Award-Winning Tutors from University of New Mexico-Main Campus

I am a goals focused instructor, that works to connect the learning content to the students life and interests. I teach writing by modeling form and giving examples and practice. I utilize scaffolding to build upon prior knowledge and help students move to the next task. And I give added practice examples for areas where students are struggling i.e using evidence, analysis, organizationI have a masters in Teaching English as a Second Language (especially adult ESL), and also coursework and teaching experience in Secondary Education (grades 6-12). My endorsements are in English Language Arts and ESL. My bachelors degree was in Creative Writing. I love to teach writing, including essay and academic writing. I speak Spanish and Arabic at intermediate levels. I can read and write in these languages. I also taught GED test prep for 4 years in all content areas including math, science and social studies.

I enjoy mathematics and of my goals is to enhance my student's knowledge of mathematics while helping them to see the beauty behind it and how we utilize it every day.

I hold a bachelor's in applied mathematics with a minor in astrophysics and am currently attending NYU for a master's in cybersecurity. I am interested in helping students realize their succeeding potential in subjects that may otherwise seem daunting.

Teaching others is one of my greatest passions. I find that sharing knowledge with others and helping them to become passionate about learning is one of the most rewarding activities I can engage in. I believe knowledge is among the highest virtues of mankind, and even higher is our ability to assist one another in such endeavors.

Ater recently graduating with a B.S. in Astrophysics and minor in Mathematics, it seems fair to say that I've spent quite a lot of time learning. However, just like you, my journey of learning, is far from complete. Currently, I am continuing to build my knowledge through my pursuit of a master's degree in Medical Physics. Additionally, I work as a researcher in Human MRI studies in which I help to solve problems using computer science applications. With a genuine interest in these areas, I truly enjoy my role as a tutor and I'm dedicated to being versatile in order to effectively help in building a better understanding and positive learning experience for students.My passions for physics, mathematics and, of course, space have been the driving force in my academic and professional careers, but with tough subjects like these, I understand that the process of learning this material can be very challenging. Through my own experience, I have seen just how much goes into learning, like the amounts of time, dedication and practice, as well as the factors that can foster success such as having a good teacher. Additionally, through tutoring peers, I know that everyone learns differently and at varying paces.With this being said, sometimes, not only the subject matter, but all of the other many factors that affect your learning can seem overwhelming. However, I hope you can now breathe a sigh of relief because we are in this together! With any bumps you may experience on the road to your eventual mastery, I will be committed to assisting you through those times in ways that consider your unique needs and goals.I would be honored to accompany and support you through your intellectual pursuits and now that you know a little bit about me, I can't wait to learn more about you.

Education, for me, is about finding your passion and helping others do the same. Education isn't just the books you read in school or the math problems you practice at home. It is about finding yourself and the passion that ignites you to move forward. It can come from the challenges we face, or it can come from the accomplishments we achieve, the goal we helped our teammates score in soccer. Educating students is more than placing them in a school, it's about igniting their passions and that is what I aim to do as an educator. As a student, I fell in love with language and it quickly became my passion. To me, language is the key to understanding the world, but more than that, it has allowed me to understand the diversity of people and thought. Language is an amazing and unique tool that has allowed all of us to communicate in some way or another, and it was this passion for language that drove my education. I began by double majoring in anthropology and French at the University of New Mexico, and three short years later, I followed with an MA in anthropology and education at Teachers College, Columbia University, where I completed my research in my home away from home-France. As a tutor, I like to help students find the knowledge and passion from within by understanding who they are and what they need in order to be successful. By allowing students to find a bit of themselves in their learning, they are able to strengthen their personal skills and become more connected to what they are learning. School is not all I do though. In my spare time, I love to travel and explore the world, taking a trip whenever and wherever I can, learning to cook new recipes wherever I go. I also love to do yoga, rock climbing, hiking and be anywhere outdoors. The sunshine is my happy place because it can be found even on the seemingly darkest of days!

