My name is John. I am a 68 year old retiree who enjoys working with high school students to improve their algebra and geometry skills. I have been doing on-line tutoring for 4 years and believe I’ve helped several students improve their grades while also keeping my own cognitive skills refreshed in retirement. (read more)
...I love watching students work through the problems and come to the answers on their own when they never thought it was possible. The main area of expertise I tutor in is Anatomy and Physiology, and biology. I also have tutored in trigonometry and algebra. (read more)
...In addition to phonics and spelling rules, I also emphasize vocabulary development through root words, prefixes, and suffixes. My teaching approach is about helping students become better students even as they learn content. That is the lifetime gift that I give to my students. (read more)
...Specialized skills:* Orton-Gillingham phonics/Wilson Reading System* Science of Reading* Hochmann writing methodI have taught students across the K-6 age range in both ELA and STEM subjects, I have served as an instructional coach in both ELA and STEM, and served as an ES principal overseeing ins... (read more)
...I have taught every aspect of reading from grades K-6. Comprehension and phonics are my strength and I enjoy using real literature with students to develop their skills. I have also gained extensive knowledge and strategies to teach phonics. (read more)