...Perhaps we learn reading comprehension by acting out the story, or maybe we learn letter sounds through dance moves. If they're 9 years old or older, we'll write essays about issues they care about and novels from their own imagination. Whatever we do, I will be receptive to your child's individual learning style and interests. (read more)
...A basic understanding of phonics gives students the ability to spell and read with greater ease. I have extensive teaching experience in the area of study skills, having taught these classes for years at the college level. The basic skills that I teach, however, can apply to students of any age... (read more)
...I've taught grades 3-6, reading, math, science, and writing. In addition, I have a background in Art, Theatre, and Photography; disciplines that I bring to the classroom to make learning more interesting and creative. I've tutored for the last three years with 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade students. (read more)
...My tutoring method is simple! I will go over with the students his or her vocabulary words in order to make sure that he or she understands the meaning of each word. And if there is a word that is not understood by the student, I will require that student to look up the word in the dictionary. (read more)