...I found that I was able to effectively tutor in this class as well as chemistry. I chose to expand my tutoring in order to have more experience with students including students of varying backgrounds and skill level. I would love to help you succeed, while you are helping me become a better teacher! (read more)
...With struggling readers early success and minimizing frustration is key. I like to have them practice their skills in context (reading text) as well as practicing skills in isolation (typically we play phonics games to focus on specific skills). Most struggling readers are discouraged and so my... (read more)
...When I had homework, I always finished my math homework first because I enjoyed solving the problems. This enjoyment for math led to a thorough understanding of many levels of advanced mathematics. I bring my enjoyment and knowledge of math into every lesson with the hope that it affects the student in a positive manner. (read more)
...Most students need review in one or more of the four subjects, but all need help with test practice. I only use real ACT tests so the student gets used to the type and wording of each question. The ACT asks the same information on all of its tests and by taking many tests, the student becomes very familiar and thus comfortable with the questions. (read more)
...I home-school my children who are currently in Preschool up through 5th grade. I have a BS in special education with an elementary endorsement. I am currently tutoring numerous students in the Barton Reading and Spelling System. (read more)