I've been tutoring math for more than twenty years, starting when I was in high school tutoring my classmates. I'm the child of two math teachers, so I've always had a good head for higher math. I made it all the way through Calculus 3 and Differential Equations in high school, all the while keeping up my skill in other maths by working as a tutor for Algebra I and II and Geometry. (read more)
...I have always enjoyed language and writing, putting words together like puzzle pieces to convey information or to inspire an emotion. I love grammar and etymology, discovering the history of irregular verbs, and helping others to edit their work to develop crisp, meaningful prose. I majored in Spanish in college. (read more)
...I strive to be clear and direct with my expectations and maintain a space in which my students can be open about theirs, as well. I work with students of all ages, and I strive to provide a supportive, safe, and encouraging environment for learning and exploration. Some of the forms of reading ... (read more)
...I believe in positive reinforcement techniques whereby the student is shown the proper procedure or technique, then the student is given a trial problem or a series of questions to answer, and then together, the solutions are discussed and problematic areas are readdressed after a thorough explan... (read more)
This school season I have been substitute teaching for both the Bellefonte School District, and the State College Area School District. I enjoy and appreciate the wide range of educational ideas, and inspiration I’ve received from my engagement in a variety of classrooms. I’ve taught creative writing, cooking, art, and general language arts. (read more)