is one of the most highly decorated math programs for junior/senior high school students in the west coast. Additionally, I have worked in Spokane School District 81 as a Youth and Community Specialist that catered toward bringing in non-traditional curriculum at the middle school level for supplemental learning reinforcement and enhancement of leadership qualities.
Teaching Style
My teaching style is based around being able to adapt to the individual student(s) and help them overcome their areas of improvement. The goal of a good tutor should not just be to get their students finish their assignments, but to help the students understand the fundamentals of whatever discipline they are studying. This MUST be a significant sphere of focus because students need a good foundation to continue their academic progression. Giving students the belief that they can understand any academic concept as long as they stay focus keeps them engaged in the overall educational process. Moreover, students that already have a firm grasp on the field of study learn to do it more efficiently and enhance their knowledge/creativity on the subject matter.