...I've been teaching students how to work with the SSAT for several years as they seek admission to select independent schools. Figuring out how to work with the test and to maximize your score by working with your strengths can improve your score. My background in test preparation includes the ACT, SAT. and the TOEFL. (read more)
...My approach to language teaching has always been one of balancing form (grammar and vocabulary) with culture through all 4 modes of communication (speaking, listening, reading and writing). I use a variety of authentic resources including music, film, poetry, excerpts from novels as well as a va... (read more)
...I spent five years' experience tutoring algebra and precalculus at a charter school in Boston, and have had a number of WyzAnt students during the past year a half. My strength in this subject is my ability to describe various problem-solving strategies in a way that makes sense. I also excel at helping students find specific strategies and techniques they feel most comfortable with. (read more)
...When needed spelling dictations based on the reading (phonetic and topic) are given to reinforce decoding through encoding and to increase auditory memory and discrimination. Writing lessons focus on generating fluency in writing from oral fluency, organization of ideas, development of ideas, re... (read more)
...College applications are also an area where I can help students put their best foot forward, going over their writing, organizing their thoughts, and making the best essays possible. I am open to students wanting to work on their writing who are at any level: from primary school to graduate sch... (read more)