...Is the student struggling with phonics, comprehension, or fluency? As the tutor, I will seek to meet the student at the point of her need--whatever it may be. For example, if comprehension is a problem, I would remind the student to self-regulate their reading by asking themselves if they understand what they are reading or whether they need to go back to find out what they missed. (read more)
...While I am not certified in any specific method to literacy, I am familiar with various approaches to literacy and use elements of all of these to help my students learn and progress in the most multi-sensory way possible. I have worked with students from preschool through adult. My favorite tutoring subjects are reading and phonics! (read more)
...I have taught both high school history and theology courses. These courses included lectures, discussion groups, and one-on-one guidance. I am able to assist with subjects such as US History, World History, European History, Religious History, and Ancient History. (read more)
...Since that time I have taught Public Speaking courses for about 15 years at various schools and the Junior State of America program. I have earned a B.A. degree from Miami University (1988) in Political Science. Over the years I have worked on numerous political campaigns and helped with speech writing. (read more)
...My study of Latin throughout high school and college has given me a deeper understanding of how language works, and one of my strengths is an ability to explain language in terms of logical structure rather than of complicated and fallible rules. I am also very knowledgeable about various testin... (read more)