...I have taught Russian for 40 years, mostly in colleges and universities, but also in high school. I have worked for CBS and NBC News in Moscow and am a New York State Certified Court Interpreter/Translator. I have a student-centered teaching philosophy.I have taught reading in both English and Russian. (read more)
...I work hard to make learning fun as well as productive. **PLEASE NOTE: I have already paid for and passed Wyzant's background check (4/19/2017), so you should not be prompted to pay for the check again.The key to education is knowing words! I strongly encourage knowledge of word roots in studyi... (read more)
...My undergrad was at the University of Chicago, where I studied premed, and a masters at Northwestern University, where I studied secondary science and math. My students have always passed their exams when I have worked 1 on 1 with them, including a student this past summer who went from a 60 to a 95 on her math regents. I have helped design the math curriculum for two schools. (read more)
...As mentioned before, I have had much experience with tutoring, including Math, English, Reading/Writing, Science and Science Writing. I have worked with students one-on-one, as well as in groups of 5-7 students. My philosophy with teaching includes making students feel included in the teaching process, such as involving them in the problem solving process. (read more)
...I aim to create a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel motivated to ask questions and take risks in their learning. My goal is not only to help students improve academically but also to foster a love for learning that will last long beyond our sessions.As an undergraduate s... (read more)