...Something I love about teaching is the relationships I build with my students and seeing them make progress throughout the year. Creating a safe environment and building a good relationship are what I believe to be key to a student's academic success. Working as a tutor allows me to see the student in a different context and know them outside of a school setting. (read more)
...I helped a particular student with learning disabilities achieve a grade of 76 on the Global History Regents when the mother's expectation for the child was 40%.
I take great efforts to show the parents of the students what I do and how the students are progressing in the work I provide. I find... (read more)
...My professional life has been multifaceted - often multifocal - & varied, including stints as: an adjunct English professor in the CUNY system, a conversational English tutor for a member of the Hungarian Parliament, Op-Ed columnist, ghost writer, cafeteria server, & a full-time volunteer for The... (read more)
...During my undergraduate years at Duke University and doctoral journey at USC, I continued my commitment to mentoring and tutoring by assisting high school students. I took joy in guiding them through the preparation process for their ACT and SAT exams, and helping them achieve success in their c... (read more)
...I have also personally worked with both sixth and eighth grade students in Title 1 schools. I have found that the best way to teach and engage students is by incorporating lesson materials that appeal to student interests - Oftentimes, the teacher/tutor can learn just as much from the student as they will from you. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact me! (read more)