...I’m passionate about empowering students to think critically and independently. My goal is to guide students through the thinking process, helping them build the skills needed to analyze and challenge new ideas on their own. I previously served as a teacher's assistant for three years, supporting students in both classroom and small group settings. (read more)
...At Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville, I teach Listening and Speaking, Reading and Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar. I love teaching all things English, especially English as a Second Language. I find that by using a methodology based on student-led teaching, students are much more likely to become confident in their skills. (read more)
...Through these tutoring experiences, I have learned how to best teach each age group. An adult must work harder than a child to master a new language because the brain protects the authority of its native language. Children do not have the cross-translation problem and acquire any language in th... (read more)
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. My name is Matthew. I graduated summa cum laude from the Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville with a Bachelor's Degree in English and a minor in History. (read more)