...I teach students to approach a text with an open mind and to start first by focusing on story and what elements resonate with them. Although I believe in the importance of a detailed lesson plan going into the start of a class, I’ve learned that it’s crucial to be flexible. I love it when a lesson takes an unexpected turn that evolves into a deeper, more nuanced discussion. (read more)
...My SSAT students are usually placed in the schools of their first choice. I have a Ph.D. and have been writing and publishing articles for more than twenty years. Spelling is a major part of writing and I am an expert in spelling. (read more)
...But more importantly, I’ve taught people of all ages to write more skillfully, read more closely, and understand why. With admissions to Columbia, University of Chicago, Harvard, Yale, Duke, UCLA, UC Berkeley, Cornell, Georgetown, NYU, Barnard, Vanderbilt, the New York Times Summer Academy, and ... (read more)
...Then I can adjust the English/ESL lessons (based on SLO goals). I taught ESL in Japan to Japanese people in the following subjects: English speaking (yes, even speaking!), English/ESL reading (K-college), (K-college)writing, and (K-college) grammar. If you need ESL (English as a Second Language)... (read more)
...I worked in MIS at one point. I worked at a well known international tutoring center teaching students how to read. I have worked with students of all ages to develop their language skills, which include: reading comprehension, writing, and oral expression. (read more)