I have a strong passion for science and want to help inspire more future scientists. I have had experience tutoring since high school where I have taught middle schoolers, high schoolers, and college students. After I finished my high school classes in the morning I would take college courses at UNM in the afternoon. Doing this allowed me to graduate with a high school diploma, an Associate degree of General Science, and an Associate degree of Liberal Arts. I am still attending the University of New Mexico to get a Bachelor of Science in Physics. My hopes are that I can get into a good graduate program for Physics or Astrophysics so that I can become a professor. I tutor Physics, Chemistry, Geometry, Algebra, and Calculus. My favorite subjects to tutor are Physics, and Geometry. Physics and geometry are my favorite subjects to tutor since I am very passionate about physics and believe it can be taught at every level of education. Why geometry is a favorite might have seemed weird at first, but Einstein himself believed geometry is a branch of physics not math. This is why physics is for all ages. I focus on improving the students understanding of the subject. Then I focus on teaching them what critical, creative, and/or logical thinking they need to apply to the subject. For example I will start by ensuring the student has a vivid understanding of how gravity and acceleration are related before teaching them how a pendulum works or how to solve for the path of a rocket. I believe that by knowing how to critically think for a subject allows you to apply what you have learned for life, this also makes studying for finals much easier in the future. Outside of school I enjoy listening to music, working with computers in general and learning other languages. I enjoy improving who I am by meditating, reading, and exercising every day.

I am a graduate student at the University of Texas at Austin pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering. I graduated magna cum laude with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of New Mexico with a concentration in materials processing and minors in Physics and Mathematics. I started my tutoring career as a supplemental instruction leader at the Santa Fe Community College where I taught students in a Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry course how to study effectively and develop test-taking strategies. Once that appointment ended I was hired as a tutor in subjects ranging from basic math to ordinary differential equations. I also tutored in the following subjects: chemistry, physics, engineering (including AutoCAD), and computer programing. I have put to use my academic knowledge in several internship opportunities allowing me to apply the things I have learned in a real-world setting. I worked at the Los Alamos National Laboratory for 2.5 years studying water purification while pursuing my B.S. I was an Air Force Research Lab Fellow at Kirkland Air Force Base where I studied solid Oxide Fuel Cells for space vehicles. I was also funded by NSF to study bio-compatible smart materials in the Biomedical Engineering department at the University of New Mexico. All of these experiences have helped me hone the skills I learned in the classroom and have given me a wider perspective on science, math, and engineering. I am a published author in three different scientific journals. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion with students because I believe it is important to understand how the things they are learning are important in the real world.

Sofia hails from the tropical island of Puerto Rico and has lived in New Mexico for close to 15 years. During her Bachelor's in Psychology, Sofia worked closely with the research team during her internship in the Cognitive Rhythms and Computations Lab at the University of New Mexico, giving her an inside view into study design, learning patterns, and neural networkings. She focused greatly on cognitive neuropsychology for her undergraduate thesis, however, she loves all facets of psychology and loves to connect the topics to the world around her. She is now studying at the University of New Mexico within their Clinical Mental Health Counseling program and hopes to become a therapist to aid the New Mexico area. Sofia has worked for the University of New Mexico's Athletics department as a tutor and had the privilege of working with students from a variety of backgrounds with an array of learning styles and who are all at different places in their learning journey, she also received specialized training on how to work with students who may have learning disabilities. Sofia is also fully bilingual in Spanish and English, speaking exclusively Spanish in her home. Sofia uses her background in psychology to aid students in organizing their work in order to best meet their goals and finding learning styles that work for them. Sofia loves to incorporate games and real life examples in her sessions and will be more than happy to take the time to understand how you learn and adjust so she can help you succeed.

