...I have a solid understanding of many literary genres: novel, essay, short story, poetry, plays, biography/autobiography. I do well explaining character development, theme, plot, tone, language and point of view. I help students understand and find examples of irony, foreshadowing, symbolism, an... (read more)
...I have a master's degree in special education and have taught students with autism throughout my career. I have implemented classroom and lesson strategies to increase structure and predictability to help students feel safe and accepted in the learning environment. I have developed IEPs providing essential accommodations and modifications for students with autism. (read more)
...I love tutoring because I can meet the individual needs of my students and cater my lessons to meet their specific needs. My degree in reading as well as my Wilson certification has helped many of my students learn to become fluent and joyful readers. Nothing makes me happier than when my students are successful. (read more)