...Every day, I discover something new on my home computer and look forward to sharing that excitement with others. I understand that older folks, especially, might feel slightly embarrassed or uncomfortable because they know so little about all of this confusing and rapidly changing technology, bu... (read more)
...Literature is about how we live and interact--it is about relationships; it is relevant to every person, academically-oriented or not. My favorite authors are Tim O'Brien, Mark Kurlansky and Michael Ondaatje. Favorite poets include Louise Gluck, Pablo Neruda, and William Butler Yeats. (read more)
...From 2009-2016, I was a writing coach at the Harvard Graduate School of Education's Office of Access and Disabilities Services, as well as coaching students independently. I have consistently supported students with executive functioning disorders, including ADHD, in their written work. I am well-read in the disability, but focus on working from a student or client's skills and strengths. (read more)
...I have specialized training in Orton-Gillingham phonics via the Wilson Reading System, Science of Reading-based approaches, and the Hochmann method of teaching writing. I have also taught K-6 STEM, and have experience tutoring high school students in ACT/SAT test prep in Reading and Writing. I am also an expert in Common Core test prep. (read more)
...I am currently an Instructional Assistant for the Syracuse University Athletics department, where I tutor athletes in specific subjects. help them organize their calendars, assist with homework and deal with maintaining their grades while traveling and practicing a sports full-time as well. In t... (read more)