English/Reading/Writing Expert
I tutor composition and grammar for students of all ages, and I also teach high school entrance exams as well as the SAT and ACT. My background is in the Humanities, but I have considerable experience tutoring math, grades 1-8. I am qualified to teach English at the middle school and high school levels. (read more)
...These accomplishments won me a scholarship to Kalamazoo College, where I obtained a Bachelor's Degree in English Composition with a minor in Japanese. My focus is to make learning fun. I have experience tutoring students with special needs in writing, photography, and film studies. (read more)
...I have strengths in communication and patience, and am able to apply those in the tutoring process. My experience in teaching and facilitating discussion spans over 30 years. The capacities in which this has been an integral practice include: local church Youth Group Leader, InterVarsity Small ... (read more)
...I use research-based methods of teaching to help students discover and build knowledge, and my goal is always to help students gain mastery in their learning by nurturing their excitement and self-confidence. In math, I feel it’s critically important for students to develop strong number sense a... (read more)
...I also developed lesson plans that meet the needs of all styles of learners. I have incorporated various forms of discussion, technology, and group work to teach new concepts. I make sure that each student receives encouragement and praise for their work so that he/she stay motivated to do the work and does not quit. (read more)