...I have also taught university classes preparing teachers to teach reading where an understanding of the place of phonics in this instruction was crucial. I have also developed comprehensive phonics curriculum for students with specific learning disabilities in reading. My career has revolved around the teaching of reading. (read more)
...Over the years, I’ve worked with students of all levels and skillsets. I especially love working with neurodivergent students (specializing in ADHD/Autism) to identify their unique paths to success in a high school or college setting. I encourage the building of strong inner and outer support networks so that students can increase their confidence and independence. (read more)
I enjoy tutoring English, one-on-one, more than teaching classes, because I can more easily influence a student's progress. For 28 years, my students (including my daughter) have been from elementary school, high school, and college. They become excited about reading and writing, because they gain confidence. (read more)
I love tutoring because I firmly believe that individualized instruction is very helpful in academic areas of difficulty. I have tutored before through the Sylvan Center and on a voluntary basis. I have tutored in grades 4 through 9th grade. (read more)
After obtaining a Master's degree in Biochemistry, I worked for almost 29 years as a research scientist in various laboratories starting in India, moving to New Zealand and then to Long Island, New York. My research projects involved working in the fields of plant tissue culture, diabetes research... (read more)