...It is this kind of writing confidence that successful students need in class, on standardized tests, in admissions application essays and in their future professional lives. Finally, I derive the greatest pleasure from bonding with people on a one-on-one basis. Here insecurities disappear, a sense of humor works wonders, and confidence grows - often for the first time. (read more)
...I have a master's degree in linguistics with a special focus on teaching writing skills and I taught freshman-level composition courses, including timed essay writing, in colleges and universities for over fifteen years in California. I also served on timed essay reading panels several times so ... (read more)
...I am a hard-working and well-rounded educator who welcomes a tutoring opportunity.I have been a grade 6 teacher in a NY public school setting for the last 11 years. I have been a special education self contained grade 6 elementary school teacher in a NY public school for the last 11 years. I have been a special education teacher for the last 14 years and in grade 6 for the last 11 years. (read more)
...My previous students have commended me on my ability to understand them, accept them and help them raise their academic achievements. I underssand that each student has a unique learning style that must be called upon to help the student maximize his/her potential. My task will be to help the student identify that style whether it is visual, audio or kinetic. (read more)