...My focus lies within English/ESL instruction (which includes Reading Comprehension and Fluency) and Academic/Creative Writing: 1) English/ESL; I've taught English K-12 utilizing everything from state sponsored material to literary classic such as Crime and Punishment and Homer's The Iliad. This ... (read more)
...I have taught English in private and charter schools with all grades 6-12. I also taught AP English Language and Composition for three years to 10-12th graders. I have worked with many students on AP essays, college essays, and college application essays. (read more)
...I was formally trained as a tutor at ASU where I tutored for a year. I have tutored with Wyzant since 2010.I've been tutoring formally since being trained at ASU West about 15 years ago. I have successfully tutored several students to B's or A's in their classes; so successfully, in fact, that they have returned to me as needed for precalculus and calculus. (read more)
...Once I know where a student is academically, I can then build lessons that match the student's needs and learning style. I value the connections I make with my students because students are engaged when they are included, interested, and having fun. That's what I give to all of the students that I have inspired and helped grow and achieve goals successfully. (read more)
...I have a BA in Human Services, an MA in Special Education and a certificate in Positive Behavior Support. Both degrees and the certificate programs taught me things which are helpful in my everyday job and in tutoring. I believe I am an effective English tutor for several reasons. (read more)