...I am always happy to collaborate with individuals, parents, or teachers. My approach is person centered and strengths based. I believe everyone has their own unique strengths which can be fostered and utilized to improve their functioning in numerous areas including motivation, study habits, self-esteem, and daily life. (read more)
...I have worked helping students aged 5 to 18 with phonics and reading. I was trained in ABC Darian when I worked at Learning Styles Tutoring agency in East Longmeadow, MA for three years. I have used this method to assist many students in recognizing phonemes and in being able to sound out new words. (read more)
...I am a college professor and my favorite part of the job is working 1 to 1 with my students! Before I started teaching, I was a swimming coach for several years. This is relevant because I bring my positive coaching spirit into our sessions. (read more)
...Additionally, I have substitute taught in middle school algebra 1 courses. I have taken math courses through calculus two, and I have experience tutoring middle school and early high school math. I have substituted in math courses as well. (read more)
...Some lack basic grammar skills especially those for whom English is not their first language. Many struggle with finding clear ways to express themselves whether in narrative form or in a critical response to a reading assignment. I pride myself in being patient with the people I'm tutoring-hel... (read more)