Question 1

Can we join mid-month?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can start classes at anytime.

Question 2

What grades do you teach?

Accepted Answer

I teach 2nd-9th grade.

Question 3

Do you teach other subjects besides math?

Accepted Answer

No, I only offer math classes.

Question 4

Do you offer 1:1 tutoring?

Accepted Answer

No, I only offer small group classes with no more than 5 students per class.

Question 5

Do you accept charter funds?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I accept charter funds from CORE Butte, Lake View, and South Sutter.

Question 6

How many students are in a class?

Accepted Answer

Anywhere from 1-5 students can be in a class depending on how many students have erolled.

Question 7

Which charters do you work with?

Accepted Answer

I work with CORE Butte, Lake View, and South Sutter.

Question 8

Do you teach out of your home?

Accepted Answer

No, I have an office space in a professional building in Chico. I am located at 6 Governors Lane Suite D, off the Esplande.

Question 9

What can my child expect in a Math Mindset class?

Accepted Answer

Math Mindset classes are small-group learning environments where students in grades 2–9 work independently on the math concepts they need most. Throughout class, I meet one-on-one with each student to answer questions, teach concepts, provide guidance, and encourage confidence as they grow.

Question 10

Do students bring their own work or do you provide things for them to work on?

Accepted Answer

Both! Every student has different goals and needs. Some students bring schoolwork and use class time to get support with current assignments while addressing areas of need as they arise. Others work primarily with materials I provide to strengthen skills and fill foundational gaps. Many students benefit from a combination of both, using part of their class time for schoolwork and part for targeted practice designed specifically for them.

Question 11

What if my child is struggling with confidence in Math?

Accepted Answer

You're not alone—many students come to class feeling frustrated or unsure of their abilities. Math Mindset classes are designed to provide a supportive environment where students can ask questions, build skills at their own pace, and experience success. My goal is to help students develop the confidence to approach challenges with a positive mindset and discover that they are capable of learning and growing in math.

Question 12

What makes Teal's Discovery Nook: Mind Over Math classes different?

Accepted Answer

Discovery Nook classes go beyond practicing math skills. Students learn how to approach challenges with confidence, think critically, and develop effective problem-solving strategies in a supportive small-group setting. The goal is not only to strengthen mathematical understanding but also to help students build the confidence and resilience needed to tackle new challenges independently.

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