...What most kids need to get a good grasp of the basic concepts. Once they get that, they will themselves see that Math is so logical that everything falls in place and they get more and more comfortable with it. During the first meeting, that is also something that I try to assess myself and then put together a plan of action for the next few weeks. (read more)
...I'm currently majoring in Computer Science, with plans to add on an Economics degree. When working with students, I love to ask questions. I find it most beneficial for the student's long-term learning when they figure out the solution themselves. (read more)
...I prefer to take what I consider the "less fun" ELA subjects like grammar, spelling and punctuation and enforce them in real life contexts, meaning I like to have students take what I teach them and apply it to their own writing. Grammar, in particular, doesn't always resonate with students if i... (read more)
...Please feel free to contact me through Wyzant to set up a time to discuss my availability. I have 15 years of experience teaching students in grades K-6. I have been a classroom teacher and small group reading interventionist. (read more)
...This difficulty can impact a student's spelling, comprehension, as well as their fluency. I am trained in several programs which were specifically designed to help dyslexic readers. Two of these programs are the Lindamood Seeing Stars Program and the Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program for Reading, Spelling, and Speech. (read more)