...I am from Peoria Heights, IL. I have been a substitute school teacher ever since the Spring of 2003. Although I have never held a tutoring position, I have substitute-taught in many classes and feel that I have acquired significant experience in the classroom. (read more)
...I took lessons in flute for 8 years, and have been playing for 10 years now. I was a teaching assistant in a band classroom for 6th graders and taught the flutists the basics. I also worked occasionally with the 5th grade class. (read more)
I love to help students who struggle. Our society is a very fast-paced one and often times, students fall behind, feel frustrated and then struggle to catch back up. This often results in some just giving up. (read more)
...I struggled in high school as a student but discovered my passion for education in community college. I went on to get my BA in Political Science, a second BA in History and most recently, a Master's Degree in History. I believe students succeed when they have helpful and passionate educators. (read more)
...I strive to keep lessons challenging, but not overwhelming. I may assign homework to help with practicing and will provide periodic assessments and progress reports. I can also help with organizational skills and study skills. (read more)