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Astronomy with Michael H.

4.6
(3)
Teaches online
Teaches Elementary, Middle School, High School, College
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2008
Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with an emphasis in Mathematics and a Minor in Space Science

    About Michael H.

    4.6
    (3)
    I am a Licensed Teacher and I love Math and Science and enjoy being a Tutor. I have special interest and passion for teaching and I have over two years of combined teaching experience in K-12 and university level classes. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with an emphasis in Mathematics and a Minor in Space Science and extensive experience in the field of physics through the McNair Scholars Program, NASA Reduced Gravity Student Flight Opportunities RGSFO Program and the Stairstep Program. Additionally I worked as a student assistant and taught space science labs and have experience as a K-12 substitute teacher and currently have a long term substitute teaching position with Clark County School District where I perform the duties of a licensed teacher.

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    4.6
    3 Reviews
    Tasha
    Teacher's studio
    Amazing tutor. My son has ADHD and has difficulty focusing. Mr. H (as my son calls him) is calm, patient & understanding with him. My son's grades are already improving!
    Posted Nov 27, 2015
    sarah tippett
    Online
    Michael is a first tutor. He makes sure that he is explaining the concepts enough for you tonjnderstand. He is also making share that the lessons are catered towards me and what I need to learn in order to do well in my course. I will continue with him until my final.
    Posted Nov 20, 2015
    Vonzell
    Teacher's studio
    After only two (2) tutoring sessions with Michael my daughter has shown significant progress in her Algebra 2 class. She, and I are extremely happy we chose him! They shall continue to work together to increase her grade.
    Posted Nov 6, 2015

    Experience

    Teacher K-12

    Nov, 2014 - Present

    Clark County School District

    I provide an effective learning environment by: Motivating students with enthusiastic and imaginative presentations. Prepare and present lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class. Facilitate learning by establishing a relationship with pupils and maintaining discipline. Develop and foster the appropriate skills and social abilities to enable the optimum development of children, according to age, ability and aptitude. Assess and record progress and prepare pupils for examinations. Meet the requirements for the assessment and recording of pupil’s development.

    Student Assistant

    Feb, 2008 - Sep, 2009

    Lamar University

    I taught University level Space Science Labs. This included providing a university level lecture on Space Science and conducting the Space Science lab experiments and demonstrations for the students. Additionally, I helped to design lessons and graded students lab assignments. I also tutored students in Space Science, Mathematics and Physics.

    Education

    Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with an emphasis in Mathematics and a Minor in Space Science

    Jun, 2004 - May, 2011

    Lamar University

    Certifications

    Teaching Licence

    Nov, 2015

    State of Nevada

    Licence to teach in the state of Nevada.

    Awards

    McNair Scholar of the year

    Apr, 2006

    McNair Scholars Program

    Finalist Award

    Oct, 2008

    David J. Beck Fellowship

    Affiliations

    Phi Kappa Phi

    May, 2009

    Phi Kappa Phi's mission is "To recognize and promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and to engage the community of scholars in service to others."

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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