...I was a college-level writing instructor for seven years. I worked as a tutor at the Writing Center at Southern Miss helping PhD candidates finalize their dissertations and grant-seekers secure funding. I spent five years as an advertising copywriter and creative director, helping national brands craft their messages. (read more)
...As someone with ADHD and someone with a family member with autism, I understand that every person learns differently, and some students with learning disabilities require certain modifications to my teaching. For example, autistic students don't like to look people in the eyes. In fact, they will prefer that I look away from them. (read more)
...I am fluent in Spanish as well so I can assist with any translation needs. For me, it is super important for me to get to know my students so that I can prepare classes that are engaging and interesting. I usually start each class by reviewing the materials and asking questions to check students' understanding. (read more)
...I also give examples and situations to help students understand concepts and problems! I have experience teaching Chemistry, Calculus and Biology and, as mentioned, even tutored other high school students in these subjects when I was in High School. I received A’s in all of these classes, and in my college chemistry classes I received over a 100 average! (read more)
...For the last five years, I have taught full-time at a private school dedicated to students with specified learning differences, including dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Chances are, if the strategies your teacher is using aren't working for you, then you will need more specific, one-to-one instruct... (read more)