...My calm and understanding demeanor allows me to create a nurturing environment where students feel comfortable taking risks and reaching their full potential. The greatest satisfaction comes from witnessing my students' growth. Whether it's a student overcoming a learning challenge or simply ex... (read more)
...I am most patient with our youngest learners, know how to cultivate in students the passion and potential that is there for them to succeed. This is accomplished by simply being observant to student learning, asking questions and creating collaborative goals. I have over 10 years an educator in the elementary setting. (read more)
...I have worked as an ESL trainer for over 4 years taking group classes and giving one to one coaching to students with specific needs. I understand that different ethnicities learn in different ways. While topics related to family and loved ones excite most Mexicans, success in professional life is a hot topic with South Koreans! (read more)
...I graduated summa cum laude from St. John Fisher University and earned the Recognition of Excellence in English award for achieving the highest GPA in the English department. I am also a member of the Phi Theta Kappa and Sigma Tau Delta (English) Honor Societies. (read more)
...I have been a tutor for over 10 years working with an organization that collaborated with elementary schools providing educational support for students through their after school programs. These programs provided expeditionary learning as well as small group tutoring in math and reading. I am proficient in teaching reading, spelling, and math. (read more)