...My Bachelor's degree from Grinnell College was in English, and I am an avid reader interested in many subjects, most especially the sciences. In addition to my literacy specialty at Bank Street, I have taken separate classes on Orton-Gillingham methods and RAVE-O. I am NYS certified in elementary education and literacy with a Master's degree from Bank Street College of Education. (read more)
As an undergraduate at Boston College, I majored in International Studies with a concentration in Cooperation and Conflict. My academic interests lie strongly in history, writing, and research methods, which I developed throughout pursuing my degree. My junior year I studied abroad in Granada, Spain, and volunteered at a local high school where I assisted students with verbal English skills. (read more)
...Thank you for visiting my page! Everyone can learn to write well, but it’s a skill that takes practice. Before I begin with any tutoring assignment, I like to assess where the student needs to focus--I can do that in a phone call or by looking at an example of current written work. (read more)
...For 20 years I have worked in special education supporting students by teaching math, science, English, or social studies. As the needs of the students within my school changed, the subject taught changed through the years. For the past five years now, I have specialized in addressing reading issues, particularly dyslexia and other language learning challenges. (read more)
...Grammar, spelling, word choice, and punctuation are my specific areas of expertise. Let me pass along some of what I learned as an English/Writing major at The University of Pennsylvania. As an experienced public speaker, I can pass along strategies to combat natural feelings of nervousness and anxiety that can accompany the act of giving a speech. (read more)