...A lot of students mistakenly think that standardized test scores are a reflection of their overall intelligence. They're not! They test your knowledge of a small number of concepts and your ability to apply that knowledge efficiently. (read more)
...I decided to be a French Minor at Macalester College in order to further my french fluency, both written and orally. My work acting, singing, and dancing in plays in the local Twin Cities Theatre scene has taught me values and important lessons in communication, presence, and fun. These are values I bring to my tutoring - I am as engaged in teaching as I am in learning. (read more)
...Before returning to the USA, I taught 4th grade for St. John’s International School in Waterloo, BE. Since then, I have taught reading intervention for students at risk of falling behind their peers in terms of academic success. (read more)
This will be my first tutoring job. I have worked as a newspaper editor, though, which involves helping reporters with their writing skills. Editors not only proofread for spelling and grammar, but help structure writing so that it is clear, concise and--when appropriate--entertaining. (read more)