I was a math teacher for 33 years before retiring in 2011. I taught students in grades 7 through 12, working with them to help them become successful and reach their potential. During my teaching career I worked with at-risk and drop-out students who were struggling with their math courses and the state exams. I was very successful and helping them to become proficient and pass their exams for graduation. My approach is to ask the student questions that help me identify their weaknesses so t.