...First, I address a student's grasp of the fundamentals, then I teach him or her how read an SAT question and identify what precisely is being asked. Then, I teach ways of concisely organizing the themes and ideas the student wishes to convey. I wrote and staged two one-person shows in New York, and was an active participant in the city's storytelling scene. (read more)
...Then worked in education advocacy and reform at Teach For America for almost ten years- with a two year stint at the American School of Tangier teaching the 6th grade. In Tangier I began tutoring middle school students who were struggling with writing and became quit good at helping students bec... (read more)
...I also have acquired significant training in the Orton-Gillingham phonetic analysis technique. This is a highly effective and recommended phonetic approach which will enable me to assist your child in learning how to read, write and spell more proficiently. My desire is to work in a tutoring capacity assisting students on a one-to-one basis, or a small group setting. (read more)
...This method is especially successful in a one-on-one format. In July of 2019 I completed the Associate level of Orton-Gillingham training to tutor dyslexic students. This method is extremely effective for students with reading difficulties. (read more)
...Good English skills played a big part in my successful career. A few years ago I decided it was time to help others who lacked basic English skills to pursue better jobs and opportunities in this country. I earned a TESOL Certificate from the New School in New York City. (read more)