I have been teaching students of all ages in Albuquerque for many years with experience tutoring in small group and 1:1 settings. Math tutoring is a passion of mine because I love helping students in a topic that so many of them find problematic.My tutoring style is that of a coach; I work with students to become better learners. It is a thrilling experience to witness students overcome obstacles and take on challenges that previously intimidated them.I enjoy taking on challenges myself and have competed in endurance events for over 10 years including the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon and multiple GORUCK challenges. I recently became a high altitude balloonist and have conducted several experiments in the stratosphere including the first test of a UK developed GPS transmitter. I also recently started learning the violin.

Having worked in a career where risks to personnel, the environment, and the public are at the forefront of expectations and performance, I know firsthand how important knowledge and experience are for success in life and the workplace. I would like to pass along some of my experience and knowledge to the next generation.

As a teacher, my journey began in engineering, but a personal illness redirected my path towards understanding human rights. This transformative experience propelled me to pursue a bachelor's degree in political science, deepening my knowledge of social justice and equity. Combining my technical expertise with a profound understanding of human rights, I am passionate about empowering students to critically analyze scientific advancements within the broader context of ethical responsibilities and societal impact. Together, we can foster a generation of conscientious scientists and global citizens.

I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, minoring in Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts, from the University of New Mexico in Spring 2022. I am beginning a Biomedical Sciences PhD this fall at NYU Vilcek Institute. I have spent my entire academic career helping students, from tutoring elementary schoolers, to TA-ing in high school, to helping run study groups with my peers throughout my undergraduate days. I also ran a mentorship program within the UNM Honors College. I am most passionate about teaching Biology and Chemistry, though I also enjoy working with students on writing papers across all disciplines, including English and History. When not studying or working in a research lab, I enjoy meeting new people, exploring the cities I've lived in, and writing novels. I look forward to working with you. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you, Ryla.

I am a current college student at the University of New Mexico majoring in Statistics and Economics. Upon graduation I am planning on going to grad school and moving on to become an actuary.I am most passionate about teaching all levels of high school math from Algebra to AP Calculus and Statistics as it is where I excelled and was able to enjoy learning. I am hopeful I can bring that enjoyment in learning in various ways to help provide you with an enjoyable tutoring experience.When not studying and learning, I am an extrovert and love to volunteer in order to meet new people and serve the community all at the same time. I also enjoy watching football and baseball or playing tennis.I look forward to working with you and if you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me.Thanks, Matthew

I graduated from the University of New Mexico in 2015. I received my Master of Arts in Spanish Literature. Since I graduated, I am a teacher and I give private lessons to people who want to learn Spanish. With this experience I have a firm belief that teaching needs a change and I am working on it. In my spare time, I enjoy watching movies, hiking in the mountains, and playing board games.

Hello, my name is Justin Quintana. I am a graduate from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelors Degree in psychology and chemistry and finished with summa cum laude honors. I am an aspiring physician and I also enjoy helping other people learn.

I have been tutoring and teaching for over 10 years. I started tutoring my college and graduate school colleagues. I have a Bachelors degree in Languages from the University of New Mexico and a Masters degree in Linguistics/TESL from Indiana State University. I also have a TESL Certificate from the Trinity Institute that I received in Pontevedra, Spain. I have had the wonderful opportunity to work as an ESL professor in South Korea. I worked at Information and Communications University (which was incorporated in to KAIST) and the Gongju National University of Education. After three years in South Korea, I moved to Virginia and worked for Virginia International University.I love working with foreign exchange students and introducing them to American culture. I have worked with students from South Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Mongolia, Bangladesh, Colombia, Brazil, and Jordan among others.I have taught classes and tutored students in the following areas: grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and Listening. I have also worked with students who are preparing for the TOEFL exam, especially TOEFL writing.I believe in working with students who have a goal in mind and who want to make improvements in their language proficiency. I also believe making progress in learning English takes practice and patience. I try to making the learning process as fun as possible by including different activities and games to activate the varieties of learning styles of each individual student.I look forward to working with the students at Varsity Tutors.

