...Is the student struggling with phonics, comprehension, or fluency? As the tutor, I will seek to meet the student at the point of her need--whatever it may be. For example, if comprehension is a problem, I would remind the student to self-regulate their reading by asking themselves if they understand what they are reading or whether they need to go back to find out what they missed. (read more)
...I would prefer to tutor students one on one, so I can cater my lessons specifically to their needs, goals, and learning styles. I specialize mostly in literature, reading, and writing but can assist in other areas as well. My past test scores include an 89 on the ASVAB, a five on the AP English Composition exam as well as a 32 and 25 on my Reading and English ACT respectively. (read more)
...I have been a professional reading tutor since 2018 and an amateur reading tutor since I was in the 4th grade! I have self-studied Lindamood Bell, Orton Gillingham and Heggerty approaches and use elements of all of them when working with students. I took advanced writing courses in high school. (read more)
...I have been a French professor at several colleges in San Diego, CA and in the Washington, DC area, and I also have experience working with diplomats to prepare them for the Foreign Service Exam in French. I absolutely love teaching and tutoring French and would love to share this beautiful lang... (read more)
...Because of this, I am committed to tutoring in both an engaging and instructive way. Many people find history boring. They see it simply as a collection of old people, outdated ideas, and insignificant events. (read more)