...My name is Astrid and I'm excited to share my passion for all things Classics! I have 14 years of experience with Latin and 8 with Ancient Greek. I went to Johns Hopkins University as an undergraduate where I majored in Classics, with a minor in Near Eastern Studies. (read more)
...In this setting, I was able to teach all curriculum areas. Not only was I able to continue connecting with students over their reading and writing, but I also had the opportunity to build confidence in students' math abilities. I liked to present challenges to students - critical thinking problems that pushed them to rely on problem solving and teamwork, rather than just algorithms. (read more)
...I have 4 years of experiencing tutoring students in strengthening their writing and editing people's writing assignments. I have covered persuasive, research, narrative, and many more forms of writing. I have helped students from K-12, but more recently, I have helped high school seniors with their college essays. (read more)
...I am determined to be the best educator I can be. I believe it is essential to maintain a positive attitude as well as a safe and stimulating learning environment. I try my absolute best to motivate, encourage, and inspire students to excel both personally and academically. (read more)
...I was an English major in college and taught literature classes at the high school level for many years. I have tutored students in literature privately, including college students, and in the high school resource room. I am a voracious reader, and if a student is struggling with a book I have not read or read recently, I welcome the chance to enjoy a new book. (read more)