...I help students work on effective communication, rhetorical skills, editing, proofreading, and more. My goal in tutoring is not simply to help students "fix" their writing, but to instill in them the skills necessary to help them accomplish this task on their own in future assignments. I am certified to teach K-12 as well, and each lesson is custom-tailored to the needs of my students. (read more)
...I have experience with dyslexic learners inside and outside of the classroom. I primarily use a multi-sensory phonics and spelling system when working with non-reading learners or learners who are significantly behind the reading level expected for their age. It may take longer for dyslexic students to read fluently, but once they are reading fluently, no one can take that away from them. (read more)
...I have been a classroom teacher since January 2007. I have had extensive training in common core and am familiar with how the standards are scaffolded. My lessons often take deficiencies into consideration and build accordingly. (read more)
31 Subjects: includingLinguistics,Vocabulary,Grammar,Microsoft Word
...As a Wyzant tutor, my mission is to ensure that my potential students grasp each concept at a comfortable pace. I shall additionally ensure that I create a safe environment within which students can freely communicate concept - related difficulties and needs. Furthermore, I intend to adjust my teaching methods to best fit the various learning styles that are encountered. (read more)