Deborah
Background Checked
Master's Degree
Phoenix AZ
English (Native)
Description
Deborah is a certified K-12 educator with a Missouri Permanent Education Certificate and a rich background in curriculum development and advanced business management. Holding an MBA from Oakland University, an MSLS from Wayne State University, and a B.A. from the University of Michigan, she brings a unique blend of academic depth and practical expertise to her tutoring. Throughout her career, Deborah has excelled in creating and deploying training programs, developing learning experiences, and mentoring professionals in complex fields like Data Governance and IT Business Management. She has even built training for an ivy league university and authored significant works in software engineering, demonstrating her ability to simplify complex concepts and facilitate understanding. Deborah’s approach to tutoring is rooted in her ability to quickly assess a student’s needs and adapt her methods to resonate with them. She is particularly adept at helping students who feel frustrated with subjects like math, using diverse examples and building strong rapport to foster trust and success. Her goal is to empower students with confidence and clarity, making challenging academic concepts accessible and achievable.
Education & Certifications
Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS), Wayne State University; Master of Business Administration (MBA), Oakland University; Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English, Journalism, and Business, University of Michigan (1982). Certifications include Missouri Permanent Education Certificate K-12 (Lifetime) and Certified Scrum Master (Agile).
Tutoring Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Algebra 2
College Algebra
SAT Algebra Prep
ACT Algebra Prep
Grades & Levels
Kindergarden
Middle School
Highschool
College
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