...In this capacity, I oversaw the production of my writing staff. Finally, I have 2 (two) years of experience working as a copy-editor for a local paper. I spent 2 (two) years pursuing my M.A. in Philosophy at West Chester University. (read more)
...The bulk of my previous experience centers around algebra 1, algebra 2, biology, chemistry, and physics at the middle and high school level. I find tutoring to be a very enjoyable task, especially when that "a-ha moment" hits. Seeing success and confidence on a student's face makes the job worthwhile. (read more)
...As an adult, I continue to learn about proper grammar, even reading books such as "The Grouchy Grammarian," which details the 47 mistakes most commonly made by professional writers. I know my grammar, and I know how to explain its rules to others. Geometry is one of my favorite subjects to teach because it's such a logical subject. (read more)
...I have worked with native speakers from many different countries and they all want the same thing--to understand and to be understood. Not only do we work hard to attain this goal, but we have fun doing it. I like to establish a trusting, informal atmosphere of learning, armed with a certificate in teaching English as a second language and plenty of hands-on experience. (read more)
...I find there's usually just a little piece missing in the student's picture of the subject matter, and not that the student can't understand at all what is going on. I am very good at actively encouraging and motivating the student to push through being "stuck". In terms of my own education, I've been through a lot of school! (read more)