...While I can and have tutored a broad range of subjects, my areas of specialization are Math and English subjects such as Algebra, Calculus (I & II), Reading Comprehension, and Literature. I enjoy helping students solve problems by explaining the process and allowing them to think critically. I ... (read more)
...As an educational diagnostician I have helped parents, teachers, staff, and the student(s) acquire the strategies that would be beneficial to help students with ADHD/ADD focus and do well in school. In addition, students have been able to better focus with targeted instruction and strategies t... (read more)
...I believe in breaking their studying time in to smaller portions, which allows them to concentrate solely at the task at hand and to maximize their ability to learn. These techniques tend to facilitate the biggest improvements observed in my students. I have significant experience working with ... (read more)
...During this time is where I learned how to adapt my teaching style to match the needs of each student. I worked to help them learn how to problem solve so that they can get to the solutions themselves versus focusing on just helping them get the answer to the problem. Once I went to college, I ... (read more)
...Students also need to learn without distractions. Cell phones and instant messaging need to be turned off, though some students actually learn better with music in the background. The most important thing for the study skills mentor is to be there to lead, instruct, observe, and correct the student's methods of studying. (read more)