...Val has worked in a variety of settings including in-person classrooms, remote and hybrid programs, and one-to-one support and tutoring. Their focus and specialty is working with students who have learning differences or support needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, and other educatio... (read more)
...Some business clients want to increase their English conversational skills so they can build relationships with English-speaking clients more easily. I have also worked with university students who want to increase their TOEFL scores so they can more quickly get into their degree program. Some MBA students need help writing their papers to get higher grades. (read more)
...As a student, I delved deep into math, and I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to learning. Whether it's the Common Core, the new GMAT, or the Art Of Problem Solving, I take elements of teaching and learning and mold it for the individual. I genuinely enjoy math, and I find it incredibly rewarding to help those who could use a little extra support. (read more)
...My teaching style is enhanced by a fun and no stress approach. "Teaching has been my passion since I was a child teaching my dolls". I am an out-of-the-box teacher.I am a native Spanish and German speaker. I have taught both languages for more than 20 years in Mexico and in the US. (read more)
...It was gratifying to see students developing competence and confidence to have more ability to tackle problems on their own. It was also gratifying to see students' grades improve - a visible metric of success. I know that academics, especially math and science can be incredibly intimidating, discouraging and unpleasant. (read more)