...Teaching students to read and write requires a strong foundation in phonics which I taught in Chicago Public Schools for 3 years, and for the past 6 years in California. I am currently serving as the Literacy Lead for my school. I have taught students at a variety of levels with phonics and adapted instruction to meet individual needs. (read more)
...A basic understanding of phonics gives students the ability to spell and read with greater ease. I have extensive teaching experience in the area of study skills, having taught these classes for years at the college level. The basic skills that I teach, however, can apply to students of any age... (read more)
...Most importantly, I strive to interest my students in the work; being genuinely engaged with the content is the best way for students to improve! My qualifications:
BA in English from Loyola University
Master's Degree from Carnegie Mellon University
Certificate of Teaching Excellence from CMU's... (read more)
...If your child is struggling with reading, writing, or critical thinking, I will diagnose their specific needs, then we will explore engaging ways to build that skill. Perhaps we learn reading comprehension by acting out the story, or maybe we learn letter sounds through dance moves. If they're ... (read more)
...In addition to that, I always used proper vocabulary when writing essays and/or papers. I especially had to use proper vocabulary when creatively writing so that my audience (my fellow classmates) could understand what I was writing. Additionally, I have tutored students, who needed help with Vocabulary, at a private middle school/high school in Pacoima, California. (read more)