David Acosta
El Paso,TX
Summary
Experienced and seasoned Tutor with over 20 years of teaching experience. Possess a love for learning, and like to work with students both young and adult. Willing to work with parents to involve them in their child's learning. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to teach one on one, and classroom sized groups. I want to foster positive attitudes toward learning and overcoming subjects by individual student's skills and development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Tutor
EPCC/RISE Program
El Paso , TX
2000.05 - 2021.08
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge.
- Explained concepts in General Biology, Microbiology, and Chemistry.
- Helped students with posters and presentations, for national science meetings.
- Met with instructors to emphasize areas of importance in textbook chapters.
- Presented Lessons by PowerPoint.
Academic Tutor
EPCC/Center For Students With Disabilities(CSD)
El Paso , TX
1997.08 - 1998.08
- Tested students to learn what type of learner they were. (Visual, Auditory, Tactile).
- Taught math to students of varying disabilities.
- Kept logbooks of tutoring sessions.
- Took notes for students of varying disabilities.
- Subjects included Algebra, Pre-Algebra, and Statistics.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12.2005
Associate of Arts - Psychology
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX08.1999
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Adapting to student's Learning Style
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Inspiring Love of Learning
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Encouraging and Motivating Students
Timeline
Academic Tutor
EPCC/RISE Program
2000.05 - 2021.08
Academic Tutor
EPCC/Center For Students With Disabilities(CSD)
1997.08 - 1998.08
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
The University of Texas At El Paso
Associate of Arts - Psychology
El Paso Community College
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