...My first experience began when I was an undergrad student in Engineering when I tutored kids in basic science and math. After joining a doctoral program in Marketing Communications, I taught students in Statistics, Programming, Advertising, Public Speaking, SPSS, Media and Marketing (and also tu... (read more)
...A key strategy I use in helping you with your writing process is to encourage you to read your work aloud, to slow down and listen to ways you can tune into your voice on the page. I’ve worked as a freelance writer and editor, published an historical novel, and continue to work on my own creative projects. I’ve also spent years as a writing workshop facilitator and mentored young writers. (read more)
...Common Core was used in the elementary school in which I worked. I am able to look up requirements, follow instructions and teach according to its guidelines. While my expertise is in English as a Second Language, the goals set forth by common core do not differ in their expectations than those that I taught to my new students. (read more)
...My favorite aspect of teaching and tutoring is offering students hands-on, practical support to help them overcome reading comprehension and writing challenges. I am particularly skilled in assisting students develop their vocabularies and reading practices, as well as hone their writing skills ... (read more)
...I taught teens and adults from all over the world at a university intensive English program for 10 years. I am skilled in teaching reading, writing, listening and speaking English, as well as pronunciation, grammar, idioms, test prep, college prep, online classes, and American culture. I use experiential learning with rich language input. (read more)