As a recent graduate of Hampshire College and a non-traditional student, I strive to create an environment that students are comfortable in. I am well versed in writing and reading and run the Writing Help @ Night program at Hampshire College, a tutoring program available at the Writing Center during evening hours. Learning may not always be fun but it shouldn't be painful. (read more)
...I am a former private school administrator and current database geek. My life's experience has been helped by effective communications and patience. As a result, I have above average English and Math abilities mixed with extraordinary listening skills and empathy. (read more)
...In addition, during my college experience I was a Student Ambassador, who provided tours and information to potential families visiting the campus. As a current middle school English teacher and previously a high school English teacher with a certification to teach English grades 7-12, I have ta... (read more)
...I've also worked on budgeting, successfully finding scholarships, and more! I have worked with a number of students to prepare them for the HSPT and many other private school exams, including the SSAT and ISEE. Many of the tests have similar skills assessed, but each does have some notable differences. (read more)
...Orton-Gillingham based programs such as the Wilson Reading System utilize direct, systematic, phonics based instruction. I teach students directly and systematically how to fluently and accurately read and spell. Students learn phoneme segmentation and syllable segmentation. (read more)