...I quickly realized just how passionate I was about teaching English and decided to continue training online for a TEFL certification. At Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville, I teach Listening and Speaking, Reading and Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar. I love teaching all things English, especially English as a Second Language. (read more)
...I have a Doctorate in English (PhD), a Masters from the University of Iowa and a BA in English and History from William Jewel College and the University of Oxford (UK). In the Spring of 2020 I was given St. Louis University's Fournier Award for Outstanding Teaching and I also completed a Certifi... (read more)
...My background is vast and holistic. I scored in the 90th+ percentile on the MCAT, with 99th-percentile scores in the Biology and CARS sections of the exam. My ACT score was in the 90th+ percentile, and I scored a perfect 5 out of 5 on both the AP Physics Mechanics exam and the AP Music Theory exams. (read more)
...I teach skills in time management, breaking down learning into manageable chunks, physically setting up an environment that is best for each student, and much more. I also have experience working with students in the LGBTQ+ community. The importance of acceptance cannot be overstated; people cannot learn effectively if they’re not welcomed and supported for who they are. (read more)
...I am currently tutoring a 3rd grade student with deficits in spelling and writing. These skills have improved according to his mother and his classroom teacher. I pride myself on being able to relate to the students I tutor and expect and receive positive student growth. (read more)