...As a student for 21 years I know the struggles that coursework can bring to the table. I will work with you/your child to ensure a proper comprehension of the material, and maybe even a new appreciation of it as well. As a History major, writing is not simply something you do; it becomes a part of you, like how a trucker feels a connection to their rig or the artist to their fresco. (read more)
...English and writing skills are my strong suit as indicated by my university published, masters thesis. My tutoring approach is to help students grow in areas of difficulty, at a pace that is best for the student. I was previously a student mentor, aiding my peers with a variety of topics. (read more)
...I have a reasonable understanding of guitar theory, but I believe music is about your ears so I play and teach through an attention to the actual sound being emitted from the instrument. I have played poker successfully for 10+ years. I have read numerous books on the subject (Super/System, Eve... (read more)
...As a paralegal in corporations, I trained new employees and drafted training manuals. I semi-retired in 2020, at the start of the pandemic. Most recently, I became a substitute teacher in the local middle school, teaching Family and Consumer Science, which has allowed me to combine my science b... (read more)
I am a state-certified English teacher at the secondary level in the Martinsburg/Charles Town area. I have five years of teaching experience during which time I have taught honors-level English and History along with general classes in these fields and summer school sessions for at-risk students. The majority of my teaching experience has been focused on honors-level education. (read more)