...In our tutoring sessions, I go over the major components of good reading including the ability to discern main ideas; the proper use of vocabulary, grammar, and parts of speech; and word usage. I try to make these sessions fun rather than something to simply get through. I believe that a love of reading is a lifelong benefit. (read more)
...I currently teach study skills to both middle and high school students. I believe that it is both necessary and essential that students develop strong study skills, as these skills are critical to success within the classroom and throughout ones life. I teach a wide variety of skills, strategie... (read more)
...I do not believe that "one size fits all," and I work extremely hard to adapt my curriculum to the strengths and weaknesses of every one of my students. English was one of the subjects in my dual major at an Ivy League university in New York City. For decades I have been working with students seeking guidance on all topics pertaining to English literature and creative writing. (read more)
...I am continually staying current in the teaching field by attaining TESOL / TEFL Certification, achieving College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA) Tutor Certification, taking graduate-level classes, and attending professional development trainings/workshops through Mount Wachusett Community ... (read more)
I recently graduated from Brown University, where I studied history with extensive coursework in Literature, Philosophy, Education, Media Studies, and Computer Science. I am passionate about history and how the study of history can inform our present. I believe the structures of the power of the past are imbued into our moment, and we can only situate ourselves in time by studying history. (read more)