...I have taught public and private elementary/middle school students for many years, In addition, I have directed graduate and undergraduate teacher education programs preparing teachers to teach middle school students, and currently serve on a standing panel as to evaluate elementary and middle school special education personnel preparation programs for the U. S. Department of Education. (read more)
...Vocabulary development is key to reading with comprehension and writing with expression. I have taught in large public high schools, private schools and alternative shcool settings. I have advanced degrees in English and education from Univ.of Penna. and Harvard. (read more)
...My Bachelor's Degree is in Special Education, and I have a state of IL Learning Behavior Specialists certification. I am certified in special education mild to moderate with the DOD. My Bachelor's Degree is in Special Education, and I have a state of IL Learning Behavior Specialists certification. (read more)
...I work with each student to find a set of study skills that works best and most successfully. For example, I have an English student who has trouble concentrating when he reads, but when I read the material to him, he has perfect recall, thus making homework and tests much easier and much less stressful for him. Some students just need help making a homework plan each week/day. (read more)
...We will have plenty of time for questions and help with homework if needed. I have worked in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms and truly enjoy helping students succeed. Book me for your next tutoring session! (read more)