...I have extensive teaching experience in physics at Wesleyan University, MIT, and Harvard University while a PhD student at MIT. My specialty is theoretical astrophysics with a deep interest in the theoretical structure and evolution of stellar objects ranging from conventional stars to neutron s... (read more)
...I am certified to teach in all these areas and am considered "highly qualified" by the state of Illinois based on courses taken and teaching experience. I have worked as a volunteer for the nationwide AARP Tax-Aide program for five tax seasons. To do this, I have had to take courses and pass tests each year prior to tax season. (read more)
...My strengths are in grammar and vocabulary but I have a tried and proven method that shows the student how to do math and be good at it. I explain it in a way that she/he gets it easily. I am familiar with the modifications that have been made on the Reading section of the current ACT, and can give students helpful hints on how to handle these questions. (read more)
I have a Master’s Degree in education and have been teaching for 29 years. I am certified in special education K-12, and in history/ social studies and English/ language arts K-9. I currently teach American history- including government- and reading intervention (a class for struggling readers). I also generally teach a section of English/ language arts both at remedial and accelerated levels. (read more)