Florence "Cissy" Wilkerson
Austin,TX
Summary
Effective Math and Statistics Tutor with a proven track record at the University of Texas Athletics Department, as well as the GaTech Athletics Department. Marked improvement in student-athlete class performance through tailored tutoring approaches to individual needs. Skilled in applied mathematics, active listening and organized instruction, I successfully enhanced student engagement and comprehension. This fostered a student-athlete's confidence in understanding course material and succeeding in the class.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Math and Statistics Tutor
FTR Tutoring
2020.03 - 2026.05
- Developed lesson plans to assist student understanding of Calculus, Pre-Calculus and statistical concepts.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving students' problem-solving skills in these subjects
- Devised diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
Math Tutor
University of Texas Athletics Department
2010.08 - 2020.03
- Developed personalized math tutoring sessions to assist student-athletes in understanding concepts
- Facilitated group study sessions, overseeing collaborative learning
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted approaches to meet individual needs.
- Coordinated with advising staff to align tutoring strategies with academic goals of athletics program.
Tutor Coordinator
GaTech Athletics Department
2005.06 - 2009.12
- Developed and implemented tutoring programs to enhance student-athlete academic performance.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for tutoring sessions across various sports teams.
- Trained and mentored tutors to ensure effective teaching strategies and support for student-athletes, as well as compliance with university and NCAA rules.
- Evaluated tutor performance through feedback to improve the tutoring program
- Collaborated with academic advisors to align tutoring services with student-athlete needs and goals.
- Improved tutor retention rates by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and recognizing outstanding contributions.
Math Tutor
University of Texas Athletics Department
1998.09 - 2005.05
- Worked with student-athlete study hall environments to assist various sports with math courses.
- Coordinated with study hall advisors to ensure student athletes' learning needs are met.
- Tutored one-on-one and group sessions during required study hall hours to assist student athletes in understanding homework assignments and with test preparation.
- Worked as a member of a core team of tutors working in high demand subjects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TXBachelor of Arts - History
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TXSkills
- Organizational and planning skills
- Applied mathematics
- Active listening
- Verbal and written communication
- Learning techniques
- Special needs support
- Teaching and mentoring
- Critical thinking and problem solving
Timeline
Math and Statistics Tutor
FTR Tutoring
2020.03 - 2026.05
Math Tutor
University of Texas Athletics Department
2010.08 - 2020.03
Tutor Coordinator
GaTech Athletics Department
2005.06 - 2009.12
Math Tutor
University of Texas Athletics Department
1998.09 - 2005.05
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Texas At Austin
Bachelor of Arts - History
The University of Texas At Austin