...At Yale, I studied one-on-one with an American Poet Laureate and won departmental prizes in essay-writing, literary translation, and poetry. I earned my teaching certificate in Connecticut, which has one of the most rigorous certification processes in the nation, and a certificate for AP English... (read more)
...Mary Beth reviewed current topics as well as prepping her for the more advanced math problems to expect on the test. My daughter said Mary Beth was very patient, and she never got frustrated on her calls. We saw a massive improvement in my daughter's score on her next test in all 4 testing areas! (read more)
...While I did not go on to major in English in college, I loved applying my reading comprehension and writing skills to my many other courses and papers. I still love to read and write and love to help people with their reading and writing as well! I received an 800 on the writing section of the SAT, and a 36 in both the English and Reading sections of the ACT. (read more)
...I also use the sounds of English in my comprehensive approach to a student's overall understanding of the language and to accelerate their achievement in reading. I write business letters, resumes, contracts, essays and poetry. I can also help you with cursive handwriting. (read more)
I am an experienced teacher with qualifications. I have a masters degree in education and an undergraduate degree in science. I have lived and taught in seven countries. (read more)