...I have knowledge about a wide range of musical practices, from classical to Afro-Cuban music. I also have extensive experience teaching music at the college level. I have a PhD in Music from UC Berkeley, and a wide range of knowledge about various traditions, from classical to world music. (read more)
...It is really gratifying when my students are able to apply their knowledge and achieve success independently. I take a pragmatic approach to teaching and learning and go through several examples before continuing with a lesson. I often ask students to teach me what they've learned so they can express their knowledge in words and so they have confidence to continue learning. (read more)
51 Subjects: includingACT Science,ACT Reading,English,ACT Math
My background is in Marketing and Public Relations. After many years I wanted a change. I decided to go to Costa Rica for my TEFL Certification to learn to teach English as a Second Language (ESL). After a very intensive and exciting course in Playa Samara, Costa Rica, I took a position at instituto Estelar Bilingue. (read more)
...I have also studied ear training privately with Caris Liebman, and completed the full course load at Berklee College of Music. I am familiar with both jazz and classical ear training methods. I have played at the high school, olympic development program regional 1, and the college levels. (read more)
...Teaching is an absolute joy for me, and I love to see my students click with challenging concepts and improve their test scores. I have over 600 hours of experience coaching students one-on-one in a wide variety of topics, ranging from speech and debate to programming and math. From this, I’ve ... (read more)
7 Subjects: includingACT Science,SAT Math,SAT Reading,ACT Math