...Because I understand the challenges of public speaking, I tailor each lesson to specifically meet the needs of the student. Sessions will cover topics such as posture and vocal delivery, as well as tips to keep nerves manageable. Students will walk away from tutoring sessions feeling empowered ... (read more)
...I notice everything. I am detail oriented, and enjoy helping my students improve their written essays, documents, and reports by showing them where to add in the missing punctuation and making sure that everything is not only spelled correctly, but that proper grammar and syntax are being used. I am punctilious to the point of being a perfectionist! (read more)
...I am patient and kind, yet able to motivate students to work hard and achieve their potential. I spent many years working as a copy-editor and/or proofreader, so my knowledge of grammar is excellent. I have worked with test prep students for years and specifically with several GMAT students. (read more)
...But, personally “living it” helped me to understand the difficulties and the struggles that most parents in this situation experience. While I was dealing with those kinds of challenges, I attended seminars and workshops to learn as much as possible through lectures, question-and-answer sessio... (read more)
...I’ve also co-taught support level versions of the classes listed above. I am bilingual as well, speaking Spanish in addition to English. My degrees are in English Education (BA from the University of Illinois at Chicago) and English Literature (MA from Northeastern Illinois University). I have ... (read more)