As a child, I was fortunate to live in Spain for two years and travel in various parts of Europe. As an adult, I have spent time in the South Pacific. Always with me, whether on the road or in the air, I carried a book. I hope to instill such a love for reading, for information or pleasure in all my students. I am passionate about this and so decided to get my Master's in Education with a Reading Endorsement. After working in public schools for nine years, I went back to school and obtained a TESOL endorsement. I have tutored people aged 5 to 75 and am driven by seeing this love for reading grow in many of my students over the years. With all of the coursework I've completed in the areas of language development and usage, I am highly qualified in the area of Language Arts as well, and have taught high school and college aged students in literature and English composition. Any teacher will tell you that working one on one with students is the most enjoyable. That is why I choose, at this point, to work with individuals and small groups of all ages. The great satisfaction I receive from this work drives me, and I will, I hope, continue to do this for many years to come.

History, Economics, Government, and Human Anatomy & Physiology are my primary specialties, and I love working with students and getting them to their fullest potential, and increasing their learning capabilities along the way! I reside in Portland, Oregon, and I am a personal trainer.

I'm a friendly post-academic who's looking to help other students during their wonderful path to success!

To help students gain a deeper insight and understanding into their particular subject matter by asking conceptual questions and practicing the material thoroughly.

I am a graduate of The University of New Mexico. I received my Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics with an Applied Mathematics concentration. After graduating, I pursued my teaching license for K-12 Special Education and Secondary Education highly qualified in Mathematics and Science. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate talking about Math. In my experience working with struggling learners and students who learn differently, I have firmly believed that anyone is capable of learning at a high level and I have been successful teaching by always providing a combination of helpful tools and guiding questions.

Undergraduate student at the University of New Mexico studying mechanical engineering. I am dedicated to serving my community and providing knowledge to assist others at excelling academically. Tutoring has been a great way to share my passion for learning with other students. Since the beginning of high school I have done exceptionally well in and out of the classroom. Because of this I have been guiding my peers down a successful path as well. I pride myself on my attention to detail and will ensure those I instruct obtain the same trait.

I am most recently a graduate of New York University having received an MA in Applied Quantitative research. Previous to my graduate studies, I received a BA in Theatre and a BA in Sociology from the University of New Mexico. In the Fall of 2015 I will become a PhD candidate at the CUNY Graduate Center in Sociology. Other than tutoring, I also work as an instructor of English Language Arts as part of a weekend, after-school, and Summer program for 1st generation children in New York City. I tutor in a wide variety of subjects from Writing to Math to Social Studies. I am passionate about education because I believe it is the foundation for building a just society, and I enjoy teaching and learning from people of all ages from elementary to college-age. I especially enjoy preparing students for standardized testing, working to make a mandatory and unpleasant experience into something that can bring them pride and enjoyment. When not teaching and studying, my hobbies include working in Theatre doing everything from acting to set building to grant-writing.

After completing a self-designed major in Latin America: Language, Literature and Culture from Antioch College, I obtained Master's degrees in Latin American Studies and Community and Regional Planning from the University of New Mexico. Over the years, I have worked as an elementary ESL teacher, an urban planner, and in my current position as an educational researcher. Furthermore, for the last four years, I have taught test prep instruction for the GRE and GMAT exams at the University of New Mexico, and have taken on private tutees in these subjects as well. I find this work to be immensely gratifying. I love to watch students grow in their knowledge and gain the confidence to reach their educational and career goals. I meet students "where they are," whether they just need to brush up on a few rusty skills, or must tackle major concepts that they never quite grasped in the first place. I find that many students deal with test anxiety or have mental blocks about certain topics (hello Math!), and I enjoy working with them to overcome those challenges as needed. (It doesn't hurt that I'm also a certified childbirth doula; it may sound strange, but some of those same breathing, relaxation, and visualization techniques can be surprisingly effective when it comes to taking standardized tests). Former students describe me as patient, compassionate, and skilled at making tough concepts easy to grasp. I love to watch them succeed in their educational journeys, and I look forward to helping you along your path, too!

