...I've taught English at Bushwick High School in Brooklyn, writing at Bennington College, literature at Fordham University and The New School, and English in GED programs in Brooklyn and the Bronx. In 2007, I started my own reading and writing program in the Bushwick neighborhood for immigrant students of all ages. My book was published by HarperCollins in 2020. (read more)
...Filmmakers make videos, too. Now that cameras leapfrog their technical improvements to deliver astonishing images, video has become the prime medium for delivering content at every budget level. I am a published still photographer. (read more)
...I have studied Spanish and Portuguese heavily, but also know Italian, French, Dutch, German, Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish. By being a student of other languages, I understand the many challenges that people face when learning a language. I incorporate this knowledge into my teaching style. (read more)
...I enjoy teaching and tutoring all subjects, and my two favorites are math and reading. I work with all learners — from those looking for support to those who want to go more in-depth with academic content. All students I work with will feel encouraged and respected, and families will feel heard and part of the educational process. (read more)
...I have a certification in English education. I also have certification in literacy education which focuses predominantly on reading and writing, and two semesters of experience working in a literacy clinic. I have a Masters in Literacy Education that included training in working on phonics with students who struggle in reading. (read more)