...I had them placed in inclusive settings, with much resistance form our district who told us that they couldn’t learn to read or write. I retaught them everything when they got home from school. I did this through high school, worked as a 1:1 for my younger son through eighth grade with additional tutoring after school, and then homeschooled him in high school. (read more)
...For the students who are tactile learners I encouraged them to draw pictures and showed them demonstrations. Thus, the lesson plans I create varies and depends on how best my students learn as I believe that not just one style fits all. After my experience in the tutoring program, I envisioned ... (read more)
...Having struggled in some classes in my own academic career, I understand the stress and frustration not fully grasping a topic can cause. As a tutor, I assess where my students are having difficulties and determine how I can best help them reach their goals. I help students work through problems from class as well as give my own examples for students to work through. (read more)
...I taught middle school for 9 years and have been teaching high school for the past 4 years. I have also been a NYS Master Teacher for the past few years. I have been teaching common core math since it’s existence in my state. (read more)