...Growing up with an author for a mother has given me an advantage in this area. Because of her influence, I have excelled in English, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, reading, and writing. I not only did extremely well in school and took honors courses in things like grammar, but also received extra homework over the summer from my Mom who always encouraged the use of correct English. (read more)
...I have over 30 years of experience teaching reading comprehension. I have worked successfully with students of all ages, with English-language learners, and with Deaf students. I have taught English and reading for over 33 years. (read more)
8 Subjects: includingReading,English,ESL/ESOL,Sign Language
...I ask my students to bring the best of themselves to classes: to open their minds, make connections, work hard, and add nuance to their understanding. I also realize this process is gradual and we will bothneed to have patience and compassion throughout. In terms of professional experience, I h... (read more)
...I believe in the power of teaching students how to learn on their own, which is why my tutoring approach emphasizes self-reliance. While I am committed to helping students grasp new concepts and solve problems, my ultimate goal is to teach them how to teach themselves. I want my students to feel confident in their ability to identify mistakes and correct them independently. (read more)
...I have a Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre. I have taken voice lessons for the past 18 years. I am obtaining my Master's degree in early childhood special education. (read more)