...Throughout college I edited and proofread many papers for my friends and classmates. I am well-versed in many instructional programs and activities that help students of all ages improve their skills in language arts. I am a very patient person and am willing to do whatever it takes for the students I work with to succeed. (read more)
...I have been a substitute school teacher ever since the Spring of 2003. Although I have never held a tutoring position, I have substitute-taught in many classes and feel that I have acquired significant experience in the classroom. My experience in substitute teaching has been mainly at the elem... (read more)
...I begin with a diagnostic assessment to identify skill gaps and create a targeted, individualized plan that builds both content knowledge and test-taking strategy. My approach is patient, practical, and confidence-building which helps students strengthen core skills, manage test anxiety, and sta... (read more)
I am working in the area until the next fall semester at Southern Illinois University where I plan to complete my business degree. After completion, I will be moving on to law school (undecided). Logic, math and general problem-solving are passions of mine and I have developed simple ways of expres... (read more)
...I really enjoyed that course and the idea of teaching math began to appeal to me since I had struggled to learn algebra while in high school. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with an emphasis on education from Illinois State University in May of 1994 and began teaching at a local high school. I returned to college to earn my Masters' Degree in educational leadership from St. (read more)