Hello! My name is Ben and I am primarily a math and test prep tutor. I am currently a PhD candidate at the University of New Mexico in economics, and have two bachelors degrees, one in Jazz Composition from Berklee College of Music, and another in Mathematics from the University of Massachusetts Boston. I have been tutoring for almost 10 years from middle school all the way up to the graduate level. I have tutored privately and institutionally at Bosque School, Mathnasium, Math + Academy, UMASS Boston and UNM. Tutoring is a passion, and I look forward to meeting you and guiding you on your math journey!

I enjoy school and learning new things. I spent 6 years tutoring peers throughout my educational career. Currently, I am enrolled at the University of New Mexico for my second year. My major is biology, so I specialize in health and sciences. Other subjects I am well versed include English, Spanish, Math, Chemistry, Psychology and Physics. I have taken SAT and ACT tests and I also have experience in AP testing as well. I love helping others learn about the world around them, because I believe knowledge is the key to success. I also believe that everyone is capable of learning, but the largest factor is the teacher's ability to use visual, verbal, and logical learning styles to clear any confusion.I have completed math courses from pre-algebra, algebra 1 & 2, geometry, pre-calculus, trigonometry, and calculus 1 & 2. Additionally, I have completed courses in physics, biology, chemistry and english.I am available for tutoring sessions in the evenings at Zimmerman library, online or in home! I make sure my students know every aspect of the subject they are learning. A curriculum can be created upon request.

I studied math and economics in college and have always had a passion for explaining math. I've worked with students of all ages and there is nothing more satisfying than seeing a student understand difficult concepts.

I have been a college-level Philosophy professor and Classics scholar for the past 15 years. I am a natural teacher and a forever-student. I have a B.A., an M.A., and a Ph.D. I love learning, and I love how positively the life of the mind impacts one’s existence in this world. I enjoy sharing this with others, and my ability to assist a wide-variety of types of learners is confirmed by the hundreds of students who have attested to my ability over the years and in different settings and institutions. My extensive education has given me an immense appreciation for all things philosophical and for the many great civilizations of human history, as well as an in-depth understanding of the relationship between human beings and the earth. In addition to intellectual pursuits, I also teach and perform tribal belly dance, am an artist, a lover of music, and a lover of nature. For more information about me, please have a look at my attached resume. I would welcome the opportunity to assist you in achieving your best academically.

I have a Master's Degree in Language, Literacy, and Sociocultural Studies and a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with an endorsement in Teaching English as a Second Language. I am a licensed and certified teacher for grades kindergarten through 8th. I have been a teacher for the past 11 years and have tutored students for 5 years in the areas of reading and math. It is a joy to help students gain the knowledge and self-confidence to succeed academically as well as in all areas of their lives! I am currently enrolled and taking university courses to earn a Master's Certificate as an Educational Diagnostician.

I am a graduate of the Robert O. Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico. I hold a Bachelor of Business Administration with Distinction, and a Concentration in Business Computer Systems I also hold a Masters of Business Administration from the same institution with an emphasis in International Management. My first teaching assignment was teaching for the University of Maryland as part of the Military community throughout Europe and Bahrain. I enjoy travel and the mix of cultures in these classes was not only enriching for me and the students but were a learning experience for me. Students were not only active duty personnel but also dependents and local folks associated with the Base. I also taught at the University of Maryland in Japan. I have also taught for the University of Phoenix; both Undergraduate and Graduate levels. My Father was a teacher and he instilled in me the excitement and joy of helping folks learn and succeed in life. I currently work at an Engineering School in Socorro, New Mexico as the manager of Distance Education Technology. I have worked with technology for most of my career when I was not teaching. I strongly believe in the idea that the most important concept a student learns or expands in any class is the skill of critical thinking. This gives students the skills to do well in any endeavor, which is the real goal of Education An improved Quality of Life. I also strongly believe that my politics do not serve any purpose in the classroom. When I was not teaching I worked in many jobs, mostly in the area of Information Management in business. I love basketball and exercising. I no longer run, but still, work out (maybe to excess) on a stationary bike. My focus is on the student learning the skills that will serve them well for the remainder of their lives.

