...While in school, I worked with children and young adults. It has been my pursuit to educate the youth, whether as a volunteer teacher or quite simply as a mentor. Since I finished school, my objective has been to acquire the skills necessary to help the youth and the community. (read more)
...I've helped students prepare for the SAT for over 15 years, including for some of the top firms in the US and abroad (including Kaplan). I focus on concept as well as strategy--both are equally important, and be careful of any tutor who tells you that all you need are "tips and tricks"! We'll a... (read more)
...My approach to language teaching has always been one of balancing form (grammar and vocabulary) with culture through all 4 modes of communication (speaking, listening, reading and writing). I use a variety of authentic resources including music, film, poetry, excerpts from novels as well as a va... (read more)
...I have also tutored students in how to write a winning college essay, how to improve their analysis of high school literature, and how to understand assignments and develop the right skills to improve their grades. I majored in religion at Trinity College, Hartford, with a senior thesis on Dietr... (read more)
...I have covered persuasive, research, narrative, and many more forms of writing. I have helped students from K-12, but more recently, I have helped high school seniors with their college essays. I have helped them brainstorm ideas, edit their content, correct their grammatical errors, etc. (read more)