...I have extensive experience in editorial writing and adapting to verbiage from many industries. I copy edit for professional journals (including research studies), college and professional applications, resumes, fiction, corporate newsletters, and more. I can help you ensure that your tone, syntax, and diction are consistent, concise, and engaging. (read more)
...I can help you improve your reading or writing skills, public speaking, basic conversation, or pronunciation. I will also tutor students who want to prepare for a specific test-- SAT, ACT, TOEFL, or IELTS. In addition to ESL tutoring, I tutor native English speakers who need to boost their writing skills or would like papers proofread. (read more)
...I played in the Norwich (CT) Concert Band from 1997-2005. I played in the Ledyard (CT) Community Jazz Big Band from 1997-2005. I played in the Griswold High School Jazz band as a guest musician/mentor from 1998-2005 and as a guest musician/mentor in the Lyman Memorial High School Jazz Band from 2008-2010. (read more)
...I have given speed talks, poster sessions, and formal presentations. Public speaking and the ability to communicate your findings effectively are some of the most important skills for a scientist, and as such, I gave daily presentations in many of my graduation school classes. I also served as an aquarium docent for two years, giving 15+ speeches a day to large crowds. (read more)
I have taught inmates in the Connecticut prison system for one year to help get them ready to take their GED exam; the subjects were: reading comprehension, English, Social Studies, math and critical thinking. I have taught Sunday school to both children and adults for over twenty yearsI have been ... (read more)