...My teaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive and interactive learning environment. I believe in the power of scaffolding, breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps, and gradually building upon them to ensure a solid understanding. As students develop confidence, I often look ahead and preview content so they are better prepared for their next classroom lessons. (read more)
...During my one-to-one session, I coach students on all portions of the exam with particular attention to close reading skills and written responses. Over my years of serving as a "reader" for the AP US History exam, I have read and graded thousands of DBQ, LEQ and Short Answer Question (SAQ) resp... (read more)
...Mary Beth reviewed current topics as well as prepping her for the more advanced math problems to expect on the test. My daughter said Mary Beth was very patient, and she never got frustrated on her calls. We saw a massive improvement in my daughter's score on her next test in all 4 testing areas! (read more)
...Discussion and listening leads to understanding and acceptance. I have had a pretty varied and interesting career, I present a wide variety of viewpoints about nearly everything. I marched in the sixties, protested in the seventies and continue to watch history unfold. (read more)
8 Subjects: includingEnglish,Writing,Literature,World History
...I teach you where YOU need to start. Language is a form of creative expression. As with all forms - dance, music, drawing, etc., the better your skill, the better you are able to express yourself. (read more)