...In the course of my lengthy service as an elementary and middle grades teacher, I had numerous ADHD and ADD students in my classes. I learned many strategies to use to allow them to learn comfortably in the classroom. Also, I chaired the RTI committee for my grade level for a few years and helped other teachers write their EIPs and both led and attended the EIP meetings for many of them. (read more)
...I specialize in working with students with learning difficulties, regardless of academic status (Academically Gifted, Average student, or students with disabilities). My intuitive approach is what makes my style somewhat different than most tutors. I don't teach "tricks." I teach conceptually.... (read more)
...I think that all students are capable of achieving their goals, and, with the proper instruction, they can excel in any subject. I think that math is one of the fundamental lessons that needs to be learned. Math is used in everything from counting how much change you have, to determining how much fuel it will take to get a rocket into space. (read more)