...I am incredibly patient, open-minded, and understanding. Rule #1 in my classroom was "Be kind," and I follow this rule. I will academically meet you where you are and do my absolute best to lead you to the place you need to be. (read more)
...I taught reading at the elementary, middle school, high school, college, and ESL levels. I have taught English in high school and middle school. I have written numerous legal briefs to various local and appellate courts in Massachusetts. (read more)
...I have several methods for taking time off of the daunting task of reading four passages and answering ten questions each in an average of about 8 1/2 minutes for each passage. You can try them all out and decide which ones you want to use in your personal approach to the test. If you can function with any degree of proficiency in English, you are an expert! (read more)
...All of life's an exciting adventure of discovery! No matter what you may have been told your "innate abilities" are, I'm confident you CAN learn AND enjoy the process that helps you achieve your goals throughout life. After working with me awhile, you'll share that confidence as well. (read more)
...In addition, I have worked as a proofreader for a local author. I have taught public speaking and debate for many years in the areas of speechwriting, understanding one's audience, projection and voice quality, and overcoming nerves. Additionally, I have advised class valedictorians in the writing and delivery of commencement speeches. (read more)