...I used algebraic concepts throughout my undergraduate and graduate coursework. I have a degree in Biology. I have completed and received A's in AP chemistry (high school level) and General Chemistry 1 and 2 (college level). I graduated with a bachelors degree in Economics. (read more)
...My ideal is to jump back and forth between these methods as necessary within each session. As I began my own professional writing career, I continued tutoring privately. The majority of my clients came to me with their college application essays -- often when they were the most overwhelmed and feeling the pressure. (read more)
...I hold an M.A. in Education with a major in Reading Disabilities. I learned about dyslexia in the '70s, long before schools were aware of how the brain's "wiring" affected a student's ability to read. I have experience in specific programs, such as Distar, Orton Gillingham, Project Read, Wilson Reading, etc. that have been developed and used specifically to help dyslexic students. (read more)
...Most recently, I worked for an educational nonprofit specializing in teaching high school and college students about economics and entrepreneurship. My economics background allows me to teach economics in a relatable, fun way. My approach to tutoring study skills is to develop exercises and ass... (read more)
...This included intensive phonics instruction for many of my students. I have ten years of experience as an educator, including seven years as a fourth grade Reading/English/Language Arts teacher. Most of my students came to me below grade level in reading, and left on grade level or above. (read more)