Autumn Princ studies secondary mathematics education at Wichita State University’s College of Applied Studies. She’s also a part of the Tutor (316) program, where she tutors local students in math so that she can start her teaching career early.
Princ’s degree might be in mathematics for middle and high schoolers, but she loves tutoring elementary students.
“I would not have experienced working with grade-schoolers through my education,” Princ says. “Overall, working with the STEALTH program and getting to lead students in STEM activities have been my favorite experiences.”
STEALTH is an after-school program in the Wichita Public School District for grade-schoolers. It stands for science, technology, engineering, art, leadership, tutoring and health. She currently tutors at Samuel E. Spaght Science and Communications Magnet and works primarily with 3rd and 4th-grade math students and the STEALTH after-school program.
Last semester Princ worked at Wichita Alternative High, housed at the Chester Lewis Academic Learning Center. She worked with Algebra I, II, and III students and Geometry, Intermediate Algebra, and Math Application students.
“This internship solidified my choice to work in education. Additionally, this internship opportunity has exposed me to the idea of eventually working in different realms of education,” Princ says. “I am much more confident in my ability to work with students of various ages and backgrounds.”
Princ says her internship with Tutor (316) has greatly influenced her confidence in her curriculum at WSU and her ability to work with a variety of learners.
Tutor (316) provides Wichita State students part-time employment opportunities to work with local schools in classrooms and after-school programs.
The Shocker Career Accelerator helps prepare students for their future careers by connecting them with employers and providing career development services. Contact the Shocker Career Accelerator at (316) 978-3688, or stop by and see us in the John Bardo Center.