...My name is Sam and I am currently a graduate student at the University of Missouri-St. Louis looking to use my background in English and Education to help students in their academic careers. I have a lot of experience writing both academic and creative writing papers, and am certified to teach Social Studies in Missouri. (read more)
...I graduated magna cum laude from Seton Hall University in 2016; while there, I double-majored in diplomacy and philosophy, and minored in Asian studies. As an undergraduate student, my favorite classes were those that empowered me to use my voice. I was especially inspired by the professors who... (read more)
...Reading and analyzing literature is often seen as boring or frustrating, but I promise it can actually be a fun and enjoyable exercise in analyzing and understanding the world and humanity. Reading literature, whether from a thousand years ago or last year, develops reading comprehension, critic... (read more)
...I also hold certificates from the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign in the Foundations and Applications of Instructional Design and from the nationally recognized Quality Matters program, which emphasizes quality assurance and assessment for online and hybrid learning environments. My tuto... (read more)
...I have extensive experience working with neurodiverse students, including children and teens with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and depression, for whom the support of a non-family member adult can be especially beneficial. I am passionate about accompanying my students as they grow and find time manag... (read more)