...I read often and teach reading comprehension skills to my students every year. Proofreading is a specialty of mine as I am actively a Beta-Reader for several authors and part of my job is to catch errors and improve the flow of their writing. I'm easy to get along with and good at connecting with students. (read more)
...I have a PhD in English and Creative Writing, and have taught reading and writing to over five hundred students. In my evaluations, students have said of me, “best teacher I’ve ever had,” “inspired me to improve my writing,” “amazing, brilliant, respectful,” “very kind,” and “very clear, articul... (read more)
...I taught literacy for four years and facilitated Literacy Workshops. I enjoy helping others achieve their educational aspirations for a successful future.I have been studying chess and playing chess for over twenty years. I know openings and closings, and I am in several chess clubs. (read more)
...I enjoy working with students one on one or in small groups and help them feel better about themselves as they gain a better understanding of the subject area. I am willing to help with homework assignments, remediation, or enrichment in grammar, composition, or literature. For the verbal secti... (read more)
...I have always loved children, and I find interacting with students energizing. Immediately after college I taught for four years, three of which were at the fourth grade level. I enjoyed each of my years and felt like I had made strong connections both with my students and their parents. (read more)