...I do my best to bring that into the way I tutor. One of the most important things in tutoring is a respect for the student's intelligence and instincts. It's lovely seeing the way someone's eyes light up when they land on the thing they want to write about, and following that urge leads to essays that go beyond checking each box on the rubric. (read more)
...I also worked as a literacy volunteer for adults who found reading English to be a special challenge. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Rhode Island College (class of '76). I minored in Sociology. My work has been published in Perceptual and Motor Skills and Medical Hypotheses. (read more)
...There is so much psychology that goes into succeeding in what is the biggest life transition most people will experience in their youth. I am honored to have been a strong, holistic guiding force through that phase for many students thus far! I have nearly seven years of experience tutoring math subjects, both as community service in schools and as an independent professional tutor. (read more)
...For the last two years, I have been tutoring 5th-12th grade students both freelance and through a company. I also tutored in high school, throughout college, and while in Japan, for a total of 10+ years of tutoring experience. Teaching is my passion, but I especially love tutoring because it is so rewarding to figure out a personalized plan for each student and see them improve. (read more)
...Because of my unique background in Applied Mathematics and Economics, I put a particular emphasis on relevant applications of mathematical concepts. I tutored even before I became a teacher; word just circulated that if someone's child needed extra help in math that I could help make a differenc... (read more)