Through sharing my knowledge, I receive a great deal of satisfaction. Especially when a student finally understands a concept that is difficult to understand. I am interested in teaching high school students who have below to average learning abilities and have experienced a difficult time with math comprehension. My goal is to give all students a combination of knowledge, understanding and confidence to use math in a manner which will help them succeed. To accomplish my goal I would work with students before, during and after school.
Students display their knowledge and understanding in different ways.
The methods I use would vary with the needs of students. I believe some students need to be able to see and touch models before they can understand abstract concepts, while others need to be given a reason to learn math. My experiences in the military as an avionics technician will enable me to bring more real world examples into the learning environment. Computers can also aid in the understanding of abstract ideas by using graphics and I would encourage students who master a concept to help those who do not understand. I will use formal and informal assessment in the classroom.