...The task-based approach focuses heavily on interpersonal communication and paired learning through a variety of activities. These activities require students to think critically and problem solve, while still achieving specified linguistic goals. The task-based approach uses concrete steps to g... (read more)
...My areas of expertise are SAT, GED, MCAS and TEAS preparation (ELA portions are my strength). I have tutored and taught preparatory courses in each of these. My students find me to be fair, fun and honest. I encourage them to take responsibility for their own learning because I know there is no greater gift to give a student than the confidence that he or she can be successful. (read more)
...I love to inspire enthusiasm in my students, and I have a wide variety of techniques and tips I can share that include a lot of visual elements to aid in student comprehension. I hold multiple degrees in English, with an emphasis on academic and research writing. I have published articles on effective teaching strategies. (read more)
I went to UConn for both my BAs and MA. During my undergraduate years, I studied both English and American Studies. While at school, I spent many afternoons tutoring at nearby middle schools. (read more)
...To students and adults, I bring years of experience as a high school English teacher, a published writer, and a magazine publisher and editor. My tutoring approach is straightforward, practical, and pragmatic: Good writing isn't a mystery or a gift from the gods that others were given but they t... (read more)