I'm JD. Currently, I teach middle school math and do tutoring on the side. Helping students access content no matter their skill level is something that I try to achieve in every encounter.

I'm dedicated to engaging with all kinds of students and ensuring that they get the resources needed for success. Sometimes, all it takes to understand a difficult subject is a little extra time, attention, and a fresh perspective. Those are what I strive to make available for my clients: Time, attention, and a new way of looking at things.

I am a senior at Arizona State University working on a Management degree, so I'm familiar with most business courses. I currently work as a Special Ed teaching assistant for Scottsdale Unified School District, where I teach kids ages 3-18 years in all kinds of courses. I also used to work as an Employment Specialist, so I'm great at editing essays, teaching public speaking, and anything related to professional development. I also have experience with visual art and design and love to teach drawi...More

I am familiar with many of the most fun and engaging books for beginning readers. I believe that a solid command of English grammar is vital to effective, intelligent, and coherent speaking and writing, and as a result, I gave it a great deal of attention in my classroom. I believe that the traditional but typically neglected subjects of history and geography are essential to fully understanding ourselves and our world, and I taught both in considerable depth and detail. Indeed, I believe that t...More

I am enthusiastic, motivated and excited to practice until mastery. In addition to core level content I excel in alternative math activities to expand a students mind and help them to succeed with joy.