...My own academic journey wasn't always straightforward, but with dedication and guidance, I thrived, securing acceptances to prestigious universities like Harvard, MIT, Yale, and UC Berkeley. This academic journey fueled my desire to empower others. Now, I not only conduct research in innovative cancer-fighting strategies, but I also share my knowledge through tutoring. (read more)
...I focus on building confidence, self-esteem, and what to do when students don't know the answer. I taught math at an elementary and middle school level for 10 years. I have taught students at all skill and age levels. (read more)
...During my undergraduate years, I worked in a reading and writing center with students from all over the university. I worked on not only reading and writing, but vocabulary across varying topics such as English, history, music and science. I received extensive training throughout the time I was there and attended writing and reading conferences. (read more)
...Different forms of learning require different skills or discipline. I once had a student who claimed to be working hard on his math facts but when I called his bluff we both saw where the true problem lay. An all out offense on those facts and a short time later he was ready to do the real work. (read more)