I consider teaching to be one of my chief callings and passions in my life and career. I first received my undergraduate degree in math education then taught high school before deciding to pursue upper level math and start teaching at the college level. My philosophy of education stems directly from my own experience as a student. I struggled in my math classes for most of my life until a teacher told me that there weren't "math people" and I could learn anything I worked hard enough to. So many students grow up beleiving that they just aren't capable of learning math and so stop trying. I hope that my students feel that in my classroom they can try without fear of failing, because that's the spirit of math. I want each student who takes a class of mine, regardless of level, to find something in Mathematics that they find fun or interesting. I want to encourage creativity and problem solving rather than memorization.
For students not planning to major in the physical sciences, engineering, mathematics, or computer science. Calculus of algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, with applications.
A review of algebraic functions, equations, and inequalities for students who satisfy the course prerequisites for MATH 123 or MATH 125 but whose placement test scores indicated additional preparation is necessary.
For students not planning to major in the physical sciences, engineering, mathematics or computer science. Topics include systems of linear equations and matrices, matrix algebra and applications, linear programming and the mathematics of investments and loans.
This class builds upon Algebra I concepts, extending into polynomial, rational, and exponential functions. Students will analyze functions through various representations, create and solve equations and inequalities, and model real-world situations. The course also covers trigonometric functions and prepares students for Precalculus or Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry.
This class focuses on developing students' understanding of linear and quadratic expressions, equations, and functions, as well as introducing them to polynomial, rational, and exponential functions. Students will build upon prior knowledge of equations and inequalities to reason, solve, and represent them numerically and graphically. The course also emphasizes the structure of functions and their use in modeling real-world situations.
This class focuses on developing students' understanding of geometric concepts, theorems, and problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on logical reasoning and real-world applications. The course builds upon prior knowledge of similarity, congruence, and triangles, extending to include geometric constructions, circles, and trigonometric ratios.
This class includes students who speak English as a second language and follows the same standards and pace as Algebra 1 but with an extended amount of arithmetic background and language learning help.
Student Teaching, Cleveland High School, 2020-2021
Student Teaching, Cleveland Middle School, 2021
Tutor, Lee University, 2018-2020
Teaching Assistant, Lee University, 2018-2020