Having my undergraduate degree in mathematics education has given me a unique perspective in what it means to be an effective teacher. I have had the opportunity to teach a wide range of courses, with students ranging in age from middle school to graduate students. Teaching at multiple academic institutions and two high schools allowed me to teach students of diverse cultural and educational back- grounds, trained me to cultivate a high level of comfort in the classroom, and facilitated my development and growth as an instructor. My success in the classroom comes from my teaching methods and philoso- phies, and my continuous self-assessment. I am committed to actively engaging students in highly-structured courses where my students learn valuable critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

My ultimate objective as a teacher is to make sure the students have a fundamental understanding of the material that is being taught, and to be able to apply it in further mathematics courses and beyond, across other disciplines. I emphasize and encourage logical and critical thinking skills that can be applied inside and outside of the classroom. I want my students to have a growth mindset, understanding they are beginning a journey in the course. If they do not understand initially, that is okay, and we will work together to facilitate continuous improvement. This creates an environment that optimizes student learning.