...I volunteer for a literacy organization called Mighty Writers in Philadelphia, and sadly, many of the kids in the program are reading below grade level. I now have experience working with children at various reading levels, including those who are starting from the very beginning. I have materi... (read more)
...Most students, no matter how bright, approach the SAT Critical Reading Section with fear and trepidation. The reading section of the SAT is a heavily vocabulary-driven test, so I work with students to improve their vocabulary. I also provide students with strategies they can use to identify the best answer to every question. (read more)
...As a post doctoral fellow, I constantly work in revising, writing, editing and proofreading scientific manuscripts, grants and personal statements from students that want to pursue their graduate degrees. As a PhD in Genetics, Genomics, and Cancer Biology, I am constantly writing grants and manu... (read more)
...M.Ed. earned from St. Joseph University in Philadelphia, PA; over 25 yrs teaching and administration experience in high school and university settings. Graduate work in education, technology, and training and development.
20 + years of experience working with middle school, high school, college, and adult students. (read more)
...Then, the student begins to work on improving Component Skills (such as grammar, vocabulary and even pronunciation), Key Skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) and Enabling Skills (such as skimming, scanning and organizing one’s ideas in English).
In general, I recommend that student... (read more)