...I was the captain of my high school team that captured the national chess trophy. I have played, studied and taught chess for more than 25 years. I still love some of the classic openings E4. (read more)
...I graduated with a degree in Biology and have finished coursework for a masters degree in occupational therapy. Throughout my high school and college experience I have had the opportunity to tutor students in subjects such as math, English language/writing, and science. I particularly enjoy hel... (read more)
23 Subjects: includingACT Reading,Elementary (K-6th),Grammar,ACT English
...I have certification as a School Media Specialist in New Jersey, which means I am qualified to teach in a school library. I had to take additional education courses for this and complete an internship/field experience working in the Franklin Township school system. Through my training I have learned techniques to interest students of all ages in reading and writing. (read more)
18 Subjects: includingLiterature,Vocabulary,Grammar,European History
...I am also the author of an original film script that was a Sundance Screenwriters Lab finalist. As a tutor, I give very thorough feedback on written assignments, and have a unique ability to aid a student in homing in on a thesis that may initially be muddled or buried within the text. I also u... (read more)
...I can also help students to find clever ways to memorize and understand concepts. My unique experience includes working with students in the classroom, as a private tutor, and as a homeschooling parent for 8 years. I like being creative and fun, while helping students to feel that they can do i... (read more)