...Flexibility is very important to students as well so my main goal is to work around the students schedule. My goal is not only to be successful as a tutor, but also to build continuing success for the individual student also. In my opinion, students can only be successful if the proper tools and tutoring assistance are available. (read more)
...Throughout college I edited and proofread many papers for my friends and classmates. I am well-versed in many instructional programs and activities that help students of all ages improve their skills in language arts. I am a very patient person and am willing to do whatever it takes for the students I work with to succeed. (read more)
...I worked with students (aged 3 through 21) who have dyslexia, fluency and comprehension struggles as well as trouble with phonemic awareness. From my experience, many of these issues feed into each other, and strengthening any of these aspects of reading help each other. I have six years experience working on phonics with individuals, but seven years working with students who have dyslexia. (read more)
I graduated with a 4.0 GPA from Illinois State University with a degree in actuarial science in 2010. After that, I spent 8 years pursuing an actuarial career as a credentialed actuary. I have also tutored on the side for fun, over 900 hours in all. (read more)
...In addition to UPenn, I have also gained admission to Cornell University, Johns Hopkins University, Northwestern University, Georgetown University, and UIC's BS/MD program. I can give insight into admissions strategies and profiles, along with tailoring students' essays. In addition to test pre... (read more)