...I am familiar with Common Core and helped train my fellow teachers in Common Core Standards. I am a Brainspring Orton-Gillingham Certified Dyslexia Specialist. I am open to tutoring other subject areas as well on the elementary grade level. (read more)
...My teaching experience stretches back to my undergraduate years at UCLA when I tutored K-12 students in under-served communities in Los Angeles. At Harvard University I have four years of experience as a Teaching Fellow for courses in cultural anthropology, history, Africana studies, and sociology. I have four years of experience as a University lecturer in the social sciences. (read more)
...Understand that learning is not an overnight deal but I can go step by step with ANYONE and work overtime if needed. I do ask for the parents' assistance and help in the PROCESS. I am committed and I want all parties involved committed. (read more)
...I constantly read and attend training to improve my technique of teaching phonics. My students have experienced great success following phonics instruction under my care. I am very laid back, and I encourage you to always give your best. (read more)
...Tutoring helps a student really get that one on one they may not get in their regular class during a given day. They may be feel more open to ask questions without fearing being judged or sounding dumb for not getting it the first time around. Tutoring in that sense can make some concepts being taught more concrete for some students. (read more)