...The key to good study skills is to find the resonance and relevance between the subject and the student. In my own pursuit of education and in work with students as a NY state certified teacher it is clear that anyone can cram data into their head that may or may not stay as long as an upcoming ... (read more)
...I received perfect scores on the SAT and LSAT Reading sections (please don't expect the same from me on math!). I have honed my writing and editing skills throughout my years as a lawyer and tutor. I look forward to meeting any child or adult who finds reading and writing a daunting experience.... (read more)
...I also work with students to develop their reading comprehension and other study skills, using a variety of techniques developed over my 20-year career as a credentialed language arts teacher in California. I completed a masters degree in linguistics with special focus in teaching composition. I subsequently taught academic writing classes in colleges and universities for fifteen years. (read more)
...As a young boy I would stay up late watching, learning, and afterward playing against him and his adult friends at the card table. By the time I turned 21 I had already played in hundreds of poker games and had established myself as a ranking intermediate player. About 10 years ago I discovered "No-Limit-Texas-Hold-Em" and have been participating in table games locally and otherwise. (read more)
...I specialize in English, (with an emphasis on writing), but can handle most subjects up to about 9-10th grade with ease. I have worked with students and professionals of all ages on many different kinds of writing, as well as the process of writing itself. I can work with just about anybody, but of course prefer motivated partners! (read more)