Hello! My name is Kelsey and I was born and raised in Connecticut. I attended The University of Connecticut and graduated with a Bachelors of Science in General Science and a a Masters in Curriculum a... nd Instruction. I have been a full time science teacher for the past 13 years for middle school and high school, in which time I have taught a variety of subjects, which include Integrated Science, Biology, Forensics, Geology, and Earth Science. I love to go on road trips, hike, bike, fish, swim, go boating, practice my photography, and talk to lots of new people. I especially love learning about how the history of a region is impacted by it's environment and geology. It is always an exciting moment when I look at the world around me and realize how long ago the rocks were created, how old the trees are based on the industry that used to be there and really "see" the landscape for what is and used to be. I especially enjoy tutoring because it allows me to focus in on one student and meet their individual needs. It is exciting to see that spark that students get in their eyes when they finally "get it!" Tutoring allows me to tailor my lessons and activities to the student so they can learn at their fullest potential. It is especially rewarding to have students come back to see me and talk with enthusiasm about a topic or experience in connection to our science lessons, chats, or activities. I am very passionate about students becoming life long learners. They may not love every science topic, but it is important to me that they see the science connection in their every day lives no matter how big or small it may be. I want students to feel that they can accomplish anything they put their minds to and teach them strategies to be successful.read more