...My previous students have improved their overall scores by 100-300 points. I have worked with students to prepare for the SSAT for the past 10+ years. My students go on to perform well on the test and are accepted to a wide range of private and parochial secondary schools in the area, including Thayer Academy, Boston College High School, Notre Dame Academy and Milton Academy. (read more)
...I would be happy to help you to attain these goals, especially in regard to raising your writing grades and (key thing!) writing a college essay that will be a "Value Added" part of your Application. One-hour session offered--60 minutes! Please contact me to inquire about opening tutoring sessions. (read more)
...However Geometry is a foundation for Precalculus and various higher levels of math, and during those upper level courses I learned that mastering Geometry was crucial to my success. It is important for the SATs as well, and a student who feels confident in his or her math skills will excel. Math is very important for all students, though I know it is not everyone's favorite subjects. (read more)
...I have taught first grade. I have worked as a school K-6 reading specialist for a total of 13 years. I have a master's degree in reading education. (read more)
...At the Dartmouth Middle School I taught chess to beginners as part of their activities program many years ago. I have also taught beginners who are adults. I have been a teacher all my life and use those skills to teach chess. (read more)