...I work from an asset-based framework as I believe that every student has their own unique strengths and skills they bring to the table. I subscribe to Paolo Freire's Pedagogy of the Oppressed: education is not neutral and must be used to liberate the oppressed and make a more just society. I have 12 years of experience teaching students effective study strategies that work for them. (read more)
...If you're actually learning, it's going to be fun; you're hardwired for it. The same thing goes for teaching and tutoring. One of my favorite memories from high school is the moment when, after helping another girl with a chemistry worksheet, she told me "Now that I get this. (read more)
...Have designed curriculum for and taught AP Literature, AP Language, IB English Literature and Language and Literature and worked with students on preparing for assessments in all subjects. Avid reader w/extensive knowledge of all genres and of literature from all continents and time periods. 10... (read more)
...I have experience helping a 4-year-old (preschool) in his math skills (online). To increase engagement and enhance learning, I incorporated various props and materials such as puppets, dice, pom poms, beads, numbered tiles and little plastic critters. One way we worked on addition was through an interactive adventure game. Math provides many possibilities! (read more)
...However, it is a necessary evil. Without a certain TOEFL score, you can't get into a U.S. university. I believe that TOEFL prep should be about maximizing a score. (read more)