...I graduated from Oregon State University with a double major in English literature and writing, and after working as a technical editor for a short period of time, I went back to school at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. There, I earned two Master's degrees: one in English with a... (read more)
...Everyone learns differently, so I like to find out how the student learns first and then tailor my tutoring approach to fit that student's learning needs. I like to use a lot of visual aids and provide plenty of guided practice. I am patient and knowledgeable about my content area. (read more)
...I have also participated in may Orton Gillingham professional development opportunities, as well as many ofther muli-sensory reading and science of reading (SOR) professional developments. I am also open to math or other subject tutoring and have experience using various multi-sensory techniques... (read more)
...Through the years, I have taught both elementary music and given private piano lessons for 12 years. In my 40 years of teaching, I have taught many students with dyslexia. I personalize each child’s learning plan based on their academic needs, interest, personality, and educational background. (read more)
...For Biology and Chemistry, I help with content knowledge and test-taking skills/strategies. I rely mainly on active recall teaching methods since it maximizes student understanding and retention of knowledge. For Essay Editing, I help with each step of the writing process including brainstorming ideas, creating an outline, and finalizing grammar prior to final submission. (read more)