I am a full time practicing chiropractor with my doctorate in chiropractic, master's in human strength and performance I have received my bachelors in physical anthropology and Biology and Anatomy. I have been tutoring officially for about 4 years.I currently tutor in subjects pertaining to anatomy and physiology, biology, NASM test prep, and exercise science related subjects.I believe in a positive based tutoring system that deals with active recall and spaced repetition to truly help the student remember and retain information rather than just memorizing it for a short amount of time. Helping guide students through questions and problems so they can learn how to approach and break down the questions is something I focus on with a-lot of my students as well as finding fun tricks to remember terms. Learning should be fun most of the time.I have worked as a personal trainer, yoga teacher, and physical therapy tech, and absolutely love helping others become better versions of themselves, which is why I enjoy tutoring so much!

As an educator my passion is to help students overcome their fear, struggle, and difficulty with mathematics. I see the struggle and I dealt with it myself as a student. My passion is building confidence in students while helping them to make sense of the mathematics.

I am a graduate of the University of New Mexico, receiving my Master of Science in mathematics. I tutored as an undergraduate student, taught as a graduate student, and am now proud to be teaching as a faculty member at the local colleges and university. I firmly believe in teaching and tutoring by example, having the students play an active role in examples strengthens understanding and solidifies content knowledge. Outside of teaching an tutoring, I enjoy board games, sports, and being outside.

I love working with children. This passion began when my siblings and I would "play school" with our green Disney chalkboard. We would take turns being the "teacher", and I delighted in the feel of chalk in my hands. Upon graduating from New Mexico State University with a degree in elementary education, I became a fifth grade teacher with Las Cruces Public Schools. Again, I enjoyed the powdery feel of chalk in my hands, but this time, I wasn't playing. I took my responsibilities very seriously and with great joy. As life took me to other school districts and different grade levels, time replaced chalk with dry erase markers and district-developed instructional goals with common core standards. However, my love of working with elementary-age children has never been superseded. In reflecting on those years, I bring these research-based practices to the tutoring platform: --Parents are a child's first and most important teacher; communication with parents is vital to a successful elementary tutoring plan, --Working towards mastery in mathematics leads towards a student's confidence and independence in mathematics, --Incorporating a child's interests into the curriculum is more likely to help students develop proficiency than one that does not, --Instruction in handwriting should remain in the curriculum due to its association with fine/gross motor development, gains in reading and writing, and memory benefits, --Developmental ages and stages must be taken into account when planning and carrying out a tutoring session. For example, an off-task student may need a "wiggle break" or review of how to carry out an assignment before they can return to task, --Shaming is never an acceptable form of discipline. Teacher preparedness and pacing of instructional delivery have a huge impact on student behavior, --Horse, then cart: Establishing a student's base of information must precede hands-on mathematics and science for maximum retention of concepts, and --Training in HOW to test is likely to result in a reduction of test anxiety and higher test scores.

