...When one learns about the culture from which Latin and Greek come, the languages become more enriched and the grammar is more easily understood. Studying a foreign language is both challenging and rewarding. Often students are not able to master a foreign language without outside support from someone who can work to help them in the best way possible. (read more)
...I particularly enjoy working with students and other beginning writers. Helping writers with the "brainstorming" and initial organization of ideas is my favorite part of the writing process. I have been working with college students for almost two decades. (read more)
...I went to graduate school and got my Ph.D. in 1997. I have worked directly with students both as a classroom teacher and tutoring individuals seeking advanced degrees ever since. I have taught diverse groups of students at several institutions. (read more)
5 Subjects: includingWorld History,American History,Geography,European History
...I was able to succeed by doing problem sets, particularly focusing on meaningful problems (and not necessarily quantity). Having a clear mental model of the system helps me understand the question, to break it down and systematically solve it. Having a clear mental model reduces anxiety and buil... (read more)
...I meet each student at their level and work to elevate their literacy skills from decoding to spelling, to grammar, to sentence structure. The Dyslexia Certificate that I earned included specific training and a supervised practicum to ensure that I am qualified as an Orton Gillingham tutor. My goal as a tutor is to support each student in their individual needs. (read more)