...I am a patient and compassionate tutor. I am also certified with IXL, a valuable resource for personalized learning.I served as a daily substitute teacher, through Kelly Educational Services, in the Danbury, Connecticut, school system, during the 2022-2023 school year. I covered teacher absences and tutored students. (read more)
...I tutor students of all ages, from 5 years old to 60 years old. I teach ELA in school, but I also have expertise with all levels of Math. I love tutoring because teaching one-on-one is the most effective way to reach students and help them grasp concepts. (read more)
...I believe using different methods that target specific skills can help set up a healthy foundation of what works and what needs work. Together with my students, I will produce a personalized and productive lesson plan that will engage and enlighten. I have studied Spanish and Portuguese heavily, but also know Italian, French, Dutch, German, Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish. (read more)
...I work with all learners — from those looking for support to those who want to go more in-depth with academic content. All students I work with will feel encouraged and respected, and families will feel heard and part of the educational process. I look forward to speaking with you, and I hope t... (read more)
...I like to include puzzles and games in my teaching, making the lesson entertaining for the student as well as educational. Scrabble, for example, can reinforce math skills and introduce vocabulary. I have an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Iowa Writers' Workshop, and I have worked as an editor for over thirty years. (read more)