My fascination with human behavior, motivations behind human actions, and governmental actions has existed for most of my life, to determine of cause of this I would accredit it to the War on Drugs and my volunteer work with the general public. I am truly astonished by the level marginalization that many people in our country experience on a daily basis. It has been an emotive and enriching experience to study and engage with individuals outside of typical social norms. There have been a number of factors I have identified that lead to the realm of addiction; individual experience such as a breakdown in relationships, immigration, decline of mental or physical health, employment and more often a combination of all of the above: but also group experience which includes the feeling of acceptance, belonging, and a fear of being alone or rejectedwhich ends up happening due to the way in which we present addiction to the general public. I was adamant from then on to continue to try to make a difference in this world, to raiseawareness of, and support those who are marginalized, discriminated against, stigmatized and misunderstood. My Anthropology degree has developed my understanding of people culturally through ethnographic research and natural observation. Alongside my History degree, which allows me to understand the evolution of addiction and marginalizationas well as to fully grasp why it is that governments aim to systematically marginalize specific people.As a tutor, aide, and friend it is my mission to help individuals gain their own understandings of material and relate it to everyday life. By doing this I aim to help people think more critically of information being presented and therefore allow them to master material without even realizing that is what they are doing. Therefore, I am helping individuals not only learn material for the 'right now' but also gain the ability to apply that material in 'real-life' for the 'later'.

I am a second year student at the University of New Mexico, working towards bachelor's degrees in Biology and Chemistry. My passion lies in the biological sciences, with an emphasis in ecology, evolution, and organismal biology. From cell structure and function to broader ecology, I simply find Biology enthralling and naturally is my favorite subject to tutor. However, I have a broad spectrum of topics that I enjoy ranging from German to Physics, all of which I would be happy to tutor. Education is an essential part of life, whether it be a trade or academic, but at times can be difficult and stressful. No matter if you are having a rough semester, or simply didn't do as well as you hoped on an exam, I believe that all students can achieve their academic goals if given a helping hand. Through helping foster a better understanding of course material, I hope to give my students the confidence they need to brush themselves off and know that academic success is still possible, even if it looks a bit different than it did before. A love for learning has led me to where I am today and is a quality I hope to impart to all my students.

There is no doubt that knowledge and expertise are the basis of every successful country which only can be guaranteed by emphasizing on high-quality teaching for next generations. I remember since the young age, I have been enjoying and feeling honored to share any new knowledge with other students which are the motivations of my teaching desire at the present time. 14 years of experience in teaching from being a private tutor, lab instructor to instructor of record in different universities not only helped me to increase my expertise and experience in teaching but also guided me to pursue my long term job in teaching. My research experience has helped me a lot to gain more knowledge that can be useful in teaching and design new applied courses.In my philosophy, a responsible teacher is a person who cares about all students progress in the class which it means some factors are indispensable. Well organized and structured materials can be considered as the first necessary item. Regardless of the topic and the level, of course, the method of introducing new materials to students is very important. Having a trend and connection during teaching is really significant. A well-prepared speech should contain not only theories but also examples to motivate students about the course.The second parameter is class interaction which is the key to learning for class based teaching. How can we increase the class interaction of students in the class, especially for undergraduate courses? This is the question I have been asking myself a lot since many years ago. I reached to a method that can enhance the class interaction and involve them more in the class, and more importantly decrease their stress and encourage them more for learning. Taking a random quiz (extra credit exam) in the class of the material being taught in the same session is the method, worked very well for me. I used this method not only for mathematics courses but also as a lab instructor and the courses I taught as an instructor of record. It encourages students to take a look on the board and always listen to the materials to get an extra credit for their final score.The third factor is communication. Although class interaction and well-organized materials can be helpful for a better communication to transfer the knowledge and materials to students, a teacher needs to have effective communication skills to make more comfortable atmosphere for students to ask their questions without any hesitation even outside of the class which requires having proper office hours and also being generous in making time for students who are behind from the class.As I have been encouraged by my professors, who have taught me various useful skills in teaching, I do believe my great passion for teaching, several years of experience in teaching and industry; brilliant and high ranked academic background and good communication skills make me a successful lecturer.

Hello, 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 am a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience. I studied at the University of New Mexico and have earned my Ph.D. in Language, Literacy, and Socio-cultural Studies. I tutor all subject areas for elementary students. I also have years of experience helping all learners with acquiring English skills. I support listening, speaking, reading, and writing. I am bilingual in Spanish and can promote Spanish learning as well. I have a passion for helping people meet their personal and professional goals!