While attending McKendree University, I began tutoring my peers in chemistry, physics, and math. After graduating with a Spanish major and math minor, I began working for Mathnasium (and later Sylvan), where I had the opportunity to teach students (ages 7-adult) using a more "outside the box" appro... (read more)
...I also have a degree in Elementary Education for which I use daily with my own children. I am interested in working with students that have dyslexia. I use Barton Reading and Spelling (an Orton Gillingham curriculum). I enjoy seeing students get the whole picture and love being a part of that! (read more)
...Sometimes, a new approach in a smaller setting is exactly what a student needs to find success with a subject. My students often praise my ability to relate the subject to their everyday life. They also state that I explain things in a manner that is clear and concise. (read more)
...I enjoy working with elementary students. I would love to help you learn!I enjoy teaching math. Sometimes students struggle when they don't have to. (read more)
I'm a retired high school English teacher. In my classes, students learned correct, traditional grammar; spelling; vocabulary; American literature; and research preparation. In addition, I became a librarian in part because I was interested in a wide variety of subjects. (read more)