...I use reading and writing workshop approaches, and believe English class exists to support student learning purposes. I have taught Brit Lit to juniors and seniors alternate years since 1997. I have been an AP exam reader for The College Board, and editor of The Utah English Journal. (read more)
...I have been teaching phonics to beginning English learners for the last 10 years in a public school. I have been playing chess for over 25 years. I have played both online and using a chess board. (read more)
...As it turns out, I ended up liking my volunteer work more than my day job. Credential-wise, I have a B.A. from Brown University in English and American Literature and a M.A. from New York University in Education. I have worked as a Literary Agent, Ghost Writer, and Contributing Editor to both online and print magazines in my hometown of New York City. (read more)
...I also have experience and training in teaching students with learning differences, especially when it comes to executive functioning skills like studying, test-taking, active reading, and organization. Education has been the focus of my life for the past 6 years, so I hope to make tutoring as m... (read more)
...I began teaching at 19 as the youngest University Teaching Assistant at SDSU at that time. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Math Education and began tutoring for a government funded program for children in the inner city of Los Angeles, while I was getting my Master's degree at the prestigious